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Why Non-marijuana Consumers Should Support Ending Cannabis Prohibition

Just Because You Don’t Smoke Cannabis Doesn’t Mean You Shouldn’t Support Legalization   Every once in awhile I will be talking to a non-marijuana consumer, and they will tell me that the only reason they don’t support marijuana legalization is because they don’t smoke it. A common phrase I hear them say is, ‘Why would I care about something that doesn’t affect me?’ The fact of the matter is, marijuana prohibition affects us all to some extent, whether we consume cannabis or not.   More than
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What To Know When Relying On A Affirmative Defense, Do You Qualify?

Think you're in the clear to rely on just a certification or recommendation and employ the affirmative defense after the recent Sup Ct opinions in King and Kolanek? Thing again!   If that is your plan, to rely on your certification or recommendation, then you may be in for some trouble and a rude awakening. So let's clear this up so you make an informed decision.   First off, if you don't have a card and are relying on your certification only then plan on being arrested. Plan on spending up
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What Can I Do Right Now To Help The Mmma?

What Can I Do Right Now To Help The Mmma?   Many people have asked what the MMMA is doing to help the medical marijuana community and what they can do to help the MMMA. We’ve compiled a list of several things that we are currently working on that we can use some help with, and other ideas for you to do on your own. We also have someone to help you with everyone of these ideas.   1) Write a letter to your legislators. This is something the MMMA has been encouraging for several months now, and
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Walking On The Wild Side

9 days and counting until HFM's annual Walkin' on the Wild Side for Hemophilia event. Net proceeds of this event will support HFM's programs and services for men, women and children with bleeding disorders.   Walkin' on the Wild Side for Hemophilia takes place on Sunday, August 25, 2013 at the Detroit Zoo. Registration begins at 7:45a, the Walk starts at 8:45a. There will be raffles, lots of kids crafts, face painting, family photo booth, a strolling magician and local accapella group, THUMMp,
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Us Remains Opposed To Drug Legalisation, Says Joe Biden

US remains opposed to drug legalisation, says Joe Biden Mr Biden met President Calderon and the three candidates bidding to succeed him Continue reading the main story The US remains firmly opposed to the legalisation of illicit drugs, Vice-President Joe Biden has said during a trip to Mexico. Mr Biden, who is also visiting Honduras, said such a debate was "legitimate" amid rising drug violence but US policy would not change. Some regional leaders have called for a discussion on
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The World Marches For Marijuana (and More) Global Marijuana Movement

The World Marches For Marijuana (and More) Global Marijuana Movement CANNABIS CULTURE - Watch Cannabis Culture News LIVE for the latest news and views on pot politics and the marijuana community. In this episode: We talk Global Marijuana March 2012 and a pivotal medical marijuana court case with Cannabis Champ Matt Mernagh. Find out more about the 2012 Global Marijuana March in 167 cities around the world. Find out more about the case that could bring down Canada's marijuana laws. Click
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The Role Of Cannabinoids In Prostate Cancer: Basic Science Perspective And Potential Clinical Applications

The role of cannabinoids in prostate cancer: Basic science perspective and potential clinical applications   Prostate cancer is a global public health problem, and it is the most common cancer in American men and the second cause for cancer-related death. Experimental evidence shows that prostate tissue possesses cannabinoid receptors and their stimulation results in anti-androgenic effects. To review currently relevant findings related to effects of cannabinoid receptors in prostate cancer. P
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The Policy For The Mmma Forums, From Michael Komorn

Simple as 1,2,3 - Will be the new policy for the MMMA forums   So much ado has been made at our attempt to provide a reasonable policy for posting on the forums. Much debate has been had amongst the moderator staff and on the forums amongst our members. As is often the case and even more so on the Internet, communication and semantics are critical when trying to develop a consistent but clear policy regarding the Act that can be enforced easily and without issue. The unambiguous policy to date

The Past Present And Future Of The Mmma (the Act).

Planet Green Trees Episode 100th Episode, The Past Present and Future of the MMMA (the Act).   This show is dedicated to a recap of the past three years of the mm program in Michigan. We intend to have the most influential players chime in on their views and analysis from the past three years, the current state of affairs, and what the future holds for our community. This will be a special show, and we plan to cover everything that is medical cannabis.   All the Big Hitters chime in and pro

The Future Looks Bleak?

So every day I read more and more about dispensaries, and government this and that.. LEOs hate this law due to lack of funding stemming from Marijuana arrests..   I was theorizing this morning with a buddy of mine..   I can see it now, the Government run dispensaries will cancel out our rights to grow our own, which in turn will put a halt to the "legal home grow" That will satisfy LEO cause they will now be able to raid each suspected home that has a grow and seize all the equipment and sti
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Spain Votes On Pot-growing To Pay Off Debt?

Spain votes on pot-growing to pay off debt?     RASQUERA, Spain (AP) — What about growing marijuana to pay off municipal debt? One Spanish village is putting the idea to a vote.   The referendum Tuesday in Rasquera, population 960, in the northeastern Catalonia region is a quirky, legally touchy illustration of Spain's deep financial woes.   The seven-member town council first approved the idea in March, but it ignited such controversy that the mayor agreed to put it to a referendum in th
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Senator Adds Hemp Legalization To Farm Bill

Vote Hemp Encourages Support for Proposed Amendment by Senator Wyden on Industrial Hemp in the Farm Bill   Amendment Would Exclude Industrial Hemp From the Definition of Marijuana     Vote Hemp released an action alert on Thursday encouraging support for Senator Ron Wyden's submitted last-minute amendment to the Farm Bill, S. 3240, the Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2012, which would exclude industrial hemp from the definition of "marihuana."     According to Vote Hemp
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Security Breach Pilot Revealed: Drug Plane Intercept In Obama Airspace By Fighter Jets Over Socal

EXCLUSIVE: SECURITY BREACH PILOT REVEALED: DRUG PLANE INTERCEPT IN OBAMA AIRSPACE BY FIGHTER JETS OVER SOCAL   The Enterprise Report has exclusively obtained the identity of the pilot who caused a near-security meltdown over the Los Angeles area last week when a single engine Cessna 182 he was flying, allegedly laden with drugs, flew into a "no-fly zone" surrounding U.S. President Barack Obama, as the President flew on his 'Marine One' helicopter from John Wayne Airport in Orange County, CA
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Rhode Island Senate Joins House In Passing Marijuana Decriminalization Bill, 28-6

The Marijuana Policy Project as well as Law Enforcement Against Prohibition's Tom Angell report that the Rhode Island Senate just passed its version of the marijuana deciminalization bill, 28-6. From the MPP:   Earlier this evening, June 5, 2012, the Rhode Island General Assembly overwhelming approved twin bills that would – for most offenses – remove the threat of jail time for the simple possession of marijuana. The companion bills – S2253/H7092 – would replace the current criminal charge fo
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Prisoners In Mich. Serve Longer Sentences

June 6, 2012 Report: Prisoners in Mich. serve longer sentences than those in other state   Michigan prisoners released in 2009 served longer sentences than those in other states, costing taxpayers millions of dollars on average, according to a Pew Center report released Wednesday. On average, Michigan offenders were incarcerated 23 months longer than their counterparts in 1990. Pew estimates the 79 percent increase cost the state $471.9 million, or $53,247 per prisoner annually. Michigan co
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Poll Shows Strong Support For Legal Marijuana

Poll Shows Strong Support For Legal Marijuana   By Daniel B. Wood, Staff Writer Source: Christian Science Monitor   A new national poll shows a clear majority of Americans in favor of legalizing and regulating marijuana – "the strongest support ever recorded," according to one pro-marijuana activist.   The Rasmussen poll found that 56 percent of respondents favored legalizing and regulating marijuana similar to the way alcohol and tobacco cigarettes are currently regulated. Thirty-six p
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Phil Cavanagh " Off The Record " Interview, Future Of Marijuana

Representative Phil Cavanagh D - Redford, answers many questions about the future of marijuana legislation in Michigan. Cavanagh     A 15 minute post-show OVERTIME segment, continuing with Cavanagh:     When asked about a future dispensary bill, Cavanagh responds, "I think it's Callton's bill."   Which one, I wonder?       Source: Rep Phil Cavanagh Performs On "off The Record"
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Owner Gives Up California Marijuana School After Raid

Owner gives up California marijuana school after raid Oaksterdam University has been called the "Princeton of Pot" and the "Harvard of Hemp" Continue reading the main story The founder of a US centre that offers courses on growing and dispensing marijuana says he will step aside from school days after a police raid. Richard Lee, 49, who runs Oaksterdam University, said he was concerned about facing serious federal drug charges. He has campaigned for the legalisation of marijuan
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Oregon's Largest Union Endorses Oregon Cannabis Tax Act

There's good news and bad news from the Oregon Cannabis Tax Act, OCTA 2012. The good: OCTA has received the endorsement and support of Oregon's largest private sector union, the United Food & Commercial Workers Union Local 555, and their 18,000-plus members. On Thursday, June 14, UFCW Local 555's board of directors voted unanimously to endorse the Oregon Cannabis Tax Act initiative.   "We are working with their leadership to mobilize their membership to sign and circulate the petitions," s

Nypd Critics Offer Free App To Track 'stop And Frisk'

NYPD critics offer free app to track 'stop and frisk' Published June 06, 2012   Critics of the New York Police Department's controversial stop-and-frisk policy say their new smartphone application will allow residents to monitor and document cops employing the tactic, but police officials say the device itself could be a threat to people's privacy.   “Stop and Frisk Watch” was released for Android phones on Wednesday, and the New York Civil Liberties Union says the free application “will em
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Newborns Test Positive For Marijuana

A surprising reason why some newborns test positive for marijuana   Some newborns are testing positive for marijuana exposure and the reason why could surprise you. Soap and hand wash products, including products commonly used in hospital nurseries, can interfere with urine drug tests of newborns and lead to false positives, according to a new study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.   The June issue of Clinical Biochemistry published the study, which was led by Catherine
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Netherlands Judge Backs Cafe Cannabis Ban

A judge in the Netherlands has upheld a new law to ban foreign tourists from entering cannabis cafes. While soft drugs are tolerated, there is growing concern at tourists visiting just for drugs, and foreign dealers selling illegally at home. The ban is due to start in three southern provinces next month, and go nationwide by the end of the year. A group of cafe owners argued at The Hague district court that the ban was discriminatory against foreigners. Under the new law, Dutch residents wi
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Mmma Monthly Coffee Hour Meetings W/ The Staff

Have you heard about the Coffee Hours that the MMMA Staff will be holding each and every month to help the community with questions and answers that they have and also meet and greet the Leaders of the orginization well heres you shot! Here is a list, That explains about the hours and days, as well as the locations where these events will be taking place. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Michigan Rising’s Effort To Recall Michigan Governor Rick Snyder Ends

Michigan Rising’s Effort To Recall Michigan Governor Rick Snyder Ends   http://eclectablog.c...nyder-ends.html   After the devastating result on Tuesday to recall Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker, Michigan Rising, the group who organized two efforts to recall Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, has decided to end its signature gathering. It’s a smart decision given the apparent lack of enthusiasm, interest and level of involvement by Michiganders from the highest levels of the Michigan Democratic
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Member Of Our Community John Wells, Loses Everything To A Tragic Fire

John Wells suffered a house fire last Tuesday. He and his wife and their young daughter have lost everything.   The fire was started within their refrigerator. They have little support and are truly in need of help, living out of their fifth wheel behind the burned out hulk of their home until their homeowners insurance rebuilds it.   Insurance will not cover any additional expenses at this time and gas and other expenses are mounting. I am posting to ask the community to lend their support.
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