Kansas legislators just lost one reason not to legalize medicinal use of marijuana, something former Kansas Attorney General Robert Stephan has endorsed. It made no sense for Kansas to join the 14 states with patient pot laws as long as the Bush administration was prosecuting cases related to prescription marijuana. But on Monday the Obama Justice Department formally directed federal prosecutors to refocus their efforts. “It will not be a priority to use federal resources to prosecute patients with serious illnesses or their caregivers who are complying with state laws on medical marijuana,” said Attorney General Eric Holder, adding, however, that “we will not tolerate drug traffickers who hide behind claims of compliance with state law to mask activities that are clearly illegal.”
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No way Jose. It’s obvious where this will lead.
they should legalize it anyway
Kansas was the last state to abolish Prohibition. I see no reason why pot will be any different.
The war on drugz is a failure.
Legalize.
Certify the growers.
Tax the dog squeeze out of it.
….and if it’s not certified 100% U.S. grown you go to jail.
Kansas was once one of the biggest wine producers in the nation, and also led the country in apple and apple seedling production. Most of the surplus apples were made into alcoholic cider. Then along came prohibition, which Kansas was reluctant to repeal. California got the wine industry; Washington got the apple industry; Kansas got the church industry. It’s a lesson.
Absolutely no laws regarding marijuana are just. It’s no different than tomatoes. Or watermelon.
I see no reason for the Whiner-in-Chief Barack Obama, himself a former cocaine snorter, to enforce the federal law when it isn’t convenient to do so.
Same-same with illegal criminal immigrants.
Nobody has a more sacred obligation to obey the law than those who make the law.
– Sophocles
To make laws that man cannot, and will not obey, serves to bring all laws into contempt.
– Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Either enforce the law because it is the “law”, or change the bad law.
“Kansas was once one of the biggest wine producers in the nation”
Doris I have often read and heard that Kansas was a big wine producer before prohibition but I don’t really know what that means today.
The wife and I are dedicated to finding local wines first and frequent Kansas vineyards/wineries whenever we can. (our favorite is Holy-Field Vineyard on Friday nights in summer for Jazz night) We don’t exclusively buy local wines, but we always try them to see if we can replace that good Washington State Riesling or Aussie Shiraz with something from home.
But again, prohibition was 1919 to 1933. Was Kansas a big wine producer simply because we are further east and in the following decades the wine industry moved west to better grounds/weather? Or is Kansas “more” ideal than say California in wine production – but it didn’t catch back on after prohibition was lifed in 1933?
I like to brag too. But I’m not sure this particular one is valid except historically for a certain point in time – or if we could be “great” again sorta thing.
Doris says “Absolutely no laws regarding marijuana are just. It’s no different than tomatoes. Or watermelon.”
I’m all for legalizing the stuff but that statement is just stupid. Put down the J.
Does Doris mean to legalize all fruits?
Or fruits and vegetables?
Heckler
Posted October 20, 2009 at 6:36 am | Permalink
Legalize.
Certify the growers.
Tax the dog squeeze out of it.
Heckler
Posted October 20, 2009 at 6:38 am | Permalink
….and if it’s not certified 100% U.S. grown you go to jail.
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Heckler got it right. TAX it and make sure it’s American.
Pot freaks will pay whatever tax we put on it.
“make sure it’s American”
No imports? No Mexican, Columbian Gold Bud, No Thai sticks?
I know we have a balance of trade problem, but maybe our American dope can compete successfully with the Lebonese Blond Hashish or Panama Red……
If you stifle imports, American producers won’t find overseas markets open for trade.
Hardly a surprise from a beer drinker, cig smoker and at some point drug doing prez.
Laws from his perspective are made to be ignored and broken.
Where in the constitution gives him the right to decide what laws are to be enforced and which ones are to be ignored.
We elected legislators and congress people to make laws. Presidents and Governors can decide what laws he or she signs but that is it.
His solutions to problems seems to be: go on TV as much as you can, have a few cigs and plenty of beer.
What a joke!
I predict the incidence of ‘pain’ to sky rocket in the state of Kansas in proportion to the increase of prescriptions for medical marijuana.
Maybe MJ can be prescribed to the drivers on Kellogg to slow them down?
CONs are for federalism except when they’re against it.
So much for principles.
The Department of Justice’s discretion with regards to medical marijuana and federal drug laws has been recognized for over a decade.
Politico’s rantings about this administration ignoring the constitution is just more of his say anything ideological Frankfurtian bullsh*t.
The ‘jawless fish’ dumps his load of bovine excrement early this morning.
I stubbed my toe, Doc.
Fire up the hookah!
“Fire up the hookah!”
Water pipe.
A pot thread has highest numbers for the WEBLOG. Lot’s interest by bloggers?
Does this reflect the generations who grew up in say, 1966 to 1976? (sheat kicking smile on face)
Simple. The Dems have a majority. Remove the Federal prohibition for Marijuana. Makes sense. Of course, if you think it’s expensive now, since it is a drug, wait until the Federal Food and Drug Administration get done with it.
I see a job for BlueJay in all of this. Let’s see,
Jay’s Cultivation Garden and Bong Emporium!
He could later branch out and open up a cafe called:
Munchies!
“American_Way” contributes –
“Fire up the hookah!”
Water pipe.
Thanks for clearing that up.
Or have you shifted to a discussion about plumbing?
Wait….did I say that out loud?
“ScienceDaily (June 15, 2009) — Using a highly sensitive new test, scientists in Europe are reporting “convincing evidence” that marijuana smoke damages the genetic material DNA in ways that could increase the risk of cancer.”
So what! People are doing it anyway! Besides this could just be a government trick to fool us into compliance. Like, “If you have sex before you get married, you will go blind.”
“Wait….did I say that out loud?”
Sitting there on that sack of seeds.
“Y’all come back now. Ya hear?”
littlejohn
Posted October 20, 2009 at 8:24 am | Permalink
Simple. The Dems have a majority. Remove the Federal prohibition for Marijuana. Makes sense. Of course, if you think it’s expensive now, since it is a drug, wait until the Federal Food and Drug Administration get done with it.
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Lj, once you get the criminal element out, the price of pot will go down. It’s a weed, fer crissake. Once it’s legal, half the country will be growing it in the backyard.
Pot should be regulated and treated just like beer.
ScienceDaily (June 15, 2009) — Using a highly sensitive new test, scientists in Europe are reporting “convincing evidence” that marijuana smoke damages the genetic material DNA in ways that could increase the risk of cancer.”
So what! People are doing it anyway! Besides this could just be a government trick to fool us into compliance. Like, “If you have sex before you get married, you will go blind.”
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Key word. “SMOKE” THC in marijuana in studies has shown to slow down tumor growth, in some cases actually cause tumor death. Their are far more healthier ways to ingest marijuana other than smoking it. They have a modern device out now, called a vaporizer. This heats the marijuana up and releases all it’s medicinal chemical constituents without releasing any carcinogenic smoke.
Don’t believe me. http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/04/17/health/webmd/main2696726.shtml
put that in your pipe and smoke it. Or maybe vaporize it, instead.
Or maybe vaporize it, instead.
Gives a whole new perspective to Vick’s Vaporub rub and a vaporizer.
Lj, once you get the criminal element out, the price of pot will go down. It’s a weed, fer crissake. Once it’s legal, half the country will be growing it in the backyard.
Pot should be regulated and treated just like beer”
Perhaps. Hoever, given the government’s penchant to involve itself in every little thing, I wouldn;t be so certain. Me, I could care less. Don’t smoke it now, won;t smoke it if it’s legal. Up to each individual.
Ditto MJ growers:
“The state’s high court said yesterday that cigarette maker Philip Morris USA may have to pay for diagnostic chest exams so smokers can get early warning they have developed lung cancer, possibly opening a new front in tobacco liability lawsuits.”
AMway being of smoking age when the warning went on cig packages I think that anyone who started smoking after that made their choice and should be completed responsible for any medical condition that develops after their choice.
This is what happened when the gov tries to insinuate themselves in every situation under the sun.
As for pot – those that want can smoke it – those that don’t won’t. Medical evidence has shown it to be more damaging to the lungs that cigs. If those using it medicinally are terminal this won’t be a problem. If they are healthy then they do it at their own risk.
I do think it is a gateway drug simply because many who use it looking for a cheap high are also some of those that will move up looking for an even higher high. My opinion only so no one needs to argue it.
There’s no such thing as a gateway drug. If there is, it would be breast milk. Since human breast milk has peptides that act on the brains endogenous opiate system, “endorphins”. This is why weaning is such hell for babies.
Alcohol and Tobacco would fit more with the name Gateway drugs. Since they are legal, and widely available, and more easily accessible than pot.
Again, nobody has to smoke pot. There are other ways to ingest it.
All that really matters, is moderation and personal responsibility.
Barnie
Posted October 20, 2009 at 9:05 am | Permalink
Again, nobody has to smoke pot. There are other ways to ingest it.
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Brownies! Yum!
“Medical evidence has shown it to be more damaging to the lungs that cigs.”
I don’t think you’ll find many 20 to 40 joint a day pot smokers. And if you do, I think lung diseases would be the least of their problems.
thomaswitt,
Do you suppose the amount of damage from a filtered cigarette is the same-same as from a hand rolled joint?
I mean I have seen, I mean I can imagine some pretty big joints. I think they called em, let me look it up. Yeah, took a minute. “fat boys”….
(but seriously, all sizes being equal is the damage equal between MJ and tobacco?)
Looks like this is going to be the hot thread for today……
brownies/cotton mouth
Hmmm,
Jayhawk Joints
Wildcat Weed
Shocker Salad
Kansas Grass
Wichita Wheat
Garden City Ganja
Cowley County Cannabis
Sedgwick County Swag
and lastly
Arena ‘White Elephant’ Park and Toke
“should be completed responsible for any medical condition that develops after their choice.
This is what happened when the gov tries to insinuate themselves in every situation under the sun.”
We must reject the idea that every time a law’s broken, society is guilty rather than the lawbreaker. It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.
– Ronald Reagan
Ditch weed.
It’s not for everyone.
“It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.
– Ronald Reagan”
Like Iran/Contra.
Clark!!! Good morning!!
Just like the commercial says,
“THIS THREAD’S FOR YOU!!”
thomaswitt
Posted October 20, 2009 at 9:13 am | Permalink
“Medical evidence has shown it to be more damaging to the lungs that cigs.”
I don’t think you’ll find many 20 to 40 joint a day pot smokers. And if you do, I think lung diseases would be the least of their problems.
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Twitt I guess I should have said what would be the benefit to society in introducing a new legal drug when the known effects of that drug show them to be harmful to the human body? Medicinal ok but legal for street use. Questionalble. Our kids have enough out there now. I’m not naive enough to believe they can’t get it if they want it but I also know that in marketing a product if you put in on an end cap or in the center aisle you will sell a lot more than if it is on a bottom shelf and customer has to search for it.
Okobserver,
I didn’t include your name & posting time in my response because my comment wasn’t really about you, so no need to get defensive. I was having a little morning entertainment with irony. Take a break, okay?
okobserver posted October 20, 2009 at 9:52 am
but I also know that in marketing a product if you put in on an end cap or in the center aisle you will sell a lot more than if it is on a bottom shelf and customer has to search for it.
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Beer is often stacked in “convenient” location(s) in a store, in addition to the large, dedicated beer/wine section.
okobserver
Posted October 20, 2009 at 9:52 am | Permalink
Twitt I guess I should have said what would be the benefit to society in introducing a new legal drug when the known effects of that drug show them to be harmful to the human body?
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Good morning Okobserver.
How about if we take that attitude with ALL drugs?
Alcohol is a drug. I don’t drink and my personal opinion is that drinking is a nasty habit.
How about coffee?
How about coffee?
Coffee is a legalized stimulant.
Hands off the joe, Joe! :D
Regular
Posted October 20, 2009 at 10:36 am | Permalink
How about coffee?
Coffee is a legalized stimulant.
Hands off the joe, Joe! :D
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Caffeen (which I haven’t had enough of this morning and apparently can’t spell) is a narcotic, legalized or not. Can you imagine the death toll if we banned coffee?
So obama made a decision on pot. Good on him. When will he decide on Afghanistan, Iraq and Iran?
….Dammit, I forgot what I was going to say…..
I suppose it will be A-OK for the following to smoke some dope just before they go to work:
Doctors
Nurses
Cops
Firefighters
Pilots
Bus drivers
Air traffic controllers
Military
Congress – Might actually help them.
I suppose it will be A-OK for the following to smoke some dope just before they go to work:
Is it OK for them to get drunk before they go in?
Two wrongs = One right
JimJohnson
Posted October 20, 2009 at 11:00 am | Permalink
I suppose it will be A-OK for the following to smoke some dope just before they go to work:
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I’m not aware of any job that allows you to show up intoxicated on anything.
But do carry on, Jim.
What is the difference between pot and booze?
You made a false point Jim. Just calling you out on it.
Please list what makes pot worse than booze or cigarettes.
How will drug testing for Pot work? It’s in your system for days and weeks.
Alcohol disappears after a few hours.
Ever talk to a long-term pot smoker? It’s clear there is cognitive loss.
But then again, 1/2 the country is below average already. Might as well dumb-down the rest.
Y’all support cell phone bans in cars, yet support legalizing pot?
Should eliminate seat-belt and motorcycle helmet laws too.
And while we’re at it, eliminate all gun laws.
Ok, I’m on board!
We also need to legalize prostitution.
But let’s make it clear, this is not another entitlement program.
BJ & Chas should still have to pay to have sex.
SolDevVB
Posted October 20, 2009 at 11:19 am | Permalink
What is the difference between pot and booze?
You made a false point Jim. Just calling you out on it.
Please list what makes pot worse than booze or cigarettes.
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Let the record show that Sol called JJ out on a mistake/falshood.
Respects to Sol for honesty.
“BJ & Chas should still have to pay to have sex.”
I suspect they already are.
JJ, so what in getting from you is the government is evil, yet somehow we need the government to be involved in what people do in the privacy of their own homes?
We also need to legalize prostitution.
I support that as well.
How about it libs? It is her body and her choice right? PMom?
Sol, for the most part its not Libs who oppose decriminalizing victimless crime laws,
Let the record show that XXX & Sol see no difference between booze and pot.
TomPaine
Posted October 20, 2009 at 11:50 am | Permalink
Sol, for the most part its not Libs who oppose decriminalizing victimless crime laws,
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No, I’m on board.
Let’s eliminate 90% of the laws on the books today, including all gun laws.
Let the record show that XXX & Sol see no difference between booze and pot.
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I see a difference.
One is solid, the other is liquid.
Now all those wealth redistributing IRS laws and welfare laws, we’ll have to keep those laws.
Those laws create the victims.
Jello shots.
Let the record show that XXX & Sol see no difference between booze and pot.
They both are intoxicating substances regulated by law.
What makes pot worse than booze or cigarettes Jim?
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JimJohnson
Posted October 20, 2009 at 11:50 am | Permalink
Let the record show that XXX & Sol see no difference between booze and pot.
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There is most certainly a difference between booze and pot; booze is much more dangerous than pot.
JJ, are you trying to make the point that when it’s convenient liberals support what they call “freedom”, but when it steps on their socialist views (e.g. cell phone use in moving cars), they want more government control in their lives?
I think your message is getting lost. Or maybe we just disagree? Or I’m missing it.
In most political leaning tests/quizes I take, I end up smack dab in the middle of the libertarian circle or extreme conservative. My problem with the results are related to my belief in some government control in life. I guess that makes me a hypocrite – if you believe it’s all or nothing.
Actually pot can be brewed into a beer too,
JimJohnson
Posted October 20, 2009 at 11:50 am | Permalink
Let the record show that XXX & Sol see no difference between booze and pot.
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Congrats, JJ.
You finally got something right.
Actually pot can be brewed into a beer too
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Fine.
Both can take on different forms of matter.
“One is solid, the other is liquid.”
Brownian motion applies to both.
That’s why both make you dizzy.
Caffeen (which I haven’t had enough of this morning and apparently can’t spell) is a narcotic, legalized or not.
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Actually, no…
Narcotics make you drowsy or put you in a state of stupor.
Caffeine stimulates you, so it is a stimulant.
Let the record also show that XXX supports outright legalization of pot.
Wow Anti!
Our 11:59 posts. That’s psychic.
Far out man.
American_Way
Posted October 20, 2009 at 11:56 am | Permalink
JJ, are you trying to make the point that when it’s convenient liberals support what they call “freedom”, but when it steps on their socialist views (e.g. cell phone use in moving cars), they want more government control in their lives?
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You nailed it.
Yes, that was the intended point.
It’s real difficult sometimes to communicate write to those who are dumbed-down to the lowest level.
The difference in driving with cell phones, or drunk or high is that your putting other lives at Risk, even the most ardent Libertarians I know don’t believe one has a right to hurt someone
American_Way
Posted October 20, 2009 at 11:59 am | Permalink
“One is solid, the other is liquid.”
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So we can refer to them as number 2 and number 1?
No wait, those have been taken…
American_Way
Posted October 20, 2009 at 11:56 am | Permalink
JJ, are you trying to make the point that when it’s convenient liberals support what they call “freedom”, but when it steps on their socialist views (e.g. cell phone use in moving cars), they want more government control in their lives?
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I don’t need no stinkin’ cell phone, I have a chip implanted in my head from that last abduction.
The only thing I’ve seen a pot head kill is a bag of oreos…or a pizza.
“I have a chip implanted in my head from that last abduction.”
They’ve improved the delivery methodology.
It’s in the H1N1 shot.
Pedro: Man, what is in this sh it, man?
Man Stoner: Mostly Maui Waui man, but it’s got some Labrador in it.
Pedro: What’s Labrador?
Man Stoner: It’s dog sh it.
Pedro: What?
Man Stoner: Yeah, my dog ate my stash, man.
Pedro: Yeah?
Man Stoner: I had it on the table and the little mother fuqer ate it, man. Then I had to follow him around with a little baggie for three days, man, before I got it back. Really blew the dog’s mind, ya know?
Pedro: You mean we’re smokin’ dog sh it, man?
Man Stoner: Gets ya high, don’t it?
[Song, "Rockin' Robin" plays... ]
Man Stoner: I think it’s even better than before, you know?
Pedro: Uhhh, I wonder what Great Dane tastes like, man.
Gubermint tells me I have to have a 1.5 gallon toilet, flow restriction on my shower head, and how much floride to have in my water. This is after I get out of my bed with a federally required tag telling me it’s flamable.
My gubermint controlled day sorta goes down from there.
Regular
Posted October 20, 2009 at 12:03 pm | Permalink
I don’t need no stinkin’ cell phone, I have a chip implanted in my head from that last abduction.
The only thing surprising about that post is that he’s finally being honest.
I’m curious. Do you libs favor making pot legal because it’s the right thing to do – or so you can tax the sheat out of it?
Is pot smoking a political right, or an opportunity to fund more social programs?
American_Way,
How much trans fat did/do you ingest?
Regular
Posted October 20, 2009 at 12:00 pm | Permalink
Caffeen (which I haven’t had enough of this morning and apparently can’t spell) is a narcotic, legalized or not.
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Actually, no…
Narcotics make you drowsy or put you in a state of stupor.
Caffeine stimulates you, so it is a stimulant.
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Q: Are caffeine cocaine and amphetamines narcotics?
A: Cocaine and Amphetamines are both considered narcotics. All three of these drugs are stimulants, yet narcotic is commonly used to refer to “any of the substances, natural or synthetic, in Schedules I and II of the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961, and that Convention as amended by the 1972 Protocol Amending the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, 1961″
Since caffeine is completely legal and uncontrolled, it is not considered a narcotic.
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Are_caffeine_cocaine_and_amphetamines_narcotics
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I stand corrected.
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JimJohnson
Posted October 20, 2009 at 11:33 am | Permalink
Y’all support cell phone bans in cars, yet support legalizing pot?
Should eliminate seat-belt and motorcycle helmet laws too.
And while we’re at it, eliminate all gun laws.
Ok, I’m on board!
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The point isnt legalizing Pot… It is to take away the federal prosecutors sense of judgment, by pursuing those who use medicinal marijuana in STATES that already have Medicinal Marijuana laws…
It is so mind boggling to see CONS equating using pot and using a cell phone while driving… Geez, there are speed limit laws… and inattentive driving laws… and seat belt laws, and CAR INSURANCE laws…
Why dont some of you CONS having a fit over medicinal marijuana laws have a fit over other laws as well??
“Gubermint tells me I have to have a 1.5 gallon toilet, flow restriction on my shower head,” [AmWay]
Where in tarnation did you find laws like these??
What amazes me is that when people make fun of the medical marijuana laws, they are making fun of people on chemo therapy, people with MS, people with Glaucoma, and lots of other HEALTH issues…
SOME States have seen the legitimacy of such usage… However, the Feds still can arrest people using medical marijuana, regardless of what State laws have been passed… This latest initiative would stop the FEDS from prosecuting those using Medical Marijuana in those states where such use is approved by the States…
Those making fun of this are, surprisingly, some of the SAME scum bags who are ALL in favor of fighting for the 10th Amendment… isnt that right, Johnson???
You got the right idea, XXX… Caffeine might not be a narcotic… but it is still a drug. :-)
Chas
Posted October 20, 2009 at 12:41 pm | Permalink
“Gubermint tells me I have to have a 1.5 gallon toilet, flow restriction on my shower head,” [AmWay]
Where in tarnation did you find laws like these??
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A lot of new homes are required to meet the plumbing code in regards what can be installed. It varies from area to area though.
I remember my cousin complaining about the low flush toliets in his new house.
It’s long past time to legalize marijuana for whomever wants to use it and without high taxation. Should be the same as alcohol.
As for legalization of prostitution, as someone upthread said: her body, her choice.
And, it’s nice to see a thread without too many personal attacks.
Actually the 1.5 gal toilet has been code for years. Only those of us working men who do manly home improvement projects are aware of it.
It’s old news. And the shower heads. Most don’t even notice the government controls. That’s by design……
WichiWomn
Posted October 20, 2009 at 1:10 pm | Permalink
It’s long past time to legalize marijuana for whomever wants to use it and without high taxation. Should be the same as alcohol.
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I agree with you.
But alcohol taxes are high already. Legalization of pot should follow the same lines of the tobacco and alcohol taxes.
Legalizing dope is like Cap & Tax I guess. Just another way to raise revenue for the gubermint.
Because THC is available in pill form. Why can’t these dying patients take the pill?
“pot should follow the same lines of the tobacco and alcohol taxes”
So the government has us so conditioned that we just find it NATURAL that we tax?
Anything new – just tax it.
Nevermind whether or not government needs the revenue or what purpose it will be used for.
Just tax the sheat out of everything.
Now that’s brainwashed for you.
I’d rather be taxed on my consumption than my income and what I own.
Well, let’s see. We’ll use half our farmland for growing wheat, half for biofuel corn, half for cattle, and half for enough pot so we can do the math and have it come out right.
Kia,
No doubt you have a sales tax exemption.
“A lot of new homes are required to meet the plumbing code in regards what can be installed. It varies from area to area though.
I remember my cousin complaining about the low flush toliets in his new house.” [Reg.]
BUT… is it FEDERAL or STATE???
AND, can any of you find the legislation that made those mandates on toilets and shower heads??
Chas,
Go burn one down behind the Church.
It might calm you down a bit.
“BUT… is it FEDERAL or STATE???”
Chas, are you helpless as well as hopeless?
Never changed a toilet float assembly yourself?
Never adjusted a float ball?
Never replaced a wax seal?
How about replacing the floor and luan subfloor below a leaky toilet?
Google is your friend, but here is a big hint: Toilet manufacturers don’t build comodes to meet state regulations.
I’m real bad at it, but I’ve saved a bundle doing these things myself over the years. Having good friends who are tool guys is a real bonus and special blessing in life. I’ve been very fortunate.
So tell me. If they legalize it and tax the “sheat” out of it, WHERE will the dopeheads get the money to pay this “sheat” load of taxes?
Can YOU SPELL C-R-I-M-E
Now IF you double the current sentences on ALL crime AND outsource our prisons to China, THEN I might go along with legalization, because what do I care if a doper breaks into the house. While I’m at work, I got insurance. While I’m at home, it’s a 12 gauge. I’m covered on both AND the insurance will pay for someone to come in and clean up all the blood and brain matter. SWEEET
“WHERE will the dopeheads get the money to pay this “sheat” load of taxes?”
Same place you probably get the money to buy beer or I get the money to buy coffee – a paycheck.
mwra.state.ma.us
“In January 1994, federal standards for
plumbing products went into effect. They prohibit
the manufacture of wasteful plumbing fixtures
and ensure that only 1.6 gallon-per-flush
toilets are sold.”
Federal law, chas. now, go have one of your hissy fit meltdowns.
http://www.cepis.ops-oms.org/muwww/fulltext/repind48/energy/energy.html
With passage of the federal Energy Policy Act in 1992, the United States will have uniform water efficiency standards for nearly all toilets, urinals, showerheads, and faucets manufactured after January 1994.
call them LIARS, chas…it is FEDERAL law.
go ahead, chas…do your typical LIAR response and ignore it.
you asked for the legislation, there it is. 1992 National Energy Policy Act.
and, let’s not forget the shower heads:
http://www.hipspro.com/pubs/eewater.pdf
Older showerheads deliver 4 to 5 gallons
(15.1 to 18.9 liters) of water per minute.
However, the Energy Policy Act of 1992
sets maximum water flow rates at
2.5 gallons (9.5 liters) per minute at a
standard residential water pressure of
80 pounds per square inch (552 kilopascals).
comments, ‘chas’? Care to scream LIAR and have another screaming fit?
It won’t be long until pot is legalized. Just like the gay marriage question, old people are the ones who are against it.
Once they pass on, the younger generations will vote more liberal.
There’s a lot of plumbing changes in the past few decades.
The old practice of embedding plumbing in slabs is gone. (for houses without basements)
Water heaters must be enclosed and if they are gas must be installed away from other flame or spark (electrical) producers.
Type of pipes used.
etc. etc.
The old houses of the 1980s and before with no modifications are way out of code and costly to upgrade.
By the way, had an estimate done on my sister’s small house to get it up to code – about 8500 dollars.
That would include re-doing all the plumbing, moving the hot water heater and re-routing from the street main.
That’s on a very small house too.
Why would you take on all the work Regular just to bring perfectly functional plumbing up to code?
Code requirements for new construction are often not the same as grandfathered older work.
Fix what’s broke?
Oh, and the three plumbing contractors that looked at it, said the plumbing had to be replaced because it was laid in the slab. (i.e. moving the hot water heater, new plumbing for it and etc.)
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JimJohnson
Posted October 20, 2009 at 11:31 am | Permalink
How will drug testing for Pot work? It’s in your system for days and weeks.
Alcohol disappears after a few hours.
Ever talk to a long-term pot smoker? It’s clear there is cognitive loss.
But then again, 1/2 the country is below average already. Might as well dumb-down the rest.
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This is false. All studies have shown that Marijuana has no negative long term cognitive effects on any area of the brain. Whichever way you slice it. Marijuana is simply the safest drug in existence. Human civilization has only been using it for as long as we’ve been cooking with fire. Probably even before the advent of controlled fire.
The whole point, isn’t about morality. Well actually it is. What’s so moral about arresting people for using an herb for medicine or recreational purposes.
I know, as much as the right, hates pot, and all the stereotypes they associate with people who use marijuana. There’s no benefit at all, from it’s prohibition.
What’s the difference between an alcoholic and a pot head? None.
What’s the difference from a person who has a few drinks once a week, and a person who smokes some marijuana once a week? None, both would be responsible people using a substance recreationally.
What’s the difference between someone who’s had too much to drink, and a person who’s had too much weed to smoke? A lot. For one, you’ll never see a person who’s had too much to smoke, flip their lid at a bar, and start a fight or shoot someone. How often do you hear of people dieing in a marijuana related car wreck. Never. I wish people would stop acting like marijuana’s high, is someone more dangerous or more damaging to the brain, than drinking alcohol. Which is pretty much poison.
Who wakes up from a heavy night of smoking with a debilitating hangover? Nobody, because marijuana doesn’t wreak havoc on your body. Who dies from Marijuana poising, nobody. It’s impossible to over dose on weed.
Pot is just another line item in the budget. And it’s at the low end of the priority list. Now that he has ruined the budget, the left wing pinko commi facist tyrants have no choice.
Barnie,
Didn’t you know? It’s all documented. Marijuana will cause your girlfriend to rape your dog and you to rob your mother and kill your baby brother and shoot up heroin and Drano while dancing to rock ‘n’roll in a den of iniquity! I saw it all in a movie they showed us in 6th grade.