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- joestump, on 07/30/2008, -19/+433Legalize it. Tax it. Regulate it. Do the same with prostitution too.
- mt330404, on 07/30/2008, -10/+293i'll smoke to that
- ceriess, on 07/30/2008, -10/+245About damn time. These ludicrous laws are a financial albatross when it could well be the wings that lift our economy out of this hell hole. That and making sure we never allow a Bush back in the White House.
- BoomShake007, on 07/30/2008, -6/+171I'm not sure where one's going to be able to obtain the weed that they could then smoke legally considering the growth, sale, import and export are still illegal.
But, one quite stuck out as particularly important, not just for this, but for everything:
"The vast amount of human activity ought to be none of the government's business," Frank said during a Capitol Hill news conference. "I don't think it is the government's business to tell you how to spend your leisure time." - djlaunchpad, on 07/30/2008, -4/+139Just incase you trolls missed it.
"Allen St. Pierre, spokesman for the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), likened Frank's proposal -- co-sponsored by Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas -- to current laws dealing with alcohol consumption."
A change that makes sense, co-sponsored by a very intelligent man? Oh Mai!!! - jnichols, on 07/30/2008, -8/+126The government wastes so much money trying to stop people smoking pot. When they could make tons of money by taxing and regulating it. Like hey wanna kick down the 490 billon dollar deficit. How about taxing a 32 billion dollar a year industry? How about tax payers not paying to keep non-violent criminals in jail? Americas #1 cash crop needs to be taxed.
- chrissku, on 07/30/2008, -3/+117Compared with cigarettes and alcohol, the health risks and societal costs associated with even chronic marijuana use are mild. Yet we don't ban those items, while we deny marijuana to seriously ill people who could get a lot of relief from it. This is misguided and cruel.
- alapoet, on 07/30/2008, -2/+91There's a poll associated with this article right now on CNN.com's main page, on legalizing marijuana. Scroll down just a little; it's on the right.
(Marijuana's winning 64% to 36% as I type this.)
http://www.cnn.com/ - bmorris, on 07/30/2008, -2/+83These types of decriminalization bills focus on removing penalties for everyday pot smokers. They intentionally skip the other issues you raise because it makes the bill more politically viable. And I think most people agree that putting a stop to arresting people simply for having a bag of pot is a good first step towards sensible drug policy.
- nontoxyc, on 07/30/2008, -8/+82This is a great idea and that's why it will never pass Congress.
- bmorris, on 07/30/2008, -2/+74Every moment in history is historical.
- icexe, on 07/30/2008, -7/+72I think Hell just froze over.
- ProjectGSX, on 07/30/2008, -1/+65co-sponsored by Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas
- matthewinDRO, on 07/30/2008, -3/+66Isn't it interesting how a true liberal and a true conservative come together and sponsor a bill that makes sense. The "moderate" - which means totally compromised - Republicrats will undoubtedly come together to defeat this and continue the war against their own citizens
- Vbp6us, on 07/30/2008, -11/+70+1
This is a very historical moment in history. I think for the first time ever, the legalization of marijuana is being considered at a federal level. - matthewinDRO, on 07/30/2008, -11/+65I like my prostitutes unregulated.
- Ceeman, on 07/30/2008, -2/+51I can not stand the smell of pot or enjoy being around a lot of high people. Still for the life of me I do not understand why it is against the law. Drunks get on my nerves much more.
When people say "..but if someone on pot gets behind the wheel of a car..." I just go crazy. It is already against the law to drive while impaired. That means cold meds, alcohol or being sleep. Making pot legal won't change a thing. - AnotherDiggGuy, on 07/30/2008, -2/+46Glad to hear someone in office say it.
1. Smoke a Cigarette
2. Drink A Beer
3. Smoke A Joint
Can anyone guess which is illegal and at the same time kills fewer people than the other 2? - sodade, on 07/30/2008, -1/+44Still waiting to hear one valid reason in support of cannabis prohibition - if you have to rely on a stereotype, you fail.
All the DEA (who are hardly impartial) can offer is this mess of FUD: "Legalization of marijuana, no matter how it begins, will come at the expense of our children and public safety. It will create dependency and treatment issues, and open the door to use of other drugs, impaired health, delinquent behavior, and drugged drivers."
Why do we allow our government to lie to us so blatantly? - krnldmp, on 07/30/2008, -1/+42You can tax and regulate all you want so long as I'm allowed to grow my own without anyone bothering me.
- ahmedb07, on 07/30/2008, -7/+48i spreeder'd this
- tech42er, on 07/30/2008, -2/+43At least legalize it. Victimless crimes should not be illegal.
- yillip, on 07/30/2008, -3/+41It's still going to be a huge uphill battle......
tobacco lobbyists, healthcare lobbyists, insurance lobbyists, alcohol lobbyists, Republicans, .etc......
what ever happened to representing what the masses want? - jnichols, on 07/30/2008, -0/+37Entirely agree... it like hey you, i know your sick..... here is some synthetic heroin (Oxycontin), and morpine... oh and sorry.... but if pot helps you eat and feel better than taking the highly addictive substances.... too bad you'll be arrested.
- ladysherwood, on 07/30/2008, -18/+54Finally. I knew eventually some good would come of the youth from the 70's becoming legislators. LOL You know they're tokin' it up too...
- suttercain, on 07/30/2008, -7/+43Joe Stump for President!
- F0RMLESSNESS, on 07/30/2008, -1/+36all joking aside, if you were to legalize it all it would put an abrupt end to the gang activity in my neighborhood. The only way these gangs thrive is by having a niche market, drugs and prostitution. If you were to legalize it all, they wouldn't have anyway to make money. Just like the bootleggers in the 30's, except this time there is no trucking industry they could move to in order to survive. Gangs would dry up fast without drugs and prostitution. People who abuse drugs, do so anyway, despite the fact of illegality or not. Criminalizing drugs hasn't made for less drug abusers or less crime, in fact it's created more of each.
- ozymandias2012, on 07/30/2008, -1/+34"The vast amount of human activity ought to be none of the government's business"....Thank you Mr. Frank, these kind of statements need to be repeated over and over again...."The vast amount of human activity ought to be none of the government's business"....I love it.
- NikoKun, on 07/30/2008, -2/+34I'll toke to that with you! lol
It's about time for this to happen at the federal level! There is simply no reason why it shouldn't.
Prohibition is a horribly harmful and counterproductive policy... Decriminalize or Legalize!
Anyone who supports continuing Prohibition, is either fooled, fooling themselves, or shouldn't be living in a free country... - captZEEbo, on 07/30/2008, -3/+34like punching someone in the dark
- inactive, on 07/30/2008, -1/+31 I don't smoke it, but hopefully this passes, the stupidity has gone on for to long. And those who are against it being legalized, hope that beer taste good, because alot of people fought for you to have the right to drink it.
- funkyloki, on 07/30/2008, -2/+31Of course they should be allowed to grow it if it is legal. And, just like any garden item, then do what they want with it, whether it be smoking it, eating it or giving it to their friends. However, if a company can profit off of the marketing and selling of marijuana, just like Phillip Morris does with tobacco and Budweiser does with alcohol (just a couple of examples), than it does need to be taxed and regulated. Also, just like alcohol and tobacco, it should not be legal for people under 18-21 to use it, regardless of whether they grew it. That is the only type of regulation I would support.
- marx2k, on 07/30/2008, -0/+29cawpin: I'd say make it equal to the penalty of booze
- Hockey13, on 07/30/2008, -4/+33Gotta love it when I go to CNN.com at work and see a nice closeup of pot on the front page.
If this is actually going to happen, I think I might just ***** my pants in joy and then buy a new pair of pants with all the money I'll be saving not buying pot in the expensive black market. - CommonSense2k8, on 07/30/2008, -6/+33"DEA, White House say marijuana dangerous, has no accepted medical use"
Ever psychotropic drug (anti-depressants, ADD, Anxiety, Anti-psycotics) are dangerous.
And no acceptable medical use has been found because research is only allowed with the DEA's consent... If marijuana was created by Eli-lily, an "acceptable medical use" would have been found decades ago, but since it is easily produced, their is no motivation for a corporation to put its neck out and pursue the issue...
This issue is just another example of the failure of our democracy and capitalism - danno1982, on 07/30/2008, -3/+28A marijuana tax is about the only tax increase I would support.
- inactive, on 07/30/2008, -1/+26wait... yep... I think you just blew my fckin mind.
- kgreen69er, on 07/30/2008, -2/+25Just in time for Pineapple Express!
- Laorir, on 07/30/2008, -2/+25Except that it would hopefully signal the start of a general trend towards state's rights rather than having everything managed at the federal level. You know, the tenth amendment and all that.
Granted, there's little chance that this actually passes, in my opinion. - seenthefuture, on 07/30/2008, -4/+26Good start I guess but WTF...
"HR 5843 would not affect laws on growing, importing, exporting marijuana."
"The resolution also would not affect any state laws regarding marijuana use."
Can't grow, so you need to "illegally" buy it from someone, and the state will lock me up anyway. - Tyrghast, on 07/30/2008, -2/+24I suppose you like them laden with the hottest new std's as well? Regulate the ho's!
- gameftp, on 07/30/2008, -1/+23I have never smoked it either, but for one simple reason, it is illegal and I have a family to support so I can not afford the legal risks.
However I fully support the legalization of marijuana.
The U.S. would be much better off as a country if it were legal, it would take jobs away from criminals, create jobs for citizens, save the country a lot of money we currently spend trying to fight it, and generate extra revenue in the taxation of it.
It would also help some in the overcrowding of the jails and prisons we currently face.
And I can't help but compare it to the prohibition for alcohol, that didn't work either, and alcohol is far more dangerous to you and those around you when used in excess.
LEGALIZE IT! - Ninjapope, on 07/30/2008, -0/+21Legalizing and taxing seeds would probably fix this. It wouldn't be too different from growing vegetables in your own garden.
- savethehobos, on 07/30/2008, -0/+21Non-profit transfers. So if the government were to say have a stockpile of it somewhere, you could buy it off them for the production cost of what an ounce woulda been. And since its a plant that doesnt require that much attention, thats gonna be pretty low.
Anyways thats not my point. It says non-profit transfers are the only way to get it. Well there is no way to track that since people that deal probably dont use the IRS to get a tax return on the stuff they sell.
Pretty much all it is is that they can't bust you for any that you have in your car/home as long as its not over a QP. - armoreddillo, on 07/30/2008, -1/+21"According to NORML, marijuana can be used to treat a range of illnesses, including glaucoma, asthma, multiple sclerosis, HIV/AIDS and seizures."
it should be more like "According to multiple scientific studies" - Cuchanu, on 07/30/2008, -0/+20That quote stuck out to me as well. It sums up the debate on legalization pretty well.
BTW in Seattle smoking weed has been de-criminalized for years. I smell it on a regular basis; downtown, outside my apartment, at the bus stop, etc. And suprise: nobody is "running around with semen on their pants from constantly jacking of when they can't find a rape victim." - truthspeaker, on 07/30/2008, -3/+23Finally, a politician who reflects what American citizens (as opposed to lobbyists) actually think.
- inactive, on 07/30/2008, -2/+22I will smoke 99.99 grams to that!
- inactive, on 07/30/2008, -8/+28legalize it yes.
tax it? no... regulate it.. NO
people should be allowed to grow it and smoke it in their backyard if they want
its a ***** PLANT PEOPLE - MattB123, on 07/30/2008, -0/+19Did you guys ever see that Top Gear episode where a guy took a driving test before and after smoking a fatty? He actually did better after. I'm not saying it should be encouraged or even legal (to drive under the influence), but it should be equal to alcohol at the very strictest. It's not nearly as dangerous as drunk driving by a huge margin. You can spot the stoners because they are being too cautious.
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