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- agnosticbeaver, on 04/18/2008, -1/+45it is about time! nice to see at least one member of congress gets this issue and that the American people don't want marijuana users thrown in jail.
- OzzyRocks, on 04/18/2008, -1/+32Tell EVERYONE. We've been waiting for years for this, so do yourself a favor and contact your representatives!
- ryazbeck, on 04/18/2008, -4/+35this won't pass, but at least it's getting talked about.
- FascistUtopia, on 04/18/2008, -0/+20this is long overdue.
- FLMarijuana, on 04/18/2008, -0/+16This is just the beginning!
- bmorris, on 04/18/2008, -0/+13Agreed. You have to start somewhere. The article says it hasn't been discussed in years.
- inactive, on 04/18/2008, -1/+13http://www.politico.com/blogs/thecrypt/0408/Rep_Fr ...
A slightly more informatics and less biased article.
"Rep. Ron Paul (R-Texas) joined Frank as a co-sponsor of the bill." - youtellme8, on 04/18/2008, -0/+11Legalization would be great for the economy, great for the government, and great for the people. Liberals and conservatives should both get behind this issue.
- nomad77, on 04/18/2008, -0/+10Early Happy 4/20, everybody...
- screemingbark, on 04/18/2008, -0/+9It's about time our government realizes the benefits of this amazing plant. Even if it's not legalized right away, at least decriminalize it. It's senseless to have prisons filled with nonviolent people.
- lildevil8411, on 04/18/2008, -0/+8At least it would put eliminate federal penalties for possession, and allow states to make their own decisions! It would also eliminate penalties for not-for-profit transfers. It may not be perfect, but it's definitely a good start.
- lilbugleboy09, on 04/18/2008, -0/+7DEA: Screwing lives one gram at a time.
- WiseWeasel, on 04/18/2008, -0/+7Yes, everyone do this NOW! There's even a convenient link right there in the article:
https://secure2.convio.net/mpp/site/Advocacy?pagen ...
I've already sent my congressman a personalized email to support this. - whiteyak41, on 04/18/2008, -0/+7Dugg for the title of the bill
- WiseWeasel, on 04/18/2008, -0/+6Why would anyone, user of marijuana or not, want marijuana criminalized? Even non-users should support complete legalization and taxation of marijuana, so that this mass-market trade can contribute jobs and resources to the country. Marijuana is much less detrimental than alcohol, for example, and we seem able to regulate that market relatively reasonably. There's no good justification for the current policy.
- tehbored, on 04/18/2008, -1/+7Congress doesn't understand "liberty" and "justice" and "common sense," but they do understand money (well, sort of). Thankfully this senator put it in terms they might be able to understand.
- T8erT0T, on 04/18/2008, -0/+6It's a 4/20 Miracle! God bless us, everyone!
- umbriago, on 04/18/2008, -2/+7"It would not affect laws prohibiting drug sales or the cultivation of marijuana, and it would not affect state or local laws regulating marijuana possession."
Well, that's a little problem, it is. - WiseWeasel, on 04/18/2008, -0/+5That's not a problem at all. If your state then does something you don't like, TAKE IT UP WITH THEM! It's a hell of a lot easier to organize support for change at the state level than the federal level.
- inactive, on 04/18/2008, -0/+5You just confused the ***** out of me with all those Caps At The Start Of Every Word! .....you can get your point across with out them you know!
- twiztidsinz, on 04/18/2008, -0/+5pulled from front page... THANKS DIGG!!!
- WiseWeasel, on 04/18/2008, -0/+5If there's evidence of *ANY* money changing hands, it's for profit.
- codyodell, on 04/18/2008, -0/+5WTF Digg?
- WiseWeasel, on 04/18/2008, -0/+5At least it gives us a chance to see which representatives should be replaced.
- freun989, on 04/18/2008, -1/+5the thought of having 3 1/2 ounces in my possession at any given time without having to worry about the government is a dream come true. my bong thanks the congressmen for their consideration.
- Needles13, on 04/18/2008, -0/+4Yea, the first step to letting states create legislation on this stuff is to pass something in the federal government. Every time a state tries to bring something up about decriminalizing marijuana the feds ***** on them. Like lildevil said, it is a good start.
- inactive, on 04/18/2008, -0/+4As someone who doesn't use marijuana often, I say, legalize the ***** out of it. I've tried it a few times, had some fun and will likely use it again every now and then, but it is certainly safer than alcohol, and should be fully decriminalized for personal use.
Also, our tax dollars are being wasted on jailing people for possession of marijuana. Total waste of money. Decriminalize it, I never heard of anyone smoking weed and wanting to start some *****. Most people want to sit around and laugh and play video games, and listen to music. Keep the hard ***** illegal, and ease up on the weed. - spookymikal, on 04/18/2008, -0/+4...like it being illegal is really stopping any of us.
Honestly now. - Spamcan, on 04/18/2008, -0/+4Make it legal to grow and sell with a government license then apply existing smoking and alcohol laws to it, get the tobacco companies to grow it, flood every convince store in the country with legal joints by the pack and charge a 30% tax.
Recession? What recession? - TomK88, on 04/18/2008, -0/+4Huh? The left is much more pro-legalization than the right.
- xz9925, on 04/18/2008, -0/+3DUGG DUGG A THOUSAND TIMES DUGG!!!!!
- novakane, on 04/18/2008, -0/+3I love Barney Frank, he appears on real time with Bill Maher frequently and is always a very informed and intelligent debater. Why would he introduce this legislation while bush is in the white house though? He'll veto this even if it does get through the house.
- fuzionmuse, on 04/18/2008, -0/+3legalizzzzzzeeeee it!!!! don't criticizzzzzzzzeeee it!!!!!
- dizilbdog, on 04/18/2008, -0/+3Phew at last I am able to say I am glad to be living in Massachusetts besides the Red Sox. Thank You Mr. Frank
- rotten777, on 04/18/2008, -0/+3I did 3 weeks ago.. here's the response I got:
From: Tim Mahoney
"April 7, 2008
Dear Mr. XXXXXXXX:
Thank you for expressing support for legislation to legalize the use of marijuana by adults. I appreciate you taking the time to share your views with me.
Based upon my search of bills currently pending before Congress, no legislation has been introduced to decriminalize marijuana use. However, many bills are introduced each week, so it is possible that legislation may be introduced in the future. Please rest assured that I will keep your views in mind should I have an opportunity to vote on this issue in the future.
Again, thank you for taking the time to share your views with me. I hope that you will continue to keep me informed of your views on this issue and other issues of interest to you. For additional information and to stay informed, please visit my website at www.mahoney.house.gov and sign up for my periodic e-mail updates."
From: Mel Martinez
"Dear Mr. XXXXXXX:
Thank you for contacting me regarding illicit drugs. I appreciate hearing from you and would like to respond to your concerns.
The production, sale, and consumption of illicit drugs pose a serious threat to the well being of our nation. In addition to causing significant social and health problems, drugs contribute directly to crime levels in our communities. The drug trade is also a large source of revenue for terrorist organizations, particularly in Latin America and Southern Asia.
In Florida, we face unique challenges in reducing drug trafficking because our state is a center for the importation of drugs from Central and South America. I am strongly opposed to any legislation to weaken current restrictions on illicit substances. Such modifications would greatly hinder the collaborative efforts of federal, state, and local law enforcement officials in fighting illegal drugs. These efforts are vital to reducing crime rates and drug addiction in our country.
Thank you for sharing your views with me. Please contact me if you have additional comments or questions. For more information about issues and activities important to Florida, I invite you to sign up for my weekly newsletter at http://martinez.senate.gov.
Sincerely,
Mel Martinez
United States Senator"
Basically you get a template response or a member of their staff sending some ***** response. I replied with a logical argument for legalization and got no response. ***** you Congress! - tango1110, on 04/18/2008, -0/+3Barney Frank. This Bud's for you.
- superadrien, on 04/18/2008, -0/+3Why would DIGG pull this from the front page?
- porkdanish, on 04/18/2008, -0/+3Where's fark's hero tag when you need it!
- inactive, on 04/18/2008, -0/+3No, it's not a problem. Because states are already trying to decriminalize it but can't because the feds won't let them. California tried to legalize medical marijuana so Bush's DoJ just started kicking down doors and arresting AIDS patients and *****.
- thespace2, on 04/18/2008, -0/+3screw that, Barney Frank for Prez 2008!!
- dwg3333, on 04/18/2008, -0/+3Not sure if this has been said but: This is only being done because of: 1. Our economy sucks and some how they are going to profit from this. 2. Our prisons are beyond their capacities. But hey, good for the one member of congress. He probably puffs every night anyway. LOL
- WhiteMike87, on 04/18/2008, -0/+2In Canada we don't really worry too much about pot laws. The cops here (mostly) understand pot the way us Canadian stoner's do: simply as a way to relax from a long day at school or work, or as an alternative to many other more dangerous intoxicants, such as alcohol or crystal meth (lol). If you only have, say, a couple grams on you, obviously that is seen as personal use, and in Canada at least its a waste of time and money to bring that to court, or even for the cop to write you up. As long as you are straight up to the officer, while still protecting your own rights as a free citizen, the officer should let you off the hook. Also, pot laws in Canada are in a kind of "grey-area", and its very, very hard to get charged with simple possession right now due to recent court decisions.
Laws or not, don't let it stop you from enjoying yourself ;)
PS- ***** you Stephen Harper - TheVituperator, on 04/18/2008, -0/+2I would rather have a bunch of stoned people around than a bunch of drunks. I don"t know anybody who goes out and smokes pot, and then goes home and beats their wives either.
- Kloud, on 04/18/2008, -0/+2I wonder what his argument is for Marijuana being an "illicit drug".
Marijuana = Mexico
Cocaine/Heroine/other hard drugs = South/Latin American countries. - voodoochild461, on 04/18/2008, -0/+2We'll get there eventually.
- UtahApocalyse, on 04/18/2008, -0/+2I pray this is voted on April 20th :)
- TheTruthHurts, on 04/18/2008, -0/+2ssɐd ɟɟnd ɟɟnd
- h3smith, on 04/18/2008, -0/+2Would they also pardon all the non-criminals who are in jail for simple possession?
- inactive, on 04/18/2008, -0/+2thats because half of congress is on Big Oils payroll
- McToken, on 04/18/2008, -0/+2I'll take a toke to that!.... its about time you guys lax'd your pot laws down there....hopefully they will realize pot is only worth a fine (even tho it should be legal) and not jail time......the 'house' should realize it will make more money.....something they all like....
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