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  Don't Rush Into Legalizing MMJ in Iowa

Posted by CN Staff on February 19, 2010 at 05:57:20 PT
Register Editorial 
Source: Des Moines Register 

Iowa -- On Wednesday, the Iowa Board of Pharmacy voted unanimously to recommend state lawmakers reclassify marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule II. That could lead to Iowans legally using pot for medicinal purposes. The board also suggested establishing a task force to implement a medical marijuana program.The recommendations came on the heels of the release of a Des Moines Register Iowa Poll, which found 64 percent of Iowans favor allowing people to use marijuana as medicine. Many Iowans think it makes sense to allow those suffering from AIDS, cancer or other debilitating conditions to have access to a drug that may alleviate symptoms.
And it does make sense.But Iowa lawmakers - and members of any task force - have a lot of work to do before allowing such use in this state.Because decriminalizing pot for some sick Iowans extends beyond the purview of the pharmacy board. It's not just about what's popular with the public. It isn't as simple as changing the classification of a drug.Such a change has wide-reaching consequences - for regulators, law enforcement, city planning and zoning boards, public health officials and others. Lawmakers need to fully anticipate and understand those consequences before changing the law.And they don't need a crystal ball to do that. They need to look at the 14 other states that already allow the medicinal use of marijuana. Iowa can learn a lot from them. Did decriminalizing marijuana for medicinal purposes increase illegal use of the drug? Who sells it? Who regulates its growth and distribution? Have the lawmakers in those states needed to revisit the issue to address problems?One good place to look is Colorado. Residents voted to legalize marijuana for medicinal use in 2000. Ten years later, the state is still grappling with regulatory issues. For example, the law doesn't state where marijuana plants may be grown. Local governments are trying to figure out how to regulate the location of "medical marijuana dispensaries." The law requires police to keep alive marijuana plants they've confiscated until a case is resolved.Last year, U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder Jr. announced federal prosecutors would not dedicate resources to prosecuting "patients with serious illnesses or their caregivers who are complying with state laws on medical marijuana." Following that, Colorado saw a proliferation of marijuana dispensaries.These are among the realities Iowa lawmakers need to plan for before taking action on any legislation legalizing marijuana.In fact, members of the pharmacy board acknowledged the complexities of this issue. Prior to the vote, they publicly discussed the drug's potential value versus its potential for abuse. They recognized the types of problems that have surfaced in states that legalized the drug for medical use and the need for adequate regulatory controls.On Wednesday, marijuana proponents cheered after the pharmacy board vote was taken. Yet they, too, acknowledged there is a lot of work left to do before the drug is actually available to patients.And that work includes getting a comprehensive understanding of the impact of such laws in other states - and how Iowa can avoid problems in the future.Source: Des Moines Register (IA)Published: February 19, 2010Copyright: 2010 The Des Moines RegisterContact: cdavis dmreg.comWebsite: http://desmoinesregister.comURL: http://drugsense.org/url/7KQlCjK0CannabisNews Medical Marijuana Archiveshttp://cannabisnews.com/news/list/medical.shtml

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Comment #39 posted by FoM on February 21, 2010 at 18:54:47 PT
gloovins
It's nice to see you. I really don't understand what is going on out in LA. I do think a shaking is happening but it should work itself out in time.
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Comment #38 posted by gloovins on February 21, 2010 at 18:48:30 PT
Hi all....
LA is great now...the proliferation of clubs really has been *great*, prices are coming down and things are good BUT with the ordinance passed...it looks like a big question mark for the future, good article here on the new LA ordinance: http://lajemm.com/page/2/Hope everyone is having a nice 2010...Much love....
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Comment #37 posted by FoM on February 21, 2010 at 18:04:11 PT
josephlacerenza
He is doing fine but doing other things that are important to him. 
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Comment #36 posted by josephlacerenza on February 21, 2010 at 17:24:26 PT
Hope, FoM...
I was wondering where museman has been. It has been some time. I do appreciate his wisdom! :)
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Comment #35 posted by FoM on February 21, 2010 at 14:34:53 PT

rchandar 
That's good to know. There isn't one Republican I have seen that I think is qualified to be President. I want an intelligent President. I don't mean business smart but a reasoning man or woman. We already have Obama and no one will hold a candle to him in my lifetime. He has been stopped at every turn and it's sad to see it happen to a good man.
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Comment #34 posted by rchandar on February 21, 2010 at 14:22:30 PT:

FoM
Have faith. I personally GUARANTEE that Sarah Palin will NEVER be our President.Not because she's a woman. Let's just face it, this woman was forced to resign the governorship because of a corruption scandal. She has NO CHANCE. She has a book called "Going Rogue": who would be so insensitive to elect someone that would make Barry Goldwater look like a daisy? No, I think they will have to throw up someone else. No one would respect her, and after a few days in office the only comment would be "what a f#%$king b #ch she is!!"Not possible, my sister. Not in a million years.--rchandar
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Comment #33 posted by FoM on February 21, 2010 at 13:41:37 PT

rchandar 
Hawks are hawks and Republicans are exactly that way. The corporations that run our country show that people don't matter. Compassion isn't a word they use or believe is important. If they get someone like Palin in I will never care about anything in politics again. I will go away and totally tune out. Obama is a good man and they are horrible to him. They don't care if people need health care. We should just die. Eternity will balance it all out I believe.
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Comment #32 posted by rchandar on February 21, 2010 at 13:37:30 PT:

One More
Some days ago, someone made a big thing about the ONDCP budget. That's a mistake--what can Barack do? The REAL question of our "success" in scaling down WoD hysteria and machinations of totalitarianism will come later this year--from the arrest numbers. If the numbers go down, I say he is a great President.--rchandar
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Comment #31 posted by rchandar on February 21, 2010 at 13:35:20 PT:

Sinsemillia Jones, FoM
There was an article in the Miami Herald--a closed article, without one Democratic spokesman to counter the enthusiasm. They claim that the GOP is the "majority in waiting" and that Obama is a one-termer. It's early in the process. I fail to see anything in this "Tea Party" thing other than White Power. Besides that, it's only February. That's nine months from now! Surely, there would be some base to contest the evident Republican victory that will shatter Obama's presidency.The GOP have only one philosophy: winning is everything. Even the little margin for filibustering that arose from Scott Brown's election was enough to make them absurdly jubilant. The main question is how do we take this thinking from them, make them realize that they will have to contend with us, not briefly but for a long, long time.I would also like to restate in plain, practical terms what is happening: the Repubs have all the money, they kept their jobs, and the rest of us are basically dying folk. Obama's election did not bring equality for many of us, it aggravated problems such as racism, inequity, injustice, that Bush had nurtured for eight years. There is no real alternative other than supporting our President, and at a time when the other side has already proclaimed itself the victor.--rchandar
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Comment #30 posted by FoM on February 20, 2010 at 06:57:25 PT

Sinsemilla Jones
I have come to the conclusion that some people will never appreciate Obama. They are angry since he isn't a Republican. No matter what he does they hate him. Being so dedicated to a Party makes no sense to me.
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Comment #29 posted by Sinsemilla Jones on February 20, 2010 at 05:43:19 PT

"There is no freedom in a necktie"
I heard a caller on one of the numerous conservative, i.e. Republican, i.e bash Obama, talk radio shows one runs into in the south, and his complaint was that Obama often doesn't wear a tie.He felt that not wearing a tie disrespected the office of President, and summed up his argument in his deep country accent by saying,"I mean, c'mon man!"
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Comment #28 posted by FoM on February 19, 2010 at 19:29:02 PT

MikeEEEEE 
That's true. 
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Comment #27 posted by MikeEEEEE on February 19, 2010 at 18:50:50 PT

off-topic
Tiger Woods is a business (period)
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Comment #26 posted by FoM on February 19, 2010 at 11:58:14 PT

Sam
He really went off the deep end but sports stars are not role models or at least they shouldn't be.I saw a t-shirt with a rottweiler on it that something like this:Please can Michael come out and play with me.When they fall they fall big time.
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Comment #25 posted by Sam Adams on February 19, 2010 at 11:49:41 PT

tiger
pre-nutpial, ok, I haven't read any of the stories about it, I just heard that he had a dozen mistresses, sounds pretty crazy!
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Comment #24 posted by The GCW on February 19, 2010 at 10:51:01 PT

Don't rush?
Don't Rush Into cancer in Iowa
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Comment #23 posted by dongenero on February 19, 2010 at 10:45:10 PT

no need to rush
...tomorrow will be just fine.
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Comment #22 posted by FoM on February 19, 2010 at 10:26:17 PT

ekim
Thank you. I will check out the web site.
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Comment #21 posted by ekim on February 19, 2010 at 10:21:57 PT

Cheech Marin -- short peice in Kal Gazette
Spokesman Speaks for the Beverly Hills (Cailf) chapterof the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws on Thursday as it launched a partnership with 
HempCon.com and Medical Marijuana Show
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Comment #20 posted by FoM on February 19, 2010 at 10:18:13 PT

Sam
She signed a pre-nuptial as far as I know. She wouldn't have gotten much compared to his income unless what I read wasn't true.
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Comment #19 posted by HempWorld on February 19, 2010 at 10:13:49 PT

Don't Rush Into Legalizing MMJ in Iowa
Wait at least another 70 years!
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Comment #18 posted by Sam Adams on February 19, 2010 at 10:03:56 PT

one more thing
btw my friends parents in the last story did indeed divorce a few years after their last kid finished college.
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Comment #17 posted by Sam Adams on February 19, 2010 at 10:01:48 PT

woods
why not get a divorce? Simple - she gets the kids and his money.I probably shouldn't have waded in on this subject - honestly I don't want to defend this guy! I don't even know that much about him, heck I don't know anything about him.But I feel that I can't know anything about him, his situation as a pro athlete is so far from anything in my life. I guess that's my point.I personally know a few guys that have been in terrible marriage situation. One friend's wife insisted on buying a million dollar house, they after they moved in she ended an argument by saying "I've got your kids, I've got your money, I don't need you. If you want out talk to you lawyer". And of course there was no sex in that marriage for my friend, who was a church-going nice guys as far as I could tell. But he could have been the jerk too - how would I know? I don't judge.an ex-girlfriend of mine had a mother that was so mean her father was not allowed to speak at meals or around the house. He cried a lot, I saw it. While growing up my friend was the lead singer in the high school's annual music production. On the night of the final performance her mother refused to even give her a ride to the show, saying she was tired from a tough day at work. And of course she never her daughter's show at all.of course her father wasn't going to get a divorce. In Massachusetts courts he'd only get custody of the kids 1 or 2 days per week and half his money would go to the wife, unless he could prove the abuse which is impossible without witnesses or physical evidence.
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Comment #16 posted by FoM on February 19, 2010 at 09:53:02 PT

Sam
If she was cruel to him why not just get a divorce?
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Comment #15 posted by FoM on February 19, 2010 at 09:51:54 PT

Sam
I really don't think his wife was cruel to him. Did she yell at him? I'm sure. Problems that pop up between couples happen. This was his problem. 
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Comment #14 posted by Sam Adams on February 19, 2010 at 09:43:39 PT

tiger woods
after some life experience I usually refrain from making ANY judgements concerning other people's behavior in relationships. They're in the relationship, not me. I don't know what's been going on.perhaps Tiger's wife was relentlessly cruel to him over the years and drove him crazy. I"ve seen this happen to people in my family.of course it's just a likely that he's a sleazeball. I guarantee you we'll never know from reading about it in the newspapers and TV
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Comment #13 posted by FoM on February 19, 2010 at 09:25:50 PT

The GCW
Thank you so much for all your efforts. They mean a lot. 
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Comment #12 posted by FoM on February 19, 2010 at 09:24:25 PT

Had Enough
I understand what you mean. I like Shaun White and I am sure he has a great time when not in training or competition. I never liked Tiger Woods because he was trying to pretend he was someone he wasn't. I can see thru people fairly well most times.
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Comment #11 posted by The GCW on February 19, 2010 at 09:22:04 PT

Update
US CO: Highlands Ranch Marijuana Case Could Set Federal Precedenthttp://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v10/n125/a07.html?397"Federal judges prohibit the defense from even uttering the words 'medical marijuana,' "
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Comment #10 posted by The GCW on February 19, 2010 at 09:14:02 PT

Reschedule the Superplant.
Rescheduling the superplant is a move in the correct direction. US CO: PUB LTE: Cannabis the ‘super plant'
 Webpage: http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20100219/LETTER/100219784/1078&ParentProfile=1055Pubdate: 19 Feb 2010Source: Summit Daily News (CO)Referred: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v10/n122/a07.html?1081 
Cannabis the ‘super plant' 
On one end of the tug of rope is progress and on the other end is Denver DEA Special Agent in Charge Jeffrey Sweetin, asserting “marijuana is not medicine” (”DEA: Colorado marijuana dispensaries are illegal,” SDN Feb. 14). Sweetin is either ignorant or lying and either way, his DEA efforts are crippling Colorado, the nation and indeed the planet. Cannabis (marijuana) clearly has medical value and historically been documented and used medicinally for over 5,000 years. Cannabis prohibition is hinged on the federal government's dishonest label, a Schedule I substance, which claims the plant has no medical value. The federal government's ultimate desire to exterminate cannabis off planet earth should be alarming to every living human, not just Christians who know God indicates He created all the seed-bearing plants and specified they are all good on the first page of the Bible. Cannabis is known as the tree of life, which technically makes the plant one of, if not, the most important plant in existence, since the very last page of the Bible indicates the leaves of the tree of life are for the healing of the nations. The plant's healing ability extends beyond physical human needs, beyond healing problems which lead to war, beyond healing the planet's perceived energy and economic deficiencies and into the realm of spiritual healing. And the greatest potential cannabis offers is in its spiritual abilities. People who use cannabis for spiritual purpose know 100 percent it has value in exposing, teaching and understanding truth.Cannabis is a creation earth may not be able to live with out. Cannabis is the super plant. Why is cannabis even a Schedule I substance to begin with? Ask the special agent Jeffrey Sweetin; he'll be glad to deny truth and progress to explain it.Further, many people who use cannabis sense it has spiritual insight. I read a recently published paper on the subject worth reading to help begin understanding some of the potential implications, which alone makes a credible case against allowing government to exterminate cannabis. In prayer, with Jesus Christ's spirit of truth, read, “Cannabis: The Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil” at http://bit.ly/9ImkWX 
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Comment #9 posted by Had Enough on February 19, 2010 at 09:11:12 PT

Idols
Many of these ‘sports stars’ are placed/worshiped too high on a pedestal/throne.It’s one thing to enjoy someone excelling at what he or she can do...but another thing to place them to a supposedly higher life form/kingsmanship.If people weren’t so distracted by this stuff...they wouldn’t be so upset when they find that their king have faults, and are just people too...they could actually focus more on their own fellow mankind they encounter every day. And just maybe...the world could be a better place.Just my opinion...that’s all...***You know what they say about opinions though...“Opinions are like ear holes...most people have more than one”...:)

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Comment #8 posted by FoM on February 19, 2010 at 08:54:04 PT

Had Enough
What he did will follow him the rest of his life. He will overcome or he will lose. People that have followed Tiger Woods will be watching his every move. As I said I am not into golf but many in my family are. They were crushed by this. 
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Comment #7 posted by Had Enough on February 19, 2010 at 08:41:16 PT

FoM
With all due respect...which I have plenty of for the people here.I think Tiger Woods is only sorry about getting caught up with...Snared by the National Enquirer...The mother of all slander sheets...that has got to be a blow to their ego. They still have fame...but probably are thinking about the dollar amount they acquire.Got to admit though...the Enquirer has been catching up to a lot of these people practicing their hypocrisy. It seems they maybe attracting some credibility.

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Comment #6 posted by FoM on February 19, 2010 at 08:19:49 PT

OT: Tiger Woods
I have never been a golf or fan of Tiger Woods. I thought he thought way too highly of himself. I watched him speak just now and I actually feel sorry for him. I hope he and his family can work it all out.
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Comment #5 posted by Had Enough on February 19, 2010 at 08:08:15 PT

Crystal Balls with Truth and Consequences
“The recommendations came on the heels of the release of a Des Moines Register Iowa Poll, which found 64 percent of Iowans favor allowing people to use marijuana as medicine.””and...“”Because decriminalizing pot for some sick Iowans extends beyond the purview of the pharmacy board. It's not just about what's popular with the public. It isn't as simple as changing the classification of a drug.”"and...“”But Iowa lawmakers - and members of any task force - have a lot of work to do before allowing such use in this state. Because decriminalizing pot for some sick Iowans extends beyond the purview of the pharmacy board. It's not just about what's popular with the public. It isn't as simple as changing the classification of a drug. 
Such a change has wide-reaching consequences - for regulators, law enforcement, city planning and zoning boards, public health officials and others. Lawmakers need to fully anticipate and understand those consequences before changing the law. And they don't need a crystal ball to do that.””***So much for the will of the people when 64% polled...favor itYet there is no talk of consequences of prohibition...is there???And no...Nobody needs a “crystal ball”...Just re-legalize...and let people get on with their lives...************STYX - Crystal Ballhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Xyk0JuSTns&feature=related
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Comment #4 posted by brookie on February 19, 2010 at 07:36:46 PT

My Oh My
That article makes me sick to read. The same old lies over and over.
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Comment #3 posted by Had Enough on February 19, 2010 at 07:21:37 PT

Ties with Big Brother

""There is no freedom in a necktie, sorry!""I think they wear neckties as a subliminal message to remind them that they are to be led around on a leash...and if you don’t wear one...You are non-conformable...and therefore...of no use to them...

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Comment #2 posted by runruff on February 19, 2010 at 07:08:42 PT

It isn't as simple as changing the classification?
No, it is as simple as putting a seed in potting soil and applying water!You will need to change the classification in order to not look like the only brain dead people on the planet!Meanwhile, reality? People will not wait to plant that seed! What next then, prison?Bureaucrates lose sight of reality, while getting their milk white indoor light, tans, Life is all deadlines.. and 5 copies per....fill in all the blanks...lunch, coffee break...hit the rush hour traffic home...chores, diner, office homework...bed exausted!What do they know about the realities of suffering or an addiction to freedom? There is no freedom in a necktie, sorry!
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Comment #1 posted by FoM on February 19, 2010 at 06:08:19 PT

Medical Marijuana: An Over-Hyped Drug
February 18, 2010URL: http://blogs.forbes.com/sciencebiz/2010/02/medical-marijuana-an-over-hyped-drug/
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