Welcome to America,
home to 5% of the world's people
25% of the world's prisoners,
51% of these prisoners are for non-violent drug offenses.
Two recent local news stories I find of interest to this. Some people didn't seem to like my solution to the problem.
EZ Mart robbery and shooting
Father and son arrested for stealing trailers
Now I have a copy and paste campaign going for these stories.
It includes one of these prepared notes I keep on a notepad of my computer.
Here's a thought to consider:
We have a problem with SUBSTANCE ABUSE, both legal and illegal substances. Why don't we quit wasting our money on enforcing this failed policy? So far we have been fighting this WAR ON DRUGS for 40 years. Now I'm not a genius by no means, but I'd have to say this battle will not be won with threats of fines and/or incarcerations.
Instead of continuing to fight an unbeatable enemy, let's do something constructive with that money. Let's start by HIRING MORE POLICE TO PROTECT THE PEOPLE AND THEIR PROPERTY from the violent criminals who show no remorse or respect for people's lives and property.
Now we also waste money on the prosecuting and incarceration of non-violent drug offenders. How about we stop that? Save that money and focus on using it for the violent criminals, for some reason we can't seem to get them off the streets and keep them locked. Well, doing this we will have the necessary space in the jails and prisons so they can serve their full sentence without parole or early release for good behavior.
Now see how easy that is, and all it took was changing perspectives of our prohibition policy, that's success can only be measured by it's FAILURE.
Or this:
Just think of the billions of dollars spent every year in promoting the failed prohibition laws that persecute, prosecute, and incarcerate non-violent cannabis (commonly referred to as marijuana) users under the claim of protecting the people from themselves.
Sorry, I don't need or want anyone to protect me from myself to that extent, this is overstepping the boundaries of your moral responsibility to the people. Your obligation as far as I'm concerned is to make recommendations or suggestions.
What we need and want is a police force and justice system that protects us from violent people who show no remorse in taking the lives of others. The money wasted on this failed policy would go along way towards putting a stop to these acts of violence.
The DEA claims that cannabis (marijuana) has a high potential of abuse, well so does alcohol and firearms. People aren't treated as criminals until after they injure or kill someone abusing alcohol and firearms.
So how can we continue to claim to have a fair system of justice?
Now, most of the people who comment on these call me an idiot or a pothead. No big deal for me, I'm not the one who is ignoring the problems this nation is facing. I also don't see anyone else posting any competent or even reasonable solution to the problems of crime.
I am questioning the concept of what is a crime, and how we should punish the people. The substance abuse problem we have is a health and social issue, not a criminal offense.
We are human and tend to make mistakes in life, if we choose to use substances and we don't use the knowledge and information available then that's our own mistakes. We know some people are more susceptible to abuse of these substances differently and you shouldn't be treated as a criminal for the use unless your abuse is associated with an injury or death.
Showing posts with label Crime and Punishment. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Crime and Punishment. Show all posts
Thursday, July 21, 2011
I've been called an idiot.
At some time or other you will make a post on a news story, and some one will not agree with your post. The sad part is they will openly call you an idiot. This tells me that they have a difficult time finding a reasonable thought on their own.
What brought this about you ask? It had to do with the shooting of a convenience store clerk during a robbery. The robber didn't just take the money and run, he shot the clerk in the head. His picture is pretty clear on the video. And I have read that the suspect is in custody. I hope the clerk survives and I hope he isn't going to suffer if he survives.
Now, here's my post that justified a closed mind the right to claim I'm an idiot.
Just think of the billions of dollars spent every year in promoting the failed prohibition laws that persecute, prosecute, and incarcerate non-violent cannabis (commonly referred to as marijuana) users under the claim of protecting the people from themselves.
Sorry, I don't need or want anyone to protect me from myself to that extent, this is overstepping the boundaries of your moral responsibility to the people. Your obligation as far as I'm concerned is to make recommendations or suggestions.
What we need and want is a police force and justice system that protects us from violent people who show no remorse in taking the lives of others. The money wasted on this failed policy would go along way towards putting a stop to these acts of violence.
The DEA claims that cannabis (marijuana) has a high potential of abuse, well so does alcohol and firearms. People aren't treated as criminals until after they injure or kill someone abusing alcohol and firearms.
So how can we continue to claim to have a fair system of justice?
Billion of dollars can go a long way towards HIRING MORE POLICE OFFICERS AND PAYING THEM BETTER. Changing perspectives of our failed prohibition policies would also make ROOM IN THE JAILS FOR THESE VIOLENT CRIMINALS and maybe they will stay there long enough to serve their full sentence without parole.
I was kind enough to politely inform him that I didn't read any competent or reasonable solutions to help stop this type of violence from him or any other commenter on that news story. Now I'm not a genius, and I only have a high school diploma to show for 13 years of school. But, I do try to have an open mind and look at things in a different light.
Any way, thanks for reading. I hope you enjoyed it.
BTW, I been called worse and I'm still alive and kicking, I tend to let ignorance roll off.
What brought this about you ask? It had to do with the shooting of a convenience store clerk during a robbery. The robber didn't just take the money and run, he shot the clerk in the head. His picture is pretty clear on the video. And I have read that the suspect is in custody. I hope the clerk survives and I hope he isn't going to suffer if he survives.
Now, here's my post that justified a closed mind the right to claim I'm an idiot.
Just think of the billions of dollars spent every year in promoting the failed prohibition laws that persecute, prosecute, and incarcerate non-violent cannabis (commonly referred to as marijuana) users under the claim of protecting the people from themselves.
Sorry, I don't need or want anyone to protect me from myself to that extent, this is overstepping the boundaries of your moral responsibility to the people. Your obligation as far as I'm concerned is to make recommendations or suggestions.
What we need and want is a police force and justice system that protects us from violent people who show no remorse in taking the lives of others. The money wasted on this failed policy would go along way towards putting a stop to these acts of violence.
The DEA claims that cannabis (marijuana) has a high potential of abuse, well so does alcohol and firearms. People aren't treated as criminals until after they injure or kill someone abusing alcohol and firearms.
So how can we continue to claim to have a fair system of justice?
Billion of dollars can go a long way towards HIRING MORE POLICE OFFICERS AND PAYING THEM BETTER. Changing perspectives of our failed prohibition policies would also make ROOM IN THE JAILS FOR THESE VIOLENT CRIMINALS and maybe they will stay there long enough to serve their full sentence without parole.
I was kind enough to politely inform him that I didn't read any competent or reasonable solutions to help stop this type of violence from him or any other commenter on that news story. Now I'm not a genius, and I only have a high school diploma to show for 13 years of school. But, I do try to have an open mind and look at things in a different light.
Any way, thanks for reading. I hope you enjoyed it.
BTW, I been called worse and I'm still alive and kicking, I tend to let ignorance roll off.
Sunday, July 17, 2011
The Cannabis Compromise: Getting Gritty On The Truth
First as a realist, I know there will be people who will feel offended on both sides of this issue. So we start with the present policy of prohibition. It's not working plain and simple.
The Reefer Madness Mentality is that consuming cannabis is wrong for everyone and that everyone who consume cannabis is abusing it. There is no known evidence to support either one of these claims. Fortunately, I believe there is evidence to prove there are responsible adults who use cannabis and not just for medicinal purposes but also for recreational use.
Yet, the government continues to waste billions on intimidation tactics in order to bully the people into believing that consuming cannabis is wrong for all the people. Now, I also believe that consuming cannabis is not the right choice for some people. There is evidence to suggest this to be true.
On the other side of the coin is the people who have given me the impression that cannabis is the cure-all for everything wrong in our society. I'm certain that we can solve a lot of issues with cannabis, but by no means will it solve everything.
There are those I believe who are pushing the medical use as a way to legally get high, I can hope I'm wrong on this. I kind of doubt it though, the bad apples in the bushel are making the good ones look rotten. These bad apples are the examples our government uses as the excuse for continuing this failed policy.
So, here we are with people in power who are abusing the power they have. While we have people who like to use cannabis but aren't responsible enough to see what they are doing to the movement for a competent and practical solution to this issue. In order to put an end to the Reefer Madness Mentality we the people have to help those who are irresponsible to be more responsible people. There is a time to consume and a place to consume. The idea of consuming anytime or anyplace has end.
So basically, there are issues on both sides that in my opinion is wrong. The compromise is we have to accept the truth and neither side seems to be willing consider it. Yes, I'm for the legalizing, regulating and taxing of cannabis for all purposes. I also believe in educating the people, accepting responsibility for ones actions and decisions.
The Reefer Madness Mentality is that consuming cannabis is wrong for everyone and that everyone who consume cannabis is abusing it. There is no known evidence to support either one of these claims. Fortunately, I believe there is evidence to prove there are responsible adults who use cannabis and not just for medicinal purposes but also for recreational use.
Yet, the government continues to waste billions on intimidation tactics in order to bully the people into believing that consuming cannabis is wrong for all the people. Now, I also believe that consuming cannabis is not the right choice for some people. There is evidence to suggest this to be true.
DEA Administrator Michele M. Leonhart wrote that she rejected the request because marijuana, like other Schedule I drugs, "has a high potential for abuse," "has no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States," and "lacks accepted safety for use under medical supervision." She wrote that "At this time, the known risks of marijuana use have not been shown to be outweighed by specific benefits in well-controlled clinical trials that scientifically evaluate safety and efficacy."
My problem with the concept of accepted medical use is pretty simple: If a product is not right for you, your body will react to it and it will cause additional health problems. This is not an acceptable source of medicine for you. If you consume a product and your body does absorbs it without the additional health problems then you have found an acceptable source of medicine.
On the other side of the coin is the people who have given me the impression that cannabis is the cure-all for everything wrong in our society. I'm certain that we can solve a lot of issues with cannabis, but by no means will it solve everything.
There are those I believe who are pushing the medical use as a way to legally get high, I can hope I'm wrong on this. I kind of doubt it though, the bad apples in the bushel are making the good ones look rotten. These bad apples are the examples our government uses as the excuse for continuing this failed policy.
So, here we are with people in power who are abusing the power they have. While we have people who like to use cannabis but aren't responsible enough to see what they are doing to the movement for a competent and practical solution to this issue. In order to put an end to the Reefer Madness Mentality we the people have to help those who are irresponsible to be more responsible people. There is a time to consume and a place to consume. The idea of consuming anytime or anyplace has end.
So basically, there are issues on both sides that in my opinion is wrong. The compromise is we have to accept the truth and neither side seems to be willing consider it. Yes, I'm for the legalizing, regulating and taxing of cannabis for all purposes. I also believe in educating the people, accepting responsibility for ones actions and decisions.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
The DEA and redeploying their services.
The Drug Enforcement Agency (commonly known as DEA) we have an unknown number of people employed by this government agency. They are suppose to be working for the people, not working for someone elses idea of what people should be. They are there and have been responsible for the defamation of character of so many good people with their continued effort to control the concept of what is acceptable. What is acceptable is of a personal nature and is up to the individual to discover for themselves. We are essentially different in all aspects of our lives. From our personal beliefs and opinions, desires and needs, and science has proven we are different in how we each react with what we consume.
So, we have to look at the products (alcohol, over the counter and prescription drugs) our government has claimed the responsibility of approving as the legal options for all the people. By claiming these products as the only legal options they are in fact stating these items are the right choice for everyone. Well, considering the amount of damages, number of deaths, the health problems, and social issues associated with them, you don't have to be a genius to see these aren't the right choices for some of the people. So I have to wonder how it's right to use threats of fines and/or incarceration in an attempt to intimidate people into believing cannabis is wrong for everyone to consume. There has been no known evidence it's wrong for all the people, just that it's the wrong for some people. Apparently this little fact is difficult for some to comprehend.
I know some people will not like this concept, but it's time to change our perspective and tactics.
So on with the decriminalizing of the illicit drugs as they are called by our government, who we employ.
Now to redeploy our employees to be of better use to the government and people of this nation. First, they are already in place so there won't be a need to relocate anyone or put more people in the unemployment line, we are just changing the status of their employment by focusing it in a different direction. Second, the direction is to save valuable revenue and to acquire more revenue in an acceptable fashion that doesn't dig into the taxpayers pockets that are stretched to their limits already.
This starts with those at the borders, they will continue to search for smuggled products. These officers will also be in charge of collecting the tariffs on the drugs coming in, if the drug cartels want to continue sending the drugs that are so profitable to them into the USA they have to pay a tariff this will cover the expenses of rehab clinics. Now we all know there will be those who attempt to smuggle drugs, they get one chance to declare them after that if they are found to be smuggling well all I can say is they've lost their drugs to the DEA who in turn have a list of people authorized to sell drugs in the USA. These retailers collect taxes but they are also able to bid on confiscated drugs.
There should be two levels of retailers one for cannabis, and another for cocaine and meth. With all the cocaine and meth coming into the states from Mexico these agents will need to conduct test for quality. The cocaine and meth being the primary concern for testing, but because of some questionable practices in the drug trade they should conduct testing on cannabis also. Me, personally I don't want my cannabis laced with anything, but I don't want people consuming poison that may kill them either. (I can't fathom why anyone would want to consume coke or meth, I just know some people are more susceptible to using them than other people are.) We do know enough about the harsher drugs and in testing the quality should be able to verify that they are in fact a safer form of poison.
As for the cannabis, again authorized retailers the same as with alcohol. One, there are people too lazy to grow their own and they would rather pay for it. You don't have to have a permit to make your own alcohol so don't expect me to pay for the right of growing my own. Two, it will be an additional tax base for the communities that are strapped for money. Three, it will stop the wasting of money in our courts, which can be used to raise the salaries of our officers. Plus saving space in the jails for the more dangerous and violent criminals.
And yes, common sense will tell you that people will abuse these drugs, look at the history of mankind we can't seem to stop our abusing nature. The amount of abuse will not be known for a few years but, I'm betting that by changing perspectives of drug abuse there will be less of it, along with more responsible users. People like choices and they really prefer to discover for themselves what is right for themselves individually. What's right for some the people isn't always right for all the people. Just remember more people die a year from eating peanuts than they do from consuming cannabis.
So, we have to look at the products (alcohol, over the counter and prescription drugs) our government has claimed the responsibility of approving as the legal options for all the people. By claiming these products as the only legal options they are in fact stating these items are the right choice for everyone. Well, considering the amount of damages, number of deaths, the health problems, and social issues associated with them, you don't have to be a genius to see these aren't the right choices for some of the people. So I have to wonder how it's right to use threats of fines and/or incarceration in an attempt to intimidate people into believing cannabis is wrong for everyone to consume. There has been no known evidence it's wrong for all the people, just that it's the wrong for some people. Apparently this little fact is difficult for some to comprehend.
I know some people will not like this concept, but it's time to change our perspective and tactics.
So on with the decriminalizing of the illicit drugs as they are called by our government, who we employ.
Now to redeploy our employees to be of better use to the government and people of this nation. First, they are already in place so there won't be a need to relocate anyone or put more people in the unemployment line, we are just changing the status of their employment by focusing it in a different direction. Second, the direction is to save valuable revenue and to acquire more revenue in an acceptable fashion that doesn't dig into the taxpayers pockets that are stretched to their limits already.
This starts with those at the borders, they will continue to search for smuggled products. These officers will also be in charge of collecting the tariffs on the drugs coming in, if the drug cartels want to continue sending the drugs that are so profitable to them into the USA they have to pay a tariff this will cover the expenses of rehab clinics. Now we all know there will be those who attempt to smuggle drugs, they get one chance to declare them after that if they are found to be smuggling well all I can say is they've lost their drugs to the DEA who in turn have a list of people authorized to sell drugs in the USA. These retailers collect taxes but they are also able to bid on confiscated drugs.
There should be two levels of retailers one for cannabis, and another for cocaine and meth. With all the cocaine and meth coming into the states from Mexico these agents will need to conduct test for quality. The cocaine and meth being the primary concern for testing, but because of some questionable practices in the drug trade they should conduct testing on cannabis also. Me, personally I don't want my cannabis laced with anything, but I don't want people consuming poison that may kill them either. (I can't fathom why anyone would want to consume coke or meth, I just know some people are more susceptible to using them than other people are.) We do know enough about the harsher drugs and in testing the quality should be able to verify that they are in fact a safer form of poison.
As for the cannabis, again authorized retailers the same as with alcohol. One, there are people too lazy to grow their own and they would rather pay for it. You don't have to have a permit to make your own alcohol so don't expect me to pay for the right of growing my own. Two, it will be an additional tax base for the communities that are strapped for money. Three, it will stop the wasting of money in our courts, which can be used to raise the salaries of our officers. Plus saving space in the jails for the more dangerous and violent criminals.
And yes, common sense will tell you that people will abuse these drugs, look at the history of mankind we can't seem to stop our abusing nature. The amount of abuse will not be known for a few years but, I'm betting that by changing perspectives of drug abuse there will be less of it, along with more responsible users. People like choices and they really prefer to discover for themselves what is right for themselves individually. What's right for some the people isn't always right for all the people. Just remember more people die a year from eating peanuts than they do from consuming cannabis.
Saturday, April 9, 2011
A Reading worth remembering.
Crime vs Common Sense
It seems crime is winning over basic common sense. This should be a wake up call to the legislators. Violent crime should be the priority of our laws first. In other words our citizenship should be defined by how we treat others in our communities, or whether we have the morals to accept responsibility for the damages and deaths caused by our actions and decisions.
It seems crime is winning over basic common sense. This should be a wake up call to the legislators. Violent crime should be the priority of our laws first. In other words our citizenship should be defined by how we treat others in our communities, or whether we have the morals to accept responsibility for the damages and deaths caused by our actions and decisions.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
US Launch of "Cannabis Policy: Moving Beyond Stalemate" | Stop the Drug War (DRCNet)
US Launch of "Cannabis Policy: Moving Beyond Stalemate" | Stop the Drug War (DRCNet)
Seems some people might consider opening their closed minds and get a little reading to improve their education.
Seems some people might consider opening their closed minds and get a little reading to improve their education.
The number 1 marijuana dealer in Lubbock county is off the streets - KCBD, NewsChannel 11 Lubbock |
The number 1 marijuana dealer in Lubbock county is off the streets - KCBD, NewsChannel 11 Lubbock |
The officer in this article stated the confiscated money will be used for training and equipment and the dealers they busted are paying for it, what they seem to forget is that their tax dollars are helping pay for the incarceration and upkeep on these people. So who is actually being punished.
The officer in this article stated the confiscated money will be used for training and equipment and the dealers they busted are paying for it, what they seem to forget is that their tax dollars are helping pay for the incarceration and upkeep on these people. So who is actually being punished.
Fannettsburg raids uncover marijuana crop - Chambersburg Public Opinion
Fannettsburg raids uncover marijuana crop - Chambersburg Public Opinion
It's funny they convict a guy for possession of marijuana he states it is a religious sacrament, send him to prison. Then charge him while in prison with running a grow operation from his cell.
Apparently someone has not figured out that prohibition has failed.
It's funny they convict a guy for possession of marijuana he states it is a religious sacrament, send him to prison. Then charge him while in prison with running a grow operation from his cell.
Apparently someone has not figured out that prohibition has failed.
Three men charged with felony possession of 400 pounds of suspected cannabis after they were arrested at a Romeoville hotel, police say. - chicagotribune.com
Three men charged with felony possession of 400 pounds of suspected cannabis after they were arrested at a Romeoville hotel, police say. - chicagotribune.com
I get the impression these three are of hispanic descent, a possible drug cartel relocation program.
I get the impression these three are of hispanic descent, a possible drug cartel relocation program.
The day the feds killed U.S. citizens | KansasCity.com Prime Buzz
The day the feds killed U.S. citizens | KansasCity.com Prime Buzz
The lengths our government will go to enforce their opinion of what's right.
The lengths our government will go to enforce their opinion of what's right.
Teacher Arrested And Charged With Trafficking Marijuana - WAAYTV.com - Huntsville, Alabama - News Weather, Sports |
Teacher Arrested And Charged With Trafficking Marijuana - WAAYTV.com - Huntsville, Alabama - News Weather, Sports |
This gives me the impression that our education system is not paying the teachers enough.
Even though I am against the prohibition of marijuana, I hope he wasn't distributing to minors. I would consider that as disrepectful and irresponsible.
This gives me the impression that our education system is not paying the teachers enough.
Even though I am against the prohibition of marijuana, I hope he wasn't distributing to minors. I would consider that as disrepectful and irresponsible.
Marijuana production grew by 35% in Mexico : News : KGBT 4
Marijuana production grew by 35% in Mexico : News : KGBT 4
Actually I am questioning the accuracy of this report.
1) How do they know this is accurate? Is our government in the pockets of the drug cartel to get this information?
2) What if this is more than actual? Are the people being intentionally misinformed to make it sound worse than it actually is?
3) What if this is less than actual? Doesn't that mean the drug cartels are doing a really good job of hiding their grows?
Actually I am questioning the accuracy of this report.
1) How do they know this is accurate? Is our government in the pockets of the drug cartel to get this information?
2) What if this is more than actual? Are the people being intentionally misinformed to make it sound worse than it actually is?
3) What if this is less than actual? Doesn't that mean the drug cartels are doing a really good job of hiding their grows?
Interesting week in Arkansas
I have been slightly busy these last couple of weeks with work showing signs of picking up and some of my own much needed home repairs taking up some time, it feels good to get back here to rant.
First, there were a few drug bust mainly involving meth, I really don't care if some one wants to fry their brains with that trash as long as they can be responsible users and they show some respect for others. Of those busts some were charged with intent to distribute, I pretty well compare that to the pharmaceutical companies who have influenced the government to approve the drugs they developed as safe, while knowing they are not as safe as they are implied to be.
Doctors are licensed to practice medicine, but we are the ones paying to participate in the chemical testing for profit.
I personally do not use any over the counter medications or prescription drugs.
1)I believe they violate the laws of God and nature, after all God in his wisdom has provided us with natural organic products to sustain our lives.
2)I believe as a consumer I should have the final say as to what extent I will accept, tolerate, and trust the advances of modern medical science.
3)If our elected officials are so adamantly sure they are right in their opinion as to what is to be acceptable then it shouldn't take a court of law to hold them accountable for that opinion or any damages and deaths associated with the products they claim to be the right choice and only choice for all people.
Second, a federal judge has issued a stay of execution for a convicted murderer, this is not closure for the family of his victim, I am conflicted about capitol punishment on one hand I think he deserves to die, on the other I think the worst punishment he could get is complete solitary confinement with no contact of any kind including his own family, no books, tv, exercise, he can sleep on the floor like an animal. This will put him in a position to think about his actions, and will most likely drive him insane.
Third, let's not forget the federal indictment of 31 people for questioning of a suspected drug trafficking ring. No charges were filed against any of these people at this time, so I am guessing that the feds hope that someone will incriminate themselves through this intimidation tactic.
First, there were a few drug bust mainly involving meth, I really don't care if some one wants to fry their brains with that trash as long as they can be responsible users and they show some respect for others. Of those busts some were charged with intent to distribute, I pretty well compare that to the pharmaceutical companies who have influenced the government to approve the drugs they developed as safe, while knowing they are not as safe as they are implied to be.
Doctors are licensed to practice medicine, but we are the ones paying to participate in the chemical testing for profit.
I personally do not use any over the counter medications or prescription drugs.
1)I believe they violate the laws of God and nature, after all God in his wisdom has provided us with natural organic products to sustain our lives.
2)I believe as a consumer I should have the final say as to what extent I will accept, tolerate, and trust the advances of modern medical science.
3)If our elected officials are so adamantly sure they are right in their opinion as to what is to be acceptable then it shouldn't take a court of law to hold them accountable for that opinion or any damages and deaths associated with the products they claim to be the right choice and only choice for all people.
Second, a federal judge has issued a stay of execution for a convicted murderer, this is not closure for the family of his victim, I am conflicted about capitol punishment on one hand I think he deserves to die, on the other I think the worst punishment he could get is complete solitary confinement with no contact of any kind including his own family, no books, tv, exercise, he can sleep on the floor like an animal. This will put him in a position to think about his actions, and will most likely drive him insane.
Third, let's not forget the federal indictment of 31 people for questioning of a suspected drug trafficking ring. No charges were filed against any of these people at this time, so I am guessing that the feds hope that someone will incriminate themselves through this intimidation tactic.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Latin America: Mexico Drug War Update | Stop the Drug War (DRCNet)
Latin America: Mexico Drug War Update | Stop the Drug War (DRCNet)
Yes, this war on drugs is killing a lot of people. Might want to take a good look at the success of Portugal's policy.
I have to question why the only people dying from what I call a war on marijuana, are sometimes innocent bystanders? But, for the most part it's drug cartel members, or law enforcement officers and politicians.
Yes, this war on drugs is killing a lot of people. Might want to take a good look at the success of Portugal's policy.
I have to question why the only people dying from what I call a war on marijuana, are sometimes innocent bystanders? But, for the most part it's drug cartel members, or law enforcement officers and politicians.
Friday, February 26, 2010
D.A.R.E.
D.A.R.E.
Drug Abuse Resistance Education
What is an education worth if this program continues to intentionally mislead and misinform the public? If it continues to influence the children to ignore basic common sense, the history of mankind, the sciences that prove we are all different in every aspect of life? Including the fact the fact that each person is affected differently by what we consume?
Drug Abuse Resistance Education
What is an education worth if this program continues to intentionally mislead and misinform the public? If it continues to influence the children to ignore basic common sense, the history of mankind, the sciences that prove we are all different in every aspect of life? Including the fact the fact that each person is affected differently by what we consume?
No Child Left Behind - ED.gov
No Child Left Behind - ED.gov
I went here to try a discover the purpose of this act. It has opened a door for me to question a few concepts about our education system and the laws of the people.
1) Who has the right to take responsibility of deciding what is acceptable to learn?
2) Can our government deny people the ability to learn?
3) Should people be required to get a permit to learn about something even though others don't approve of it?
4) Can the government morally treat people like criminals for trying to disprove suspected rumors?
I went here to try a discover the purpose of this act. It has opened a door for me to question a few concepts about our education system and the laws of the people.
1) Who has the right to take responsibility of deciding what is acceptable to learn?
2) Can our government deny people the ability to learn?
3) Should people be required to get a permit to learn about something even though others don't approve of it?
4) Can the government morally treat people like criminals for trying to disprove suspected rumors?
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Kathryn Johnston
Kathryn Johnston
This is a perfect example why the drug laws should be re-evaluated, a lack of a proper investigation in this case by the police. We have over zealous officers, followed by an elder woman's death at the hands of law enforcement, then an attempted cover-up, now we have three officers lives ruined unnecessarily.
All because of a law that defines a person citizenship based on what they possess, not by how they treat their fellow citizens.
This is a perfect example why the drug laws should be re-evaluated, a lack of a proper investigation in this case by the police. We have over zealous officers, followed by an elder woman's death at the hands of law enforcement, then an attempted cover-up, now we have three officers lives ruined unnecessarily.
All because of a law that defines a person citizenship based on what they possess, not by how they treat their fellow citizens.
Truckload of marijuana goes up in smoke
Truckload of marijuana goes up in smoke - UPI.com
This is amazing, actually it didn't go up in smoke it's kind of did a disappearing act while in transit. Should recommend this for a Vegas magicians act.
My favorite part of this is:
Sources said the officers saw several vehicles pull up to the tractor-trailer parked in Louisville, leave, come back, then leave again.
I hate to say this, but I get the impression it was an inside job. Possibly an example of our finest LEO confronting too much temptation.
This is amazing, actually it didn't go up in smoke it's kind of did a disappearing act while in transit. Should recommend this for a Vegas magicians act.
My favorite part of this is:
Sources said the officers saw several vehicles pull up to the tractor-trailer parked in Louisville, leave, come back, then leave again.
I hate to say this, but I get the impression it was an inside job. Possibly an example of our finest LEO confronting too much temptation.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Drug smugglers’ creativity grows
Drug smugglers’ creativity grows - SignOnSanDiego.com
I have this idea legalize and regulate let's do some math.
In the state of Arkansas on average it cost $22,000 a year to incarcerate criminals. This goes up as they age due to medical problems.
This report mentioned a shipment of 3,800 pounds found in a truckload of produce.
3,800 pounds @ 16 ounces = 60,800 ounces
60,800 ounces if taxed @ $50.00 each = $3,040,000 of revenue
As I said legalize and regulate, this will solve quite a few different problems:
1) It will quit wasting taxpayers money on housing non-violent people as criminals.
2) Will add revenue to the states coffers.
3) It will decrease the amount of violence in Mexico. Making it safer for people to go on a vacation out of the country.
4) It will give some people faith in our government. (This present program makes me wonder if our leaders are in the pockets of the drug cartels somehow)
5) It will lower the prices of the so called illicit drugs.
Now by legalizing and regulating the market we can treat it like the produce that the cartels are stashing their supply in. Put a tariff on it, if the cartels don't pay the tariff confiscate and auction it to approved dispensaries, this will give additional revenue to the government not once but twice.
For 40 years we have lived with the control substance act our leaders are of the opinion that this is the right course of action, this opinion has continued to be a proven failure we have tried it their way now it's time they listen to the people and try a different way.
I have this idea legalize and regulate let's do some math.
In the state of Arkansas on average it cost $22,000 a year to incarcerate criminals. This goes up as they age due to medical problems.
This report mentioned a shipment of 3,800 pounds found in a truckload of produce.
3,800 pounds @ 16 ounces = 60,800 ounces
60,800 ounces if taxed @ $50.00 each = $3,040,000 of revenue
As I said legalize and regulate, this will solve quite a few different problems:
1) It will quit wasting taxpayers money on housing non-violent people as criminals.
2) Will add revenue to the states coffers.
3) It will decrease the amount of violence in Mexico. Making it safer for people to go on a vacation out of the country.
4) It will give some people faith in our government. (This present program makes me wonder if our leaders are in the pockets of the drug cartels somehow)
5) It will lower the prices of the so called illicit drugs.
Now by legalizing and regulating the market we can treat it like the produce that the cartels are stashing their supply in. Put a tariff on it, if the cartels don't pay the tariff confiscate and auction it to approved dispensaries, this will give additional revenue to the government not once but twice.
For 40 years we have lived with the control substance act our leaders are of the opinion that this is the right course of action, this opinion has continued to be a proven failure we have tried it their way now it's time they listen to the people and try a different way.
126 lbs Of Marijuana Seized At San Clemente Check Point
126 lbs Of Marijuana Seized At San Clemente Check Point - San Diego News Story - KGTV San Diego
All I can say is do the math.
126 lbs. @ 16 ounces = 2016 ounces
2016 ounces if taxed @ $50.00 = $100,800 in revenue
$100,800 @ 55 weeks a year = $5,544,000
I am willing to bet that figure should be multiplied by 10 to give you a more accurate consumption in the state of Arkansas.
That would be $55,440,000, then add the savings from not incarcerating people for possession, cultivation and trafficing. Plus the court fees.
All I can say is do the math.
126 lbs. @ 16 ounces = 2016 ounces
2016 ounces if taxed @ $50.00 = $100,800 in revenue
$100,800 @ 55 weeks a year = $5,544,000
I am willing to bet that figure should be multiplied by 10 to give you a more accurate consumption in the state of Arkansas.
That would be $55,440,000, then add the savings from not incarcerating people for possession, cultivation and trafficing. Plus the court fees.
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