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BLUE_CHIP
I'd quite like ur oppinion on whether drugs should be shunned.
Cannabis in particlular.
Cannabis in particlular.
If that were true, why hasn't that industry taken off in the Netherlands? We could transport the product all over the world and almost have a monopoly.. should I send a telegram to the Queen and start a campaign?Originally posted by Kerrie
Part of the reason cannabis has remained illegal for recreational use is because of the wood, cotton and oil industries...if you legalize the plant for recreational use, all kinds of industries can utilize hemp for paper goods, clothing and fabrics, and the hemp seed can be used for fuel...
see this link with this amazing quote from our first president of the united states:
http://www.cannabis.com/untoldstory/hemp_2.shtml
Originally posted by Monique
If that were true, why hasn't that industry taken off in the Netherlands? We could transport the product all over the world and almost have a monopoly.. should I send a telegram to the Queen and start a campaign?
Then where are you going to grow the flowers?Originally posted by Monique
If that were true, why hasn't that industry taken off in the Netherlands? We could transport the product all over the world and almost have a monopoly.. should I send a telegram to the Queen and start a campaign?
From experiance, (Not hypocracy) YES!Originally posted by BLUE_CHIP
I'd quite like ur oppinion on whether drugs should be shunned.
Cannabis in particlular.
Holland is all agricultural, so lots of fields to grow the stuff. How much cotton, paper and oil we import? Why? anyway.. I guess it is more profitable to export flowers than raw material to make paper, especially with electronics taking overOriginally posted by Kerrie
how much of your land is used for farming, and how much cotton, paper and oil do you import? also monique, read my link and you will see the history of hemp, it was huge here in america from the 1700's to the early 20th century...
Originally posted by tribdog
Cannibis would never be legalized if I ran the world. I'd rather see speed become legal before cannibis. The main reason I feel this way is because I hate talking to people who are high. Smoking marijuana makes you a moron. Laughing at stupid stuff, can't answer a question. I've done every kind of drug there is, some of them 1000s of times, and if you looked at how my life is you'd never want to do drugs. I'm a homeless bum, I live behind the library in a sleeping bag. I've been stabbed in the neck over a bad drug deal. I have nothing and everything wrong with my life is a result of drugs. I haven't done any drugs in quite a while-about a year- but the damage to my life is already done.
Maybe I am, I screwed up my own life the drugs didn't do it for me. HOwever if I had never done drugs my life wouldn't be screwed up like it is.Originally posted by Kerrie
no offense trib, but that's like saying a spoon causes obesity and guns cause crime...
Originally posted by Kerrie
the moral stigma that marijuana has is because the american government has made it illegal and their ads of portraying marijuana as a stupid drug has many convinced...of course, they don't do this with alcohol except for the drinking and driving aspects...but i have known people to do far stupider acts while intoxicated with alcohol then marijuana...
Originally posted by tribdog
Maybe I am, I screwed up my own life the drugs didn't do it for me. HOwever if I had never done drugs my life wouldn't be screwed up like it is.
I won't try to force my morality on anyone, but I've seen enough things to convince me that drugs are bad news. I've pulled a knife out of my neck and bled to death on a dirty floor and the only reason for it was drug related.
Ditto.Originally posted by kyleb
ya you were dealing with a drug dealer who had a criminal mentality. if it were legal you could have picked up your pot at a local smokeshop and not had to worry about any knife welding delinquents.
criminalizing victimless crimes only leads to providing criminals with more opportunities to victimize people, this main reason i think that drugs should be legal.
I've heard that argument a lot and I don't buy it. To me its like the Detroit 80mpg carburator conspiracy theory.Originally posted by Kerrie
Part of the reason cannabis has remained illegal for recreational use is because of the wood, cotton and oil industries...if you legalize the plant for recreational use, all kinds of industries can utilize hemp for paper goods, clothing and fabrics, and the hemp seed can be used for fuel...[/URL]
They don't call it a "stupid drug" because of its acute effects, they call it a "stupid drug" because of its chronic effects. Thats what separates it from alchohol.the moral stigma that marijuana has is because the american government has made it illegal and their ads of portraying marijuana as a stupid drug has many convinced...of course, they don't do this with alcohol except for the drinking and driving aspects...but i have known people to do far stupider acts while intoxicated with alcohol then marijuana...
I'd rather have stupid people walking around than aggressive due to alcohol intoxication..
Originally posted by russ_watters
I've heard that argument a lot and I don't buy it. To me its like the Detroit 80mpg carburator conspiracy theory. They don't call it a "stupid drug" because of its acute effects, they call it a "stupid drug" because of its chronic effects. Thats what separates it from alchohol.
All that said, I'm a big believer in freedom, so I'm fairly ambivalent about keeping it illegal. The government does need to crack the whip on cigarette companies though.
Originally posted by kyleb
ya you were dealing with a drug dealer who had a criminal mentality. if it were legal you could have picked up your pot at a local smokeshop and not had to worry about any knife welding delinquents.
criminalizing victimless crimes only leads to providing criminals with more opportunities to victimize people, this main reason i think that drugs should be legal.
So, clearly, you are FOR criminalizing Both, Alcohol and cigarettes, right?Originally posted by tribdog
No I was dealing with an addict who wanted what I had. Legalizing addictive drugs will lead to more people taking the drug which will lead to more addicts. Some addicts don't care where the drug is sold, they will do whatever it takes to get it. The more people who become addicted the more people who will become that kind of addict.
Actually Ì was àrguing against the legalization of drugs not the criminalization of anything, there is a difference. And don't tell me that alcohol and nicotine are drugs too. That's the argument of someone who just doesn't understand how some people handle addiction. I've never met someone offering blow jobs for a pack of Marlboros.Originally posted by Mr. Robin Parsons
So, clearly, you are FOR criminalizing Both, Alcohol and cigarettes, right?
is clearly then misleading, as for the rest of your last post...Originally posted by tribdog
(SNIP)"...Legalizing addictive drugs..." (SNoP)
HUH?Originally posted by tribdog
Actually Ì was àrguing against the legalization of drugs not the criminalization of anything, there is a difference. Not really anti-legalization = Status quo = criminal! And don't tell me that alcohol and nicotine are drugs too. Why not? they are! That's the argument of someone who just doesn't understand how some people handle addiction. Funny, by Gods Grace I have successfully quit BOTH alcohol and DRUGS, and your gonna tell me about it, right? I've never met someone offering blow jobs for a pack of Marlboros. Obviously you just don't get around enough, really obvious considering my present living arrangements...
I'm one of the most apathetic people around and I really don't care if they legalize drugs, or criminalize alcohol and cigarettes, I just think it is a bad idea to do either. So we shouldn't even attempt to talk about potential remedies, or situations, that can be arranged, that might actually help addicts to quit...let me put it this way...If you DO NOT CARE why the heck are you posting?
As a scientist, my opinion on cannabis is based on scientific evidence and research. While cannabis has been used for medicinal and recreational purposes for centuries, there is still much we do not know about its effects on the body and mind. Therefore, my opinion is that more research is needed to fully understand the potential benefits and risks of cannabis use.
The answer to this question is not straightforward. While there is evidence that cannabis can have medicinal benefits for certain conditions, such as chronic pain and epilepsy, it can also have negative effects on mental health and cognitive function. The potential harm or benefit of cannabis use depends on various factors, including the individual's age, health status, and frequency of use.
There is still ongoing research on the long-term effects of cannabis use. Some studies have shown that chronic use of cannabis can lead to cognitive impairments, respiratory issues, and potential addiction. However, these effects may vary depending on the individual and their patterns of use. More research is needed to fully understand the long-term effects of cannabis use.
The idea that cannabis use leads to the use of harder drugs has been a topic of debate for many years. While there is evidence that suggests a correlation between cannabis use and the use of other drugs, it is not clear if cannabis is a direct cause of later drug use. Other factors, such as individual characteristics and environmental influences, may play a role in drug use progression.
The legalization of cannabis is a complex issue that involves various social, political, and economic considerations. As a scientist, I believe that any decision regarding the legalization of cannabis should be based on scientific evidence and research. It is important to carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of legalization and to implement regulations to ensure safe and responsible use.