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Alcohol Is More Than Twice As Harmful As Marijuana: Study
Alcohol causes far more damage to users and to society than does the use of marijuana, according to a new study published online in the Journal of Psychopharmacology, the journal of the British Association of Psychopharmacology.www.tokeofthetown.com
Weed at Colleges (PIC)
The recreational use of marijuana started long ago. The first reference to cannabis as a psychoactive agent dates to 2727 B.C.www.atbreak.com
Feds Will Study Only ‘Negative Consequences,’ Not Medical Pot
This is the federal government’s marijuana mindset, in a nutshell: That any use of marijuana is by definition “abuse”; therefore, we’ll study only “negative consequences” and not medical benefits.www.tokeofthetown.com
2 Years Later, MI Medical Marijuana in Still Has Huge Support
A new poll found that 61 percent of Michigan voters said they would vote yes again or would be likely to vote yes. Support for 2008’s Proposal 1, legalizing the possession and use of marijuana for medical reasons, was 62.6 percent statewide.www.tokeoft…
Washington Medical Marijuana Law Needs Fixing | NEWS JUNKIE POST
[caption id=attachment_27703 align=aligncenter width=470 caption=Photo: The Fresh Scent][/caption] More than 12 years after Washington state voters approved the use of marijuana for medical purposes for those who had terminal or debilitating illnesses …
Germany plans to legalize medical marijuana.
Posted by admin in World News on August 20, 2010
The German health ministry has announced plans to legalize medical use of marijuana, prompting praise from advocates for patients with chronic pain and terminal illnesses.www.dw-world.de
California Pot Initiative (Prop. 19) Still Leading In Latest
Posted by admin in Arts & Culture on August 18, 2010
A majority of Californians continue to voice their support for Prop. 19 — which would eliminate penalties for the private possession and use of marijuana by adults, and allow local governments to regulate retail cannabis production and sales.blogs.al…
Adults See Alcohol, Cigarettes Riskier Than Marijuana
Posted by admin in Political News on August 5, 2010
Americans view alcohol and cigarettes as more dangerous than marijuana.
A new Rasmussen Reports telephone survey finds that just 17% of Adults rate use of marijuana as riskier than drinking alcohol. Fifty percent (50%) say alcohol is more dangerous, w…
Adults See Alcohol, Cigarettes Riskier Than Marijuana
Americans view alcohol and cigarettes as more dangerous than marijuana.\r\n\r\nA new Rasmussen Reports telephone survey finds that just 17% of Adults rate use of marijuana as riskier than drinking alcohol. Fifty percent (50%) say alcohol is more da…
Marijuana Use Seldom Associated With Emergency Room Visits,
Lifetime use of marijuana is rarely associated with emergency room visits, according to an analysis of epidemiologic survey data published online by the American Journal of Emergency Medicine.blogs.alternet.org
Marijuana vs. Alcohol: 25 Enlightening Studies & Infographic
One of the controversies in public health right now is that surrounding the use of marijuana. While it is true that marijuana is a mind altering substance, it is also true that there are legal substances that also affect the mind. One of those that com…
California NAACP backs marijuana ballot measure
Posted by admin in Political News on June 30, 2010
The California NAACP has endorsed a November ballot measure to legalize adult recreational use of marijuana, calling the measure a civil rights issue because blacks have a disproportionate number of arrests for…www.sfgate.com
NPR: “Do Looser Laws Make Pot More Popular? Not So Far”
Posted by admin in Political News on June 14, 2010
For decades, proponents of marijuana prohibition have argued that the enactment of cannabis decriminalization or legalization — or in some cases, just the mere act of talking about legalization — will adversely impact the public’s use of marijuan…
Washington State Favors Marijuana Legalization 52% to 35% |
Posted by admin in World News on June 4, 2010
According to the poll of 1,252 registered voters conducted last month, 52% in Washington State support “removing state civil and criminal penalties for possession or use of marijuana,” with only 35% opposed. The poll’s release did not indicate the position of the other 13%.
Washington State Favors Marijuana Legalization 52% to 35%
Posted by admin in Political Opinion on June 2, 2010
A poll released last week by The Washington Poll, a quarterly, nonpartisan effort by the University of Washington, shows that Washington State residents support an initiative that would legalize the possession and use of marijuana.
Majority Of Western Voters, Californians, Back Legalization
Posted by admin in Political News on April 22, 2010
A majority of west coast voters, and Californians specifically, believe that the adult use of marijuana should be legal, according to the results of a pair of polls conducted on behalf of CBS News.
Could Legalizing Marijuana Solve California’s Deficit? (Pic)
Posted by admin in Political Opinion on April 20, 2010
With a bill to legalize marijuana on the November California ballot, the controversy over the prohibition has reached a new high. Supporters see the potential tax revenues as a solution to the state’s mounting budget crisis, while those against argue that the increased use of marijuana will bring with it additional health care costs that far out…
Two California Counties Nix Marijuana ID Cards
Fourteen years after Californians voted to legalize the medicinal use of marijuana, two counties — in violation of state law — are still refusing to issue official identification cards to cannabis patients.
California Could Legalize Pot in November
Posted by admin in Travel & Places on March 25, 2010
When California voters head to the polls in November, they will decide whether the state will make history again – this time by legalizing the recreational use of marijuana for adults.
Marijuana vs Tobacco in America a State by State Infographic
Smoking marijuana was outlawed for the longest time and in the recent years, several states have come to realize there are in fact medical benefits with the herb. To date, there are 14 states who allow the use of marijuana. Now it’s time to put out that butt and smoke a bud!
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