Marijuana use legal, Feds will not prosecute

[Pete Zicato]

A recent study seems to show that marijuana induces remission in Crohn's disease. Not just alleviation of pain, but a significant reduction in symptoms.

I never did drugs as a youngster - I never saw the need as I am satisfied with reality. But anything that reduces the affect of this disease will probably help me live a bit longer.

I'll wait for other studies before jumping on the bandwagon. But I have a question for you all. The study says that they smoked twice a day for eight weeks. What affect, if any, is that likely to have on my cognition, ambition, etc.?

[Flint]

Originally Posted by Pete Zicato

A recent study seems to show that marijuana induces remission in Crohn's disease. Not just alleviation of pain, but a significant reduction in symptoms.

I never did drugs as a youngster - I never saw the need as I am satisfied with reality. But anything that reduces the affect of this disease will probably help me live a bit longer.

I'll wait for other studies before jumping on the bandwagon. But I have a question for you all. The study says that they smoked twice a day for eight weeks. What affect, if any, is that likely to have on my cognition, ambition, etc.?

It varies from individual to individual from anywhere to 'like a glass of red wine' to 'like a handful of uppers' (the latter in my case). Keep in mind also that you will develop a resistance where the effects are diminished over time.

Similar story to your own, my 'country Uncle' (who had always thought of pot-smokers as long haired scumbag losers) was encouraged by his doctor is rural Texas to try this 'alternative medicine' solution--to lessen some chronic symptoms he was living with. He is a major proponent now, and that's a big deal. Because he was totally anti, before.

[Gravdigr]

Originally Posted by Pete Zicato

What affect, if any, is that likely to have on my cognition, ambition, etc.?

If you're the type that just sits around anyway, you'll find it'll be easier, much easier to do that.

If you're the type that's always got something going on, always got an iron in a fire somewhere, you'll find it'll be easier to do that, too. Probably.

Everyone reacts differently, of course.

You will have an increased appetite, especially for really good stuff, you know, junk food, munchies, that sort of thing. I find that I cook larger, more complicated meals when I'm high.

And, oh, the plans you'll make. You might not carry any of them out, but, oh, the plans!

[maineiac04631]

Originally Posted by Pete Zicato

A recent study seems to show that marijuana induces remission in Crohn's disease. Not just alleviation of pain, but a significant reduction in symptoms.

I never did drugs as a youngster - I never saw the need as I am satisfied with reality. But anything that reduces the affect of this disease will probably help me live a bit longer.

I'll wait for other studies before jumping on the bandwagon. But I have a question for you all. The study says that they smoked twice a day for eight weeks. What affect, if any, is that likely to have on my cognition, ambition, etc.?

I discovered this "cure" by accident in 1989, totally changed my life, no pain or fatigue and I was able to live a normal life since. After almost 25 years of smoking I have only missed a few days of work, going several years with sick time left over. I don't feel "dumb" or "lazy" but that could be because I never smoked more than I absolutely needed to. Marijuana for me had been less harmful than the drugs I got from big pharma, mainly opiates and steroids.

[Pete Zicato]

Originally Posted by maineiac04631

…I don't feel "dumb" or "lazy" but that could be because I never smoked more than I absolutely needed to.

Crohn's or UC?

How much did it take to get your symptoms under control?

[richlevy]

I think that this is a good reason for decriminalization. If we look at alcohol prohibition, it was doomed to failure because a broad segment of the population ignored it, including at least one sitting president. I do not believe that the laws against alcohol were anywhere near as damaging as those against marijauna. which can affect the entire future of a young adult. Add to that drug testing, which can stigmatize individuals, sometimes by error. I really believe that if drug laws were blindly enforced, with no regard for race, social position, wealth, decriminalization would have occurred long ago.

So we now have a dual system where middle and upper class white kids are treated differently, including having the ability to experiment on college campuses relatively free from police oversight.

I'm still amazed at the number of conservatives who bitch about $5000 per year worth of welfare or other social benefits but are ok with $20000 to $30000 in per capita prison costs.

[Undertoad]

Originally Posted by BigV

What is the federal penalty for possession of one ounce of marijuana anyway?

This penalty is set by state laws. In Radar Constitutional theory, it should not apply to Federal matters, unless you cross state lines, email or phone somebody about it, or (for some reason) actually attempt to open a pharmacy in a legal state. The Feds' announcement is that they won't interfere with state laws. That means nothing to you and me.

A state-by-state list of the laws is found here.

[Griff]

Originally Posted by BigV

Kind of like how the cops can but don't arrest you for driving one mile per hour over the posted speed limit. What is the federal penalty for possession of one ounce of marijuana anyway? Be unimpressed, it is still a big deal announcement, a public announcement by the federal government. Despite your cynicism, you rely on the government to keep its word. That's why scandals like the nsa's extralegal spying is such a scandal in the first place. Because they do something they said they wouldn't do.

Regardless, you and I have no defense against being swept up, dope or no dope, witness stop and frisk. We just hope and expect them to respect our wishes and keep their word.

Its not like the DEA is mining the NSA surveillance for drug information or people are getting fired for casual use...

[MMS]

Hi everyone I am new here. I found this topic being discussed and wanted to share what I have started to help in this movement. I built this site:
www.medicalmarijuanastore.org to help people locate medicine and qualified doctors.

We post news, high quality strain pictures, and so much more on our Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/mms.hangout

This is a shout out to try and get the word out. Thank you to anyone who takes a few minutes to look and those who get involved.

[BigV]

Originally Posted by MMS

Hi everyone I am new here. I found this topic being discussed and wanted to share what I have started to help in this movement. I built this site:
www.medicalmarijuanastore.org to help people locate medicine and qualified doctors.

We post news, high quality strain pictures, and so much more on our Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/mms.hangout

This is a shout out to try and get the word out. Thank you to anyone who takes a few minutes to look and those who get involved.

Welcome to the cellar MMS.

I'm interested in this subject, and I'll be following developments here and in the news.

Just a note about the cellar, there's a pretty low tolerance here for self promotion like your links in your initial post. Factual on point citations are always welcome, and that appears to be why yours were permitted. Thanks for the info. Other than that, I think you'll find the discussion here *very* lightly moderated.

Again, welcome.

[Undertoad]

It varies from individual to individual from anywhere to 'like a glass of red wine' to 'like a handful of uppers' (the latter in my case).

It also varies greatly by strain and potency. There are "uppy-buzzy anxiety-producing" strains and "couch-lock narcotic watch TV all day" strains, and the medical uses for each vary greatly. (Consult your physician -- and you will find that s/he doesn't know about that.)

[Flint]

Originally Posted by Undertoad

It also varies greatly by strain and potency. There are "uppy-buzzy anxiety-producing" strains and "couch-lock narcotic watch TV all day" strains, and the medical uses for each vary greatly. (Consult your physician -- and you will find that s/he doesn't know about that.)

There's a great video on YouTube of a LEAP (law enforcement against prohibition) explaining why the 'super potent stuff' is more prevalent on the market today. Basically, if you have prohibition and illegal traffic, the bootleggers will get more profit from a barrel of whiskey than a barrel of beer.

My recommendation is, if you're going to do the stuff, ask for 'Mexican schwag' --i.e. what pot was in the 70s.

[Gravdigr]

Possession of a firearm during a drug offense gets the feds' attn. Minimum/mandatory 1st offense: 5 yrs/fed pen. I think you add five for each subsequent drug/firearm offense.

ETA: I almost spent several yrs in PA, but, got lucky and got put somewhere closer to home.

[Gravdigr]

If you do it, do it right.

Ask for the diggity-dank.

[infinite monkey]

'ere...

As to ambition: you'll probably never make astronaut like you'd hoped, but you'll probably be ok.

wish ohio would ketchup. sick of 50 buck ragweed.