tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.comments2023-06-08T19:23:40.489+10:00Legalize Cannabis in Australia and End ProhibitionCannabis Manhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15723940447330408569noreply@blogger.comBlogger178125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-79993236030198011402014-11-08T16:01:39.906+11:002014-11-08T16:01:39.906+11:00People don't sign because Australians are esse...People don't sign because Australians are essentially lazy people; far more so in politics (and when ethics are on the line). Unlike nations with strong democratic elements, we have no initiative system to bypass the politicians when they are in the wrong. We seriously need a TRUE people sponsored initiative system to get changes onto our ballots. <br /><br />But that would mean admitting the fact that the Westminster system is flawed. pouir system :<br /><br /><br /> allows political parties to ORDER the 'members in parliament' to vote a certain way (which is anti democracy) and even lets the engage in blackmail to enforce this<br /><br />makes it impossible to have a nature conversations in government (cooperation) because the party system automatically keeps people at one another's throats<br /><br />places the people who run a party (day to day in the parties offices, those who take cash from major party donors) essentially in charge of party policy. Refusing to cooperate can get an elected leader tossed out.|<br /><br />All this makes 'showing up' for parliament useless, as the direction of a given vote is nearly always a certainly on part lines (based on policies that come form the unelected). Our officials, all but the most senior ones, could all just stay home. Their opinions are meaningless. Just make a box on each bill and call up the Libs and Labor people, one phone call to each party. Only the minor parties parliamentarians really get to choose. The rest vote according to party lies (are forced to) so often that they could just stay home.<br /><br />The entire system was also designed to keep power away from average people.... while deceiving them into the belief that they have a voice.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-33325424307083284322014-10-30T12:58:49.427+11:002014-10-30T12:58:49.427+11:00Such great news! We're glad Australia is on it...Such great news! We're glad Australia is on its way in moving forward. It's time to legalise.<br />Thanks for the post!CannabisMattershttp://cannabismatters.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-43299336645251135392014-10-02T01:11:38.205+10:002014-10-02T01:11:38.205+10:00I have read most comments and can not ad any diffe...I have read most comments and can not ad any different. <br />Yes, legalise marijuana.<br /><br />In order to approach government it would help if you had a list of supporters. I suggest you provide a form we can fill out that will keep us anonymous for obvious reasons. <br /><br />For example: <br />We the undersigned....etc...<br />First name, general location, age, sex, years of use, occupation. <br /><br />Print it and send it to government reps. It may help if they saw how many people are on it.<br />Good luck from 66 yo returned serviceman.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-35224200551983032072013-12-22T12:22:58.563+11:002013-12-22T12:22:58.563+11:00I am 29, and suffering from severe arthritis in th...I am 29, and suffering from severe arthritis in the feet, legs, hips and lower back, caused by damage from sustained at work, which again is caused by laws that do not govern my profession properly. The motto is: "Do your work or we'll find someone who will". As I explained my condition to my employer, I got fired. He didn't want to be liable of any damages caused to my health, as an insurance claim would "taint his image" and cause "problems".<br />I am in addition taking stomach medication, as I have damaged my stomach lining with recommended anti inflammatory medication and pain killers which I took to manage my pain and function to the best of my capabilities.<br />I am now unable to take the medication, thus I experience the arthritic pain more severely than ever. I am unable to work in my profession, as I am unable to stand for extended periods of time, or bend my joints without severe pain that causes poor work performance. I do not receive any government funding despite my partial disability/inability to work due to illness, because under current legislation, I do not even qualify for it, as the department of human services essentially said I could "find another job elsewhere". I try to work temp jobs here and there but it is hard to find stable work outside my field of education, especially with a disability, as nobody seems to want to "hire a cripple" for similar reasons that have led to my initial employment termination. <br /><br />For a long time I have smoked cannabis in order to cope with the pain and its effects, however got raided, found to be in possession of a small quantity under 2 grams, which has gotten me in legal trouble. As a result of this I stopped smoking cannabis in order to prevent another raid, which could result in me having a criminal record. Ever since I ceased smoking cannabis, the pain, and the psychological effects of my medical condition have become worse and worse, as I've become more and more depressed over the awareness that I'm a burden to my loved ones and friends, costing money and time as I'm unable to do a lot of things by myself. <br />I am waiting for surgeries, which could be a matter of years, to improve my condition, as I at least have a chronic illness treatment plan through Medicare, which is however not sufficient. <br /><br />Bottom line is, I'm too young to qualify for proper government support, advanced surgeries, and most certainly too young to be a non functioning burden. The bit of help that didn't cause me health issues, the bit that didn't require me to take anti depressants and anti anxiety medication, and the bit that brought me at least a bit of joy into my life, has been taken from me, out of fear of becoming a "criminal".<br />I am in a state where the medication I take turns me into a zombie, unable to think, unable to even operate a motor vehicle to buy food for myself, with what little money I have. <br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-6264174437687652013-12-21T15:25:17.571+11:002013-12-21T15:25:17.571+11:00Hi to yall out there
I'm new to this site have...Hi to yall out there<br />I'm new to this site have only just found you. Thank you so much for the information. <br />I am an epileptic & have been since i was 11. I have been taking medication (Epilem & lamictal) for such a long time its now starting to take its toll with some of its side effects. I have searched for more natural things, coconut oil, blackstrap molasses. I take them but am still scared to come off the meds as i been relying on them for so long. I would love some information on the medical marijuana / oil. More so is there some one out there that i contact to talk to. I'm sorry if i'm so forward as i'm new to this blog but my meds have really started to bug me on lots o levels not just mine but my families.<br />I have been a big advocator for marijuana on all levels.<br /><br />Thanks for you time looking forward to hearing from some bodyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-66052927543729851872013-11-04T14:53:31.448+11:002013-11-04T14:53:31.448+11:00yes we cannabis australia<a href="http://www.redbubble.com/people/ozlat/works/11047151-yes-we-cannabis-australia" rel="nofollow">yes we cannabis australia</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-55222090555263744892013-09-23T14:30:11.497+10:002013-09-23T14:30:11.497+10:00I voted for the Hemp Party and would like to know ...I voted for the Hemp Party and would like to know if they gave their preferences to anyone and if they did, who did they give them to?<br />Hope we do better next time around.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-27323079290579371492013-08-29T15:23:16.307+10:002013-08-29T15:23:16.307+10:00You should update your page now - Federal Election...You should update your page now - Federal Election is September 7th. Let's not pull a Simpsons Medicinal Marijuana episode and get the day wrong now :)<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-1228118110070504182013-08-22T15:02:04.267+10:002013-08-22T15:02:04.267+10:00No one has ever died from marijuana use...there ha...No one has ever died from marijuana use...there has always been somthing else in the system of the person. It is an amazing natural medication and an amazing natural resource...its just a shame anyone in power is too stupid to see whats right in front of their faces! LEGALIZE MARIJUANA!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-87743486922127387332013-08-13T12:33:40.568+10:002013-08-13T12:33:40.568+10:00Hey love this article but if they understood that ...Hey love this article but if they understood that if they legalize it will create jobs they will make money off it be able to start a import export market will need cannabis stores and if you want to run a store from home then theres more.money for licensing will need people to grow it look after it security work and manicuring etc would also save alot of lives from shitty pot dealers who have the potential to rob you in there house just treat it like alcohol just dont smoke and drive etc but it would be great for the economy more people are smoking pot more each day this is a plant that comes from the ground ffs Australia is falling behindAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-66941500326354527682013-07-30T09:33:04.309+10:002013-07-30T09:33:04.309+10:00Legalize weed, it would be sick!Legalize weed, it would be sick!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-84016023781393792562013-07-15T21:40:37.970+10:002013-07-15T21:40:37.970+10:00Person who posted July 11: you have no clue what t...Person who posted July 11: you have no clue what this 'herb' has done. It has revived the ill and strengthened the week. All you are is one of those who follows the line of conformity which is controlled by the government. And all the government wants is money from the drug companies that make crap which merely slows the symptoms for an amount of time. Please, to anyone who votes against, DO YOUR RESEARCH. Dont just fall for the governments ridicules lies of how its harmful, there has been no proven evidence of death, illnesses, or even pain caused by cannabis. It might not have to be legalized, but it should be decriminalized and made a medicine, which it already is. End prohibition! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-18846741558474367572013-07-11T09:05:30.896+10:002013-07-11T09:05:30.896+10:00Marijuana should never be legal only for people wi...Marijuana should never be legal only for people with health issues if it is true it helps. Legalising pot will only make australia worse, it will cause more hassels, its hard enough trying to stop people smoking ciggerettes around our kids Its gonna be harder trying to keep our kids away from bongs and lowlifes who smoke this disgusting drug.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-32520606756758883682013-07-10T19:46:48.323+10:002013-07-10T19:46:48.323+10:00Im for the legalization of cannabis, even though i...Im for the legalization of cannabis, even though im young and close family relatives tell me im wrong. I still beleive in a the powers and health benefits of this "herb". I have been learning so much about cannabis, the truths, benefits, false political statements and a lot more. I may even choose to evolve a career out of it. If it were legalised and to see the end of prohibition, would make me proud of my country. But for now "we" our country is being run by the politically incorrect. Legalise weed! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-69668024586139848212013-06-23T12:29:20.814+10:002013-06-23T12:29:20.814+10:00I believe the posts on this site to be astonishing...I believe the posts on this site to be astonishingly true.Look up wiki leaks most shocking yet this is the honest facts on marijuana detailed with proven fact and what governments will do to hide the truth from a community living in a so called democratic society.In australia the fairfax media group servey found 91.5%vote concerns towards legalizing marijuana for medical reasons. So our governments are gaoling our inocent family members because of unjust irrational laws.<br /> Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-32104006522898484512013-05-15T09:35:00.963+10:002013-05-15T09:35:00.963+10:00I have had enough its time we say no to prohibitio...I have had enough its time we say no to prohibition.I have heard the story too may times,titles like" 83 yr old arrested for possession of pot".This elderly Gentleman had terminal Cancer.<br />How many more of our Grandparents are going before a magistrate becauase of prohibition.How many of their Grandkids will go to jail for pot? keep reading this column and you will see more victims of prohibition. NOW WE FIGHT WITH WORDS.......END PROHIBITION NOW>>>>>>>>>>>>>>....................Industrial HEMP can be grown commercially in Australia,N.S.W. Legally with Restrictions and conditions.The produce from Hemp Farms CANNOT be sourced fast enough.Grow Industrial Hemp Organically.JesseJ370https://www.blogger.com/profile/15417388849623687011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-83921177976731657732013-04-22T23:37:12.067+10:002013-04-22T23:37:12.067+10:00Wow!I really loved reading your blog. It was very ...Wow!I really loved reading your blog. It was very well written and simple to understand. Unlike additional blogs I have read.Prescription Medicine Alternativeshttp://shavanoparkpharmacy.com/pharmacy/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=17&Itemid=12noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-51080851552668914862013-03-10T20:22:56.138+11:002013-03-10T20:22:56.138+11:00I can't believe only 372 people have signed th...I can't believe only 372 people have signed the petition in 3 years. Obviously the message is not getting out there. Come on Hemp Party pull your finger out and get organised. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-11662070287664089872013-03-10T10:47:22.412+11:002013-03-10T10:47:22.412+11:00Someone said....'"you seem to be out to c...Someone said....'"you seem to be out to cause conflict between party members '<br /><br />am not sure if its possible to 'actually' cause conflict at all, that suggests people dont make their own minds up about how they respond or post, i dont really get the impression people really give hoot but i recieved several msgs congratulating me on my recent posts so am happy to take the positives. If people cant cope with the cut n thrust of political debate, why bother?<br /><br />If any members want to contact me personally or discuss anything i post i am more than happy to do so...this accusatory bullshit is just more examples of juvenile, soft option behaviour...<br /><br />I have spoken to a few serious MC users and party members who are simply gutted by the recent policy decision to try and impose recreational use on the NSW MC Inquiry. They r dissapointed and disillusioned that members were not openly consulted and that strategies proven to be successful in the US, could be so easily discarded. People feel let down by party management who seem more interested in a 'protest' vote than actually developing legal strategies to attack prohibition in court or Parliment.<br /><br />The whole issues seems to be clouded by the 'stoner' or 'hippy' mentality and some kind of fuzzy imaginary legality thats gonna happen soon but no one really knows how. The HEMP party currently seems more suited to organising bong throwing contests and fantasising about not being busted than dealing with the hardcore reality of fullscale legality.<br /><br />Maybe it would be much more useful to gain members confidence by getting some fundraising happening and hiring some lawyers to conduct a fullscale feasibility study into how best way to achieve legalistion, instead of simply wanting it.?<br /><br />Toughen up, get serious and take the fight to the heart of the problem.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-87046571109942907202013-03-09T08:58:41.671+11:002013-03-09T08:58:41.671+11:00It would be nice to see Cannabis medicine used in ...It would be nice to see Cannabis medicine used in your treatment of cancers<br />Cannabis Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15723940447330408569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-72327746666726495322013-03-09T08:56:54.416+11:002013-03-09T08:56:54.416+11:00Thank you I appreciate this coming from you
Thank you I appreciate this coming from you<br />Cannabis Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15723940447330408569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-86041017636049245772013-03-06T10:29:46.221+11:002013-03-06T10:29:46.221+11:00beautifully put there ^beautifully put there ^Cannabis Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15723940447330408569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-10892875654621753062013-03-06T03:36:59.906+11:002013-03-06T03:36:59.906+11:00cannabis should be legal to those who chose to con...cannabis should be legal to those who chose to consume it for recreational and medical purposes, It's 2013 not the stone ages, when they didn't know what cannabis was, hence time for change their are so much benefits of marijuana for the user or grower( medicine, high, cure, clothes, relaxation, control, etc, etc the list goes on), and governments( taxes, strain control/potency , less trouble/crime), people don't need to contact corrupt dealers to purchase cannabis who may try and sell contaminated cannabis which could be laced with chemicals used to make hard drugs or because they don't actually know how to grow proper cannabis without flushing all harmful nutrients out before selling on to unsuspecting buyer, If cannabis is legal it can be controlled properly and be made safe for all to consume safely, and for our kids in the future and their kids. Why should you be made out to be a criminal if you smoke or grow cannabis or you take it for medical reasons, is it because someone in charge of everybody says so or someone is afraid to lose there seat in parliament, yeah I think so. but its ok for you to get robbed, murdered, burgled, and placed in the same category as them. ? who protects us the good citizens from these scum bags, no one we get treated the same way as them by people who run the country, we get criminal records, locked up, get our houses taken from us, what for smoking or growing marijuana/cannabis or taking it to help us live or temporarily stop/relieve the pain of some unfortunate condition that you might have or just because you want to do it because it makes you feel good. come on people in power legalize or at least decriminalize it for the people, after all we are the ones that put you in the seats that you call a job, you need to listen to the people and believe me people from all walks of life use cannabis not necessarily bad people, which we get classed as. I pay my taxes, I own my own business, I serve the community, I'm a good person, I'm a responsible person, I don't drink and drive, I don't smoke & drive, I have never claimed a cent that I wasn't entitled to like some, I have two beautiful girls & a wife, I own a house, I have a family that lives half way round the world that I see once a year if I'm lucky, I'm married, my point is I'm a normal person with rights that I'm not getting to use, because the government says I cant. If I was to grow a plant for personal use I would be breaking the law and would have all my rights stripped from me, I would get locked up and lose my family, friends, customers, get a criminal record yeah it sucks now my next point is how much more people can say they are in the same situation as me in one way or another probably a very scary amount, when I arrived in Australia 8 years ago from the UK I laughed as it was a little behind the rest of the world but It is now my home which i want to live the rest of my life with my children/family come on Australia take the lead in marijuana/cannabis reform and be ahead for once take lead in this situation and make it legal for the people, hope I didn't go on to much there click like if you want me to run for president ScooshAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-16077050163182844002013-03-05T09:38:25.405+11:002013-03-05T09:38:25.405+11:00maybe it would be appropriate if it were dangerous...maybe it would be appropriate if it were dangerous like alcohol but its not, children need cannabis medicines tooCannabis Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15723940447330408569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8465777281418845198.post-14458147671083717532013-03-04T00:13:52.189+11:002013-03-04T00:13:52.189+11:00Legalise it but still maintain an age limit. 18 si...Legalise it but still maintain an age limit. 18 similar to alcohol would be appropriateAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com