As everyone knows Canada is the first country in the world to sell marijuana to certified medical marijuana patients. Nonviolent drug offenders in that country are normally not given lengthy sentences by the court. There is a clear move towards marijuana decriminalization or even full legalization. Way back in 2002 Canada’s Senate Special Committee on Illegal Drugs did a comprehensive study on cannabis and concluded that the drug ought to be legalized. “Scientific evidence overwhelmingly indicates that marijuana is substantially less harmful than alcohol, and should be treated not as a criminal issue, but as a social and public health issue,” said Senator Pierre Claude Nolin, Chair of the Special Committee. Unfortunately, America is putting pressure on Canada not to pass harm minimization laws. This is despite the fact that our northern neighbor seriously monitors and evaluates the reforms that it has taken.

US Drug policy is much more influential south of the border. Drugs are seized on the way to the US in expensive interdiction campaigns. US demand is responsible for the influx of drugs but the failure of the authorities to contain this problem seems to lie on the shoulders of Mexico. On October 14, 2008 a bill was proposed in Mexico City’s Congress to legalize the consumption, possession and commerce of Marijuana. The bill states that only a person over 18 can have access to the drug, the places where marijuana is sold cannot also sell alcoholic drinks, and must be at least 1000 meters away from schools. The Government would issue special licenses for the distribution of marijuana in special places, similar to the legislation in the Netherlands. The Bill has yet to pass.

The US government’s influence on the decision-making of our neighbors is evident. However, it is satisfactory to note that a counter-current now exists and we will soon positive changes in the horizon.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. (AP) Authorities have dropped charges against a school psychologist who was arrested on marijuana and child endangerment charges.
Cynthia Anne Norris, 33, and Alexander Balestrero, 30, were arrested in January after officers reportedly found 93 marijuana plants growing in the couple’s Christmas Valley home.
Norris, a psychologist with the Lake Tahoe Unified School District, said she was aware of Balestrero’s growing operation but believed it was legal under California’s medical marijuana laws. (more…)

Purple Hash Plant is a hybrid but is purely indica. Smoke is smooth and hashy
with a hint of purple (musty grapes and blackberrys) flavor. The buds are
typically light green with some purple tones. The high can best be described by
couchlock. After smoking I find myself able to do little more than watch a TV or
a movie. The high is relatively long lasting with a long and tiring burn out.
Another great evening smoke.

Sensi Star is a very powerful indica, the bud is a contrast of light and dark green, with light and darker brownish hairs. It is very dense, compact with good coat of trichomes. After opening the container, a burst of fresh lemon zest, and out of the bag the bud smelled very rich and earthy. The smoke was on the harsh side, with a sour after taste. After a toke, I was in a more compact, and simple world, with a powerful head high, that puts you in a more comfortable or more relaxed state that does not couch-lock. The high is almost euphoric, things seemed much more alive, and vibrant when i stepped outside. Patients who would benefit from this strain the most are those with glaucoma, migraines, headaches, and anxiety problems.

- Found at GreenDragon Coop.

1. Up In Smoke: Cheech and Chongs first full length movie, where two stoners meet up on the highway, and embark on a adventure to get back home, after being deported to Mexico.

2. The Big Lebowski: “The Dude” (Jeff Bridges) is mistaken for a millionaire, who’s name is also Jeffrey Lebowski, During which two thugs tear apart his home, and urinate on his rug. Now “The Dude” along with his bowling buddies, try to to find this other Jeffrey Lebowski, and seek for retribution for his ruined rug.

3. Office Space: Peter Gibbons a Initech worker, who hates his job, life, and most of all his boss. After being brought to a hypnotist by his awful girlfriend, he remains in a worry free state, after the hypnotist failed to bring him out of the trance, due to a heart attack, which kills the therapist.

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