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wreg - (US) Laverty said at a legislative hearing this week that there should be debate about legalization after asking prison officials how many inmates are in jail on marijuana offenses. (Fri Nov 20 22:44:08 2009 PST)




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kfsm - (US) Some employees at a city-owned ambulance service are volunteering to take a drug test while authorities look into missing narcotics at the agency. (Fri Nov 20 22:44:08 2009 PST)





Los Angeles gets tough on medical marijuana shops
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dnaindia - Hundreds of pot shops have sprung up in the last couple of years across Los Angeles. (Fri Nov 20 22:34:09 2009 PST)







Stockbroker crusades for medicinal marijuana
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sun-sentinel - (US) If I was still alive I'd be homebound and not have a lot of mobility. 13 states have legalized marijuana for medical use. (Fri Nov 20 19:39:13 2009 PST)







Los Angeles Gets Tough On Medical Marijuana Shops
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postchronicle - (US) Los Angeles Gets Tough On Medical Marijuana Shops Hundreds of pot shops have sprung up in the last couple of years across Los Angeles. (Fri Nov 20 14:36:05 2009 PST)







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TOP: Son of city police sergeant arrested, marijuana seized in raid -- baltimoresun.com
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baltimoresun - (US) Marijuana seized in city raid The 21-year-old son of a Baltimore police sergeant was arrested Thursday night after officers raided the family's rowhouse on North Luzerne Avenue and found a half-pound of marijuana. (Fri Nov 20 14:22:51 2009 PST)









TOP: Hair tests beat urine in nabbing workplace drug users - USATODAY.com
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usatoday - (US) Friday will release hair data for the first time that show that in the first half of 2009 cocaine was found in three of every 1000 urine tests performed on job applicants and employees. (Fri Nov 20 14:00:28 2009 PST)









Medical-marijuana price hikes from too many regulations worry Denver councilman
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blogs.westword - Denver city councilman Chris Nevitt is focusing on the practical questions that arise from the issue. dispensary food products that contain marijuana But he wants to make sure rules placed on medical-marijuana purveyors aren't so onerous that they cause precipitous price increases . (Fri Nov 20 13:39:14 2009 PST)






ATP chief says tour will not reopen Agassi's drug case despite admission of ...
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kfsm - (US) ATP chief says tour will not reopen Agassi's drug case despite admission of crystal meth use - KFSM ATP chief says tour will not reopen Agassi's drug case despite admission of crystal meth use LONDON (AP) —. (Fri Nov 20 13:21:45 2009 PST)







LEGALIZING POT -- AND HOPING THE TOOTH FAIRY IS REAL
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blogs.redding - (US) HOPING THE TOOTH FAIRY IS REAL LEGALIZING POT . HOPING THE TOOTH FAIRY IS REAL They focus in on marijuana. Is the introduction of a bill by Assembly member Tom Ammiano to legalize sales of the drug across the board. (Fri Nov 20 12:39:39 2009 PST)








Students study how to grow marijuana at cannabis college - Collegenews.
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collegenews - Where students are taught how to grow cannabis. Whose existence is possible because of Michigan becoming the 14th state in the U.S. to legalize medicinal marijuana. (Fri Nov 20 10:39:39 2009 PST)





Ark. lawmaker suggests legalizing marijuana
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wxvt - (US) Laverty said at a legislative hearing this week that there should be debate about legalization after asking prison officials how many inmates are in jail on marijuana offenses. (Fri Nov 20 09:04:18 2009 PST)



[also ky33659, baxterbulletin10246]
Irvin Rosenfeld Nears Pot Smoking Record
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myfoxmemphis - Fla. will smoke his 115000th marijuana cigarette Friday. To alleviate the pain associated with the disorder he was prescribed marijuana. (Fri Nov 20 07:04:19 2009 PST)







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Legalize medical marijuana in Wisconsin
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biztimes - Legalize medical marijuana in Wisconsin - BizTimes Legalize medical marijuana in Wisconsin It is time to legalize marijuana for medical purposes. (Fri Nov 20 04:04:33 2009 PST)





Medical Marijuana Inc Continues Development and Completes 1st Stage of the ...
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foxbusiness - (US) Medical Marijuana Inc (PINKSHEETS: MJNA) announced today they have completed the taping of the Educational Seminar series as the 1st step toward the Seminar program being offered across America in those states where permitted by law. (Fri Nov 20 03:04:36 2009 PST)





Medical Marijuana Inc Continues Development and Completes 1st Stage of the ...
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money.cnn - (US) Medical Marijuana Inc Continues Development and Completes 1st Stage of the National Rollout of Its Educational Seminars Medical Marijuana Inc Continues Development and Completes 1st Stage of the National Rollout of Its Educational Seminars Medical Marijuana Inc Continues Development and Completes 1st Stage of the National Rollout of Its Educational Seminars Medical Marijuana Inc Continues Development and Comp... (Fri Nov 20 02:39:56 2009 PST)







Medical Marijuana Inc Continues Development and Completes 1st Stage of the ...
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streetinsider - Medical Marijuana Inc (PINKSHEETS: Cultivation techniques and environmental sensitivity and solutions regarding the broad based tax solution that MJNA offers were explained in depth and unanimously agreed upon as paving the future for Medical Marijuana. (Fri Nov 20 01:49:30 2009 PST)





First legal marijuana cafe opened in America
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thaindian - (US) First legal marijuana cafi opened in America Janet Jackson admits that Michael Jackson had a drug problem First legal marijuana cafi opened in America London, Nov. 20 (ANI): America’s first and only legal ... (Fri Nov 20 01:40:01 2009 PST)








Medical Marijuana Inc Continues Development and Completes 1st Stage of the ...
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tradingmarkets - (US) Medical Marijuana Inc (PINKSHEETS: Cultivation techniques and environmental sensitivity and solutions regarding the broad based tax solution that MJNA offers were explained in depth and unanimously agreed upon as paving the future for Medical Marijuana. (Fri Nov 20 01:40:01 2009 PST)





[also marketwire6761]
Medical Marijuana Inc Continues Development and Completes 1st Stage of the ...
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pr-inside - (Austria) Medical Marijuana Inc (PINKSHEETS: MJNA) announced today they have completed the taping of the Educational Seminar series as the 1st step toward the Seminar program being offered across America in those states where permitted by law. (Fri Nov 20 01:34:33 2009 PST)





Relief, not reefer, is reason for bill
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jsonline - Is reason for bill - JSOnline Relief. Is reason for bill It's nothing more than coincidence that Cheech and Chong are coming to Wisconsin next week just as a bill to legalize medical marijuana begins to make its way through the Legislature. (Thu Nov 19 23:39:20 2009 PST)







MI: Grand Valley Lanthorn
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lanthorn - (US) Marijuana legalization is what U.S. needs In the past weeks. (Thu Nov 19 21:55:06 2009 PST)




Santa Cruz considers ban on more medical marijuana dispensaries
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examiner - Santa Cruz considers ban on more medical marijuana dispensaries Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner Santa Cruz considers ban on more medical marijuana dispensaries Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner. (Thu Nov 19 17:39:31 2009 PST)







CO: Monte Vista Journal
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montevistajournal - Despite trend toward legalization, marijuana mixed bag MONTE VISTA During the last Monte Vista City Council meeting, in the departmental reports, the topic of discussion turned to medicinal marijuana dispensaries, and how Monte Vista might have to address the issue sooner than expected, following the recent opening of several dis... (Thu Nov 19 16:43:02 2009 PST)



TOP: Panel to discuss effect of R.I. law governing marijuana possession - State Government - projo.com - The Providence Journal
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projo - (US) Have done? Citing the 391 marijuana-related arrests the state police have documented in Rhode Island since Jan. 1. T think any legislation is going to be taken seriously in the upcoming session unless it can demonstrate a relief of resources. (Thu Nov 19 14:58:03 2009 PST)






[also projo8236]
Soaking up the atmosphere at America's first 'Cannabis Cafe'
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timesonline - (UK) Is America&rsquo. How long it survives is entirely up to the Obama Administration. The US is legalising marijuana On the quiet. (Thu Nov 19 14:39:48 2009 PST)








Health Sciences Group Quest to be Listed on the OTCBB
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globenewswire - (US) "We are still in negotiations with Marijuana Inc. We have all intentions of bringing on the best legal team possible and to make medical marijuana acceptable to the public. (Thu Nov 19 11:40:27 2009 PST)




[also foxbusiness10003]
Health Sciences Group Quest to be Listed on the OTCBB
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streetinsider - "We are still in negotiations with Marijuana Inc. (Thu Nov 19 11:40:27 2009 PST)





MN Legislature to Make New Effort at Medical Marijuana
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blog.tenthamendmentcenter - Nullification: Ballot Drive for Legal Pot in CA Marijuana Legalization as the Blueprint ATF: All Your Amendment are Belong to Us Tweets that mention MN Legislature to Make New Effort at Medical MarijuanaB !B Tenth Amendment Center Blog . (Thu Nov 19 11:05:57 2009 PST)





Cheech and Chong Light Up 'The Factor'
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foxnews - (US) Two strong advocates for the weed are comedians Cheech and Chong. The marijuana legalization is really taking off under this medical marijuana ruse. (Thu Nov 19 10:49:18 2009 PST)









What would marijuana legalization look like?
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capitolweekly - Discussions about legalizing marijuana have become part of California&rsquo. Most of the popular debate is dominated by two groups&mdash. (Thu Nov 19 10:40:23 2009 PST)







Moratorium won't affect exisitng 'herbal dispensary' in Orchard City
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deltacountyindependent - (US) We all know this is a conservative area. There were no questions concerning legalizing marijuana on Tellurideb s Nov. 3 election ballot. (Thu Nov 19 10:40:23 2009 PST)





The Venice Beat: Marijuana Statement Goes to City Council
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smmirror - (US) Thereby assuring that the VNC Community Impact Statement will at least have the opportunity to influence the outcome. The VNC resolution also recited that [o]ver 100 Venice stakeholders expressed their overwhelming support for the legalization of marijuana in a poll of Town Hall attendees but recognized that the current issue was limited to treatment for medical conditions. (Thu Nov 19 10:33:52 2009 PST)






County joins list of entities with medical marijuana moratoriums
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deltacountyindependent - (US) Medical marijuana dispensaries planning to set up legally under state law will. The Delta County Commissioners have joined a growing list of local governments around Colorado and in the county calling a halt to the unregulated spread of medical marijuana distribution points. (Thu Nov 19 08:39:41 2009 PST)






What would marijuana legalization look like?
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publicceo - (US) Discussions about legalizing marijuana have become part of Californiab s political discourse. Most of the popular debate is dominated by two groupsb avid pro-marijuana crowd. (Thu Nov 19 07:39:33 2009 PST)







Let desperate patients have pot
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host.madison - (US) Let desperate patients have pot A bill in the Wisconsin Legislature would let patients with cancer. (Thu Nov 19 07:39:33 2009 PST)









Bookshop Santa Cruz gives out a bag of 'Just Plain Nutz' with...
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santacruzsentinel - (US) The gimmick highlights the political views of the bookstore's owners and a town famous for supporting left-wing causes such as same-sex marriage and legalizing marijuana. The gimmick highlights the political views ... (Thu Nov 19 04:49:05 2009 PST)





Editorial: Time to legalize medical use of marijuana
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thenorthwestern - (US) Editorial: Time to legalize medical use of marijuana ! thenorthwestern.com ! Oshkosh Northwestern Editorial: Time to legalize medical use of marijuana It is time that Wisconsin has a serious debate about legalizing marijuana for medicinal purposes. (Thu Nov 19 02:39:10 2009 PST)




Medical Marijuana Memo Lights up Controversy
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timesoftheinternet - The memo specifically notes that prosecutors are still urged to pursue marijuana cases involving violence. This is not a free pass for all crimes involving marijuana. (Thu Nov 19 02:04:23 2009 PST)








Bookshop Santa Cruz gives out a bag of 'Just Plain Nutz' with Palin's book
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santacruzsentinel - (US) The gimmick highlights the political views of the bookstore's owners and a town famous for supporting left-wing causes such as same-sex marriage and legalizing marijuana. The gimmick highlights the political views... (Thu Nov 19 01:49:19 2009 PST)





Quillen: Colorado's medical marijuana maze
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denverpost - (US) You would have had to work at it to find that marijuana was illegal. The only pot arrests I recall were "stupidity busts.". Thus a pot dispensary that was legal under California or Colorado law was still a target for the federal DEA. (Thu Nov 19 00:40:38 2009 PST)









Medical Marijuana Memo Lights up Controversy
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24-7pressrelease - (US) The memo specifically notes that prosecutors are still urged to pursue marijuana cases involving violence. This is not a free pass for all crimes involving marijuana. (Thu Nov 19 00:40:38 2009 PST)







[also earthtimes.org9343]
The Jack Herer initiative to legalize marijuana receives official title and summary
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examiner - The Jack Herer initiative to legalize marijuana receives official title and summary Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner The Jack Herer initiative to legalize marijuana receives official title and summary Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Santa Cruz County Drug Policy Examiner. (Wed Nov 18 23:34:34 2009 PST)






What would marijuana legalization look like?
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capitolweekly - Discussions about legalizing marijuana have become part of California&rsquo. Most of the popular debate is dominated by two groups&mdash. (Wed Nov 18 22:40:01 2009 PST)







NJ Weedman Celebrates Victorious Ruling for Medical Marijuana Community
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live-pr - (Austria) "We are living in the midst of a 'reefer revolution' and I am happy to be a part of it. There is even more reason to celebrate. NJWeedman achieved cult status and media notoriety when he was arrested for smoking the sacred herb in front of the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. (Wed Nov 18 21:39:22 2009 PST)






Bookshop Santa Cruz gives out a bag of 'Just Plain Nutz' with...
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santacruzsentinel - (US) The gimmick highlights the political views of the book store's owners and a town famous for supporting left-wing causes such as same-sex marriage and legalizing marijuana. The gimmick highlights the political views of the ... (Wed Nov 18 20:50:17 2009 PST)




Panel to discuss effect of RI law governing marijuana possession
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projo - (US) Have done? Citing the 391 marijuana-related arrests the state police have documented in Rhode Island since Jan. 1. T think any legislation is going to be taken seriously in the upcoming session unless it can demonstrate a relief of resources. (Wed Nov 18 20:43:22 2009 PST)






"Bowls, Weeds, and Joints," a new residence hall anti-marijuana seminar
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keystoneonline - Joints.b The goal of the program was to educate students on how terrible marijuana is. (Wed Nov 18 20:43:22 2009 PST)









Legalize medical marijuana
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phoenix.swarthmore.edu - (US) California was the first. That New Mexico has taken so long to formalize the systemization of medical marijuana is indicative of a larger national resistance to the notion of legal weed in the United States. (Wed Nov 18 20:18:19 2009 PST)










Ex-Gov. Gary Johnson talks better drug policy
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alibi - (US) Is a failure. &ldquo. We believe that if the war on drugs will end in the U.S. The global drug prohibition regime will lose its driving force and collapse like dominoes.&rdquo. (Wed Nov 18 19:39:56 2009 PST)













[also alibi5499]
Panel to discuss effect of RI law governing marijuana possession
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projo - (US) Have done? Citing the 391 marijuana-related arrests the state police have documented in Rhode Island since Jan. 1. T think any legislation is going to be taken seriously in the upcoming session unless it can demonstrate a relief of resources. (Wed Nov 18 19:39:56 2009 PST)






AMA supports medical marijuana studies, does not support current state programs
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mtshastanews - (US) The AMA is also recommending that physicians be protected from prosecution for recommending marijuana and that further studies be conducted into marijuana's use as medicine. The AMA is also recommending that physicians be protected from prosecution for recommending marijuana and that further studies be conducted into marijuana's use as medicine. “. The report is careful. The patchwork of state-based syst... (Wed Nov 18 18:39:43 2009 PST)








TX: Robert Almonte: 'War on Drugs' conference got the issue wrong - El Paso Times
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elpasotimes - (US) Robert Almonte: 'War on Drugs' conference got the issue wrong - El Paso Times Robert Almonte: 'War on Drugs' conference got the issue wrong Fighting the border drug war JuC!rez violence: Drug-war brutality persists despite presence of military Groups tour Mexico to put spotlight on slayings Mexico angered by drug lord's spot on Forbes list Mexican drug lord Joaquin "Chapo" Guzman on Forbes' list of most power... (Wed Nov 18 18:24:41 2009 PST)











Unemployed Going "Back to School" for Medical Marijuana Training
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pr-inside - (Austria) Unemployed Going b Back to Schoolb for Medical Marijuana Training The story, entitled b Back to School: Medical Marijuana Training Programs,b is planned for release on F... (Wed Nov 18 16:49:40 2009 PST)




Rendell puts his name on medical marijuana - voters your voice is needed now on PA HB 1393
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examiner - Rendell puts his name on medical marijuana - voters your voice is needed now on PA HB 1393 Cannabis Revolution Examiner Rendell puts his name on medical marijuana - voters your voice is needed now on PA HB 1393 Cannabis Revolution Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Cannabis Revolution Examiner. (Wed Nov 18 16:40:36 2009 PST)









CO: Aurora Sentinel Archives Opinion Editorials Editorial: It's time to sort out Colorado's convoluted medical marijuana laws
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aurorasentinel - (US) Are about to go up in smoke. Making it clear that those who grew marijuana for the purpose of getting it to patients were allowed to do just that. Who supply marijuana to medical patients must have a direct and responsible relationship with them. (Wed Nov 18 16:05:13 2009 PST)





TOP: Colorado joins trend to tax medical marijuana - Washington Times
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washingtontimes - (US) Colorado is now the second state. The governor announced his decision after Colorado Attorney General John Suthers issued a statement Monday saying that medical marijuana is "tangible property that is generally subject to state sales tax.". (Wed Nov 18 15:52:18 2009 PST)









Pennsylvania Governor Edward G. Rendell will support a well crafted medical marijuana bill
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examiner - Cannabis Revolution Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Cannabis Revolution Examiner. "If the legislature sends him a well crafted medical marijuana bill Governor Rendell said he will sign it.". (Wed Nov 18 15:40:30 2009 PST)









City of Portland Opens Nation's First Cannabis Cafe For Marijuana Smokers!!
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hiphoprx - Certified medical marijuana users can go there to get the drug and use it as long as they are out of public view. (Wed Nov 18 14:21:10 2009 PST)







Legalize it?
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fdlreporter - (US) While 17 states are considering legislation that would legalize its use. (Wed Nov 18 11:40:08 2009 PST)




Waiting to Inhale
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seattleweekly - (US) After the American Medical Association's recent announcement that it is asking the federal government to consider legalizing medical marijuana. (Wed Nov 18 10:19:43 2009 PST)










Cannabis can affect neuropathic pain medical marijuana and multiple sclerosis
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examiner - Cannabis can affect neuropathic pain medical marijuana and multiple sclerosis Cannabis Revolution Examiner Cannabis can affect neuropathic pain medical marijuana and multiple sclerosis Cannabis Revolution Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Cannabis Revolution Examiner. (Wed Nov 18 09:41:57 2009 PST)








t r u t h o u t - California's Medical Marijuana Law - Just a Smokescreen?
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truthout - "Cannabis is weighed at a Sacramento dispensary for a medical marijuana patient.". Prospective medical marijuana patients are flocking to these clinics like Deadheads to a Furthur concert. (Wed Nov 18 07:39:29 2009 PST)











Colo. medical pot suppliers will have to pay taxes
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miamiherald - (US) Colo. medical pot suppliers will have to pay taxes - Breaking News - Business - MiamiHerald.com Colo. medical pot suppliers will have to pay taxes Medical marijuana shops abound in California A surge in medical marijuana in California has left communities trying to regulate or ban the drug. (Wed Nov 18 05:41:30 2009 PST)






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Advocates seek approval of medical marijuana bill
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thenorthwestern - (US) Advocates seek approval of medical marijuana bill ! thenorthwestern.com ! Oshkosh Northwestern Advocates seek approval of medical marijuana bill MADISON Legalizing medical marijuana will ease the cancer patients' pain and help others who are suffering. (Wed Nov 18 02:39:57 2009 PST)





Portland, Oregon Opens First Cannabis Cafe
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santiagotimes.cl - Their aim is to create an exclusive establishment. Many states and cities in the U.S. have legalized marijuana for medicinal use. (Wed Nov 18 02:19:55 2009 PST)






Slow down on marijuana tax
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denverpost - (US) There are several legal questions to sort out. Significant work still must be done to figure out exactly what a medical marijuana dispensary is. (Wed Nov 18 00:39:50 2009 PST)






Constitutional consequences
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mountainvalleynews - (US) We have to applaud the efforts of the various small town councils to gain some control over the proliferation of so-called medical marijuana dispensaries. (Tue Nov 17 23:40:23 2009 PST)




Drug war woes
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idsnews - (US) We tend to forget as a country that our longest and most costly war has been the war on drugs. This year, drug arrests are expected to exceed 1.8 million people, and law enforcement made more arrests for drug abuse violations than any other crime in the past two years. This year, drug arrests are expecte... (Tue Nov 17 22:50:09 2009 PST)








Denver initiates dispensary tax
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examiner - Denver initiates dispensary tax NORML Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the NORML Examiner. (Tue Nov 17 21:39:57 2009 PST)






Marijuana committee gets down to business
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mtexpress - (US) Marijuana committee gets down to business The city of Hailey's Marijuana Oversight Committee is hoping to move forward in its role as a recommending body without causing confrontations with city or state officials. (Tue Nov 17 21:34:50 2009 PST)




Colorado to tax sales of medical marijuana - Washington Times
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washingtontimes - (US) Colorado is now the second state. The governor announced his decision after Colorado Attorney General John Suthers issued a statement Monday saying that medical marijuana is "tangible property that is generally subject to state sales tax.". (Tue Nov 17 18:40:45 2009 PST)








Kevin Regier: Let's change the debate
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skyhidailynews - (US) If decriminalization of marijuana is what you want. (Tue Nov 17 17:40:44 2009 PST)




CO: Editorial: Vote and#8216;yes' to decriminalize marijuana in Breckenridge - SummitDaily.com
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summitdaily - (US) Breckenridge residents this Election Day will decide whether possessing less than an ounce of the intoxicating weed should be decriminalized. (Tue Nov 17 17:02:04 2009 PST)






Questions arise on medicinal pot
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gjsentinel - Medical marijuana is tangible property that is generally subjected to state sales tax. Getting a state cut of those blossoming sales is sensible. There are currently 32 medical-marijuana businesses in the city with sales-tax licenses. (Tue Nov 17 14:42:14 2009 PST)




TOP: Council will OK pot law to kill it - Article Comments - View topic - General Discussion - Article Talk : Denver Colorado Neighbors
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neighbors.denverpost - Council will OK pot law to kill it - Article Comments - View topic - General Discussion - Article Talk : Denver Colorado Neighbors Article Discussion: Council will OK pot law to kill it Denver City Council members want to pass an ordinance that would make marijuana possession the lowest priority for police - but not because pot advocates have won them over. (Tue Nov 17 14:25:58 2009 PST)











Lawyers Who Are Okay With Burning One Down (Or: Pot and the Law) - Above the Law - A Legal Tabloid - News, Gossip, and Colorful Commentary on Law Firms and the Legal Profession
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abovethelaw - (US) Lawyers Who Are Okay With Burning One Down (Or: Pot and the Law) - Above the Law - A Legal Tabloid - News. (Tue Nov 17 13:05:50 2009 PST)










Cannabis Cafe opens in Portland, Oregon - Gather
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gather - Oregon e nation's first marijuana cafe - the Cannabis Cafe The opening comes following an announcement by the Obama administration that federal attorneys will not prosecute possessors of medical marijuana. (Tue Nov 17 12:40:54 2009 PST)






Democrats support medical marijuana
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abclocal - (US) Democrats support medical marijuana - 11/17/09 - Chicago News - abc7chicago.com Democrats support medical marijuana Supporters of legalizing marijuana for medical purposes say the time is right to change the law in Wisconsin. (Tue Nov 17 12:40:54 2009 PST)






[also weau4234]
National Multiple Sclerosis Society responds to AMA's revised opinion on Medical Marijuana
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examiner - National Multiple Sclerosis Society responds to AMA's revised opinion on Medical Marijuana Cannabis Revolution Examiner National Multiple Sclerosis Society responds to AMA's revised opinion on Medical Marijuana Cannabis Revolution Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Cannabis Revolution Examiner. (Tue Nov 17 10:42:39 2009 PST)








[also examiner14112]
Colorado Moves to Tax Medical Marijuana
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cbsnews - (US) Colorado Moves to Tax Medical Marijuana - Political Hotsheet - CBS News Colorado Moves to Tax Medical Marijuana "This is another in a series of significant steps toward some sort of legalization of marijuana. (Tue Nov 17 10:05:15 2009 PST)




Los Angeles Times:
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huffingtonpost - Alcohol Mix To Create Toxic 3rd Chemical Drug addiction clinics say they are becoming increasingly concerned by the health risks associated with the chemical . Drug addiction clinics say they are becoming increasingly concerned by the health risks associated with the chemical . (Tue Nov 17 09:03:49 2009 PST)












Man with MS pushes for legalization of medical marijuana
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wfaa - Which is why he is now pushing for the drug to be legalized. (Tue Nov 17 08:49:17 2009 PST)







Wisconsin Dems throw support behind medical marijuana
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sheboyganpress - (US) Wisconsin Dems throw support behind medical marijuana ! sheboyganpress.com ! Sheboygan Press Wisconsin Dems throw support behind medical marijuana MADISON Legalizing medical marijuana will ease the cancer patients pain and help others who are suffering. (Tue Nov 17 08:41:51 2009 PST)







Colo. medical pot suppliers will have to pay taxes
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thesunnews - (US) Colo. medical pot suppliers will have to pay taxes - Nation and World - TheSunNews.com Colo. medical pot suppliers will have to pay taxes Bill Ritter plans to direct medical marijuana dispensaries to start paying sales tax. (Tue Nov 17 07:41:29 2009 PST)





Bill Ritter Marijuana Tax: Governor Moves To Start Taxing Pot After AG's Decision
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huffingtonpost - Ritter's move comes after Colorado Attorney John Suthers concluded in an opinion issued Monday that medical marijuana is considered personal property that can be taxed and shouldn't be treated like prescription drugs. (Tue Nov 17 07:41:29 2009 PST)










Marc Emery should have been protected here
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canada - (Canada) Marc Emery should have been protected here Re: 'Marc Emery deserved his punishment in prison' (Daily News. (Tue Nov 17 06:19:28 2009 PST)









Legalizing It
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detroit.blogs.time - Michigan is booming. The black market that often contributes to the violence that plagues places like Detroit is now faced with the real possibility of losing a big chunk of its multi-billion-dollar hustle. (Tue Nov 17 05:39:29 2009 PST)









How Is Marijuana Still Illegal?
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chicagonow - (US) Legalize Marijuana: How is marijuana still illegal? - Off the Markley How Is Marijuana Still Illegal? (Tue Nov 17 05:39:29 2009 PST)












Health groups $1 tax hike on cigarettes
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dailydemocrat - (US) Seymour LLC, which controls Oaksterdam University and other cannabis-related businesses. Perata in September endorsed a marijuana-legalization ballot measure co-authored by S.K. Perata in September endorsed a marijuana... (Tue Nov 17 03:04:07 2009 PST)





Perata, health groups launch tobacco tax initiative
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insidebayarea - (US) AMA: Time for another look at marijuana Seymour LLC, which controls Oaksterdam University and other cannabis-related businesses. Perata in September endorsed a marijuana-legalization ballot measure co-authored by S.K. ... (Tue Nov 17 02:49:07 2009 PST)





Woodland takes stance against pot sales
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dailydemocrat - (US) Woodland takes stance against pot sales - Daily Democrat Online Woodland takes stance against pot sales On the heels of extending its recently renewed moratorium on medicinal cannabis "dispensaries" -- the city is abruptly abandoning that process and forging a much broader policy, intending to prohibit from Woodland al... (Tue Nov 17 02:49:07 2009 PST)






Wis. Democrats support medical marijuana
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htrnews - (US) MADISON Legalizing medical marijuana will ease the cancer patients' pain and help others who are suffering. (Tue Nov 17 02:39:31 2009 PST)






N.J. state workers deserve respect; Bill Clinton wrong on health care; Paul Mulsine right on global warming - Letters to The Star-Ledger - NJ.com
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blog.nj - (US) Candidate Chris Christie said on his website that he was against medical marijuana and why. (Tue Nov 17 02:39:31 2009 PST)








Advocates seek approval of medical marijuana bill
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postcrescent - (US) Advocates seek approval of medical marijuana bill ! postcrescent.com ! Appleton Post-Crescent Advocates seek approval of medical marijuana bill MADISON Legalizing medical marijuana will ease the cancer patients' pain and help others who are suffering. (Tue Nov 17 02:35:30 2009 PST)






[also wausaudailyherald13243]
Bill would legalize medical marijuana
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badgerherald - S Department of Health Services will compile a list of additional ailments that could qualify for cannabis use. Erpenbach said there are restrictions included in the bill that will prevent patients from driving or operating heavy machinery while under the influence of medical marijuana. (Tue Nov 17 00:39:58 2009 PST)





Marijuana Decrim, Frank Chopp and the Case of the Missing Balls
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opednews - (US) Frank Chopp and the Case of the Missing Balls And that's exactly how Chopp was getting down when a bill to decriminalize marijuana possession died in the Washington Legislature last spring. (Mon Nov 16 21:06:14 2009 PST)








Doctors lighten up on marijuana research
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dailybreeze - (US) While California and 11 other states have legalized the use of marijuana for medical purposes. The feds have stuck to the discredited position that marijuana is too dangerous to be of legitimate use. (Mon Nov 16 20:40:41 2009 PST)







Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana
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chippewa - (US) Legalizing medical marijuana will ease the cancer patients&rsquo. Pain and help others who are suffering. (Mon Nov 16 19:39:22 2009 PST)






Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana
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thenorthwestern - (US) Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana ! thenorthwestern.com ! Oshkosh Northwestern Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana MADISON Legalizing medical marijuana will ease the cancer patients pain and help others who are suffering. (Mon Nov 16 19:35:04 2009 PST)






TX: The Gilmer Mirror - News, Classifieds, Events and Businesses in Gilmer, Texas
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gilmermirror - An important question arises: Why is the drug war still being waged. There is no way to reconcile drug laws with the principles of a free society. The principle is really no different with respect to the consumption of most products. (Mon Nov 16 18:38:21 2009 PST)









Baucus' Approval Dips in Montana According to Recent Poll - News, Sports, Weather for Great Falls, Helena, and all of Montana - Local Top Stories
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kfbb - The poll also found that a vast majority support the hunting of wolves in the state - and that most oppose any effort to legalize marijuana in the state. The poll also found that a vast majority support... (Mon Nov 16 17:49:55 2009 PST)


[also kulr83905]
NJ: Politicians speak out for medical marijuana
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examiner - NJ: Politicians speak out for medical marijuana Philadelphia NORML Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Philadelphia NORML Examiner. (Mon Nov 16 17:41:07 2009 PST)







Baucus' approval rating among Montanans drops by 20 percent
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missoulian - (US) Approval ratings for the state's other major officeholders were largely unchanged in a poll that also showed big support for wolf hunts - and very little for legalizing marijuana. (Mon Nov 16 17:35:09 2009 PST)





CO: Approaches to medical marijuana vary widely from city to city
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gjsentinel - The Dillon Town Council rejected regulations that would have allowed dispensaries and extended a moratorium on them for another three months. Conducted a survey last month asking municipalities how they are addressing medical marijuana dispensaries. (Mon Nov 16 16:16:56 2009 PST)






Perata, health groups launch tobacco tax initiative
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contracostatimes - (US) AMA: Time for another look at marijuana Seymour LLC, which controls Oaksterdam University and other cannabis-related businesses. Perata in September endorsed a marijuana-legalization ballot measure co-authored by... (Mon Nov 16 15:49:04 2009 PST)





Updated: Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana
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wausaudailyherald - (US) Updated: Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana ! wausaudailyherald.com ! Wausau Daily Herald Updated: Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana MADISON Legalizing medical marijuana will ease the cancer patients pain and help others who are suffering. (Mon Nov 16 15:41:09 2009 PST)








[also postcrescent10352]
Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana
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winonadailynews - (US) Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana (AP) - Supporters of legalizing marijuana for medical purposes say the time is right to change the law in Wisconsin. (Mon Nov 16 15:41:09 2009 PST)





[also wfrv10547]
TOP: State panel to begin research on legalized marijuana funds - General Assembly - projo.com - The Providence Journal
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projo - (US) The commission charged with exploring how much money the state could reap if it legalizes marijuana and taxes its sales will meet for the first time Wednesday. (Mon Nov 16 15:06:00 2009 PST)








NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start
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idahostatesman - (US) He is among the first licensed medical marjijuana providers under a state law passed in 2007 legalizing medical marijuana. (Mon Nov 16 14:40:50 2009 PST)





[also thenewstribune6268]
NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start
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fresnobee - (US) NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start - National Wire - Fresnobee.com Hot Spot NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start NM's medical p... (Mon Nov 16 13:40:55 2009 PST)







State lawmakers support medical marijuana
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wfrv - (US) Supporters of legalizing marijuana for medical purposes say the time is right to change the law in Wisconsin. (Mon Nov 16 13:40:55 2009 PST)






AuburnPub.com - NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start
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auburnpub - (US) These days his office desk is strewn with the raw materials of a new enterprise: fat. He is among the first licensed medical marjijuana providers under a state law passed in 2007 legalizing medical marijuana. (Mon Nov 16 13:40:55 2009 PST)







Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana
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lacrossetribune - (US) Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana MADISONB - Supporters of legalizing marijuana for medical purposes say the time is right to change the law in Wisconsin. (Mon Nov 16 13:40:55 2009 PST)





Lawmakers to Consider Medical Marijuana Bill
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wuwm - (US) Thirteen states have legalized medical marijuana. (Mon Nov 16 13:40:55 2009 PST)



Marijuana
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myfoxwausau - Marijuana Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana Wisconsin(AP)- MyFox Wausau - B Supporters of legalizing marijuana for medical purposes say the time is right to change the law in Wisconsin. (Mon Nov 16 13:40:55 2009 PST)




Times stokes cloud of controversy over Breck pot vote
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coloradoindependent - Times stokes cloud of controversy over Breck pot vote + Colorado Independent Times stokes cloud of controversy over Breck pot vote At one time, back before the Great Recession, Vail Resorts even had a mandatory drug-testing policy for new hires, as well as a grooming policy (for hair, not snow) to k... (Mon Nov 16 13:04:45 2009 PST)




KAALtv.com - Wis. Dems Support Medical Marijuana
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kaaltv - (US) (AP) - Supporters of legalizing marijuana for medical purposes say the time is right to change the law in Wisconsin. (Mon Nov 16 12:40:59 2009 PST)





Two Democratic state lawmakers announced on Monday that a bill they are co ...
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wjfw - (US) Some Wisconsin Democrats Support Medical Marijuana - Supporters of legalizing marijuana for Two Democratic state lawmakers announced on Monday that a bill they are co-sponsoring to legalize medical marijuana will be the Two Democratic state lawmakers announced on Monday that a bill they are co-sponsoring to legalize medical marijuana will be the Mark Pocan of Madison were joined by advocacy groups and patient... (Mon Nov 16 12:40:59 2009 PST)




Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana
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host.madison - (US) Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana Supporters of legalizing marijuana for medical purposes say the time is right to change the law in Wisconsin. (Mon Nov 16 12:40:59 2009 PST)





Cannabis Science Hails The American Medical Association For Urging The United ...
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streetinsider - All Are Experts In the Development Of Medical Marijuana Laws In Anticipation Of Medical Marijuana Legalization. (Mon Nov 16 12:40:59 2009 PST)




Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana
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chippewa - (US) Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana Supporters of legalizing marijuana for medical purposes say the time is right to change the law in Wisconsin. (Mon Nov 16 11:41:33 2009 PST)




[also wcco6527, channel30004585, fox11online6358, wsaw4210, todaystmj44416, kstp4404]
Location for PA medical cannabis hearings
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examiner - Location for PA medical cannabis hearings Philadelphia NORML Examiner Get alerts when there is a new article from the Philadelphia NORML Examiner. (Mon Nov 16 11:41:33 2009 PST)






First Marijuana Cafe Opens in Portland
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newsmax - (US) Is the first to give certified medical marijuana users a place to get hold of the drug and smoke it . As long as they are out of public view . (Mon Nov 16 11:41:33 2009 PST)





Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana
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waow - (US) SportsWisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana Supporters of legalizing marijuana for medical purposes say the time is right to change the law in Wisconsin. (Mon Nov 16 10:49:39 2009 PST)





[also gazettextra7790, 620wtmj3975, channel30004400]
DEVELOPING STORY: Push for medical marijuana
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wkowtv - (US) Two state lawmakers are pushing for legalization of marijuana for medicinal use in Wisconsin. (Mon Nov 16 10:42:46 2009 PST)





CNSNews.com - New Mexico's Medical Pot Program Has Slow, Cautious Start
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cnsnews - He is among the first licensed medical marjijuana providers under a state law passed in 2007 legalizing medical marijuana. (Mon Nov 16 10:42:46 2009 PST)









MoneyGive it up! SEC may try to take Beazer CEO Ian McCarthy's compensation
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nydailynews - (US) Is the first to give certified medical marijuana users a place to get hold of the drug and smoke it . As long as they are out of public view . (Mon Nov 16 10:42:46 2009 PST)







Smoking pot no big deal?
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washingtonpost - (US) Baby boomers find growing public acceptance of marijuana use : Pot smoking Is that a new attitude toward marijuana you smell? A softening of opposition to pot smoking is wafting through the air. He will be joined by freelance editor and occasional pot smoker. Thanks for looking in on our discussion about pot smoking among middle aged and older people and the signs generally that tolerance of marijuana use is ... (Mon Nov 16 10:42:46 2009 PST)











Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana
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wkowtv - (US) Weather and SportsWisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana (AP) - Supporters of legalizing marijuana for medical purposes say the time is right to change the law in Wisconsin. (Mon Nov 16 10:42:46 2009 PST)




[also wqow4078, wkbt4068]
Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana
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wxow - (US) Weather and Sports !Wisconsin Democrats support medical marijuana (AP) - Supporters of legalizing marijuana for medical purposes say the time is right to change the law in Wisconsin. (Mon Nov 16 10:42:46 2009 PST)




[also wausaudailyherald11223, waow4062, nbc154298, chicagotribune7144]
Handshakes and Vetted Questions: Obama's Chinese Town Hall
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prisonplanet - (US) There were no hay bales, no bunting and no activists with questions about universal health care, clean coal or legalizing marijuana. There were no hay bales, no bunting and no activists with questions about universal health care, clean coal or legalizing marijuana. ... (Mon Nov 16 09:49:55 2009 PST)



Iowans turn to marijuana for ailments
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thehawkeye - (US) Some Iowans acknowledge they are not waiting for a state board's recommendation whether to legalize marijuana for medicinal purposes. (Mon Nov 16 09:41:29 2009 PST)






Man with MS leeks legalization of medical marijuana
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wfaa - (US) "What they fail to understand is there is THC available in a legal dose called Marinol. (Mon Nov 16 09:41:29 2009 PST)




Iowans turning to marijuana for ailments
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thonline - (US) Some Iowans acknowledge they are not waiting for a state board's recommendation whether to legalize marijuana for medicinal purposes. (Mon Nov 16 08:40:56 2009 PST)







NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start
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charlotteobserver - (US) He is among the first licensed medical marjijuana providers under a state law passed in 2007 legalizing medical marijuana. (Mon Nov 16 07:41:32 2009 PST)






NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start
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kentucky - (US) NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start - Business - Wire - Kentucky.com GreenSpot GreenSpot ... (Mon Nov 16 07:41:32 2009 PST)








In Montana, Medical Marijuana Law Creates Dilemma
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flatheadbeacon - (US) Registered caregiver Chris Williams was making deliveries to medical marijuana patients recently when he was pulled over by a law enforcement officer. (Mon Nov 16 07:41:32 2009 PST)




NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start
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siouxcityjournal - (US) He is among the first licensed medical marjijuana providers under a state law passed in 2007 legalizing medical marijuana. (Mon Nov 16 06:21:10 2009 PST)









[also mercurynews4284, ktar2775, lcsun-news5208, montereyherald4571, tdn7379, journalstar7471, magicvalley7599, timesonline12338, missoulian7542, trib7374, pantagraph7670]
Marijuana is a 'medicine like any other medicine', DOH secretary says
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newmexicoindependent - Marijuana is a ‘. DOH secretary says + New Mexico Independent Marijuana is a ‘. DOH secretary says Marijuana is a ‘. (Mon Nov 16 06:05:52 2009 PST)






NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start
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ledger-enquirer - (US) NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start - Photos - Ledger-Enquirer.com NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start ... (Mon Nov 16 06:05:52 2009 PST)






NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start - Nation - Wire - Wichita Eagle
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kansas - (US) He is among the first licensed medical marjijuana providers under a state law passed in 2007 legalizing medical marijuana. (Mon Nov 16 05:49:22 2009 PST)






In New Mexico, first to license medical pot producers, program is off to slow ...
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the33tv - (US) Program is off to slow. Who was among the first licensed medical marijuana providers in New Mexico. (Mon Nov 16 05:49:22 2009 PST)






NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start
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ydr.inyork - He is among the first licensed medical marjijuana providers under a state law passed in 2007 legalizing medical marijuana. (Mon Nov 16 05:40:59 2009 PST)







[also contracostatimes5165, ldnews3286, santacruzsentinel4718, chicoer4267]
NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start
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mercedsunstar - (US) NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start - Nation - MercedSun-Star.com Sunspot Forum NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start NM's medical... (Mon Nov 16 05:40:59 2009 PST)






[also thestate4435]
News-Talk 1110 WBT - News Story: NM's medical pot program has slow, cautious start
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wbt - Who was among the first licensed medical marijuana providers in New Mexico. New Mexico is slowly breathing life into a law passed in 2007 legalizing medical marijuana. (Mon Nov 16 05:34:35 2009 PST)






A Talk With Shasta County Sheriff Tom Bosenko
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anewscafe - T have long to rejoice. Insisting that state laws regarding federally regulated drugs were invalid in the face of federal law. It will not be a priority to use federal resources to prosecute patients with serious illnesses or their caregivers who are complying with state laws on medical marijuana.”. (Mon Nov 16 04:18:46 2009 PST)









Marijuana eases pain, Iowans say
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desmoinesregister - (US) Iowans say Some Iowans acknowledge they are not waiting for a state board's recommendation on whether to legalize marijuana for medicinal purposes. (Mon Nov 16 02:40:17 2009 PST)





Medical marijuana patients continue to be caught in legal web
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coloradodaily - (US) Arrests for possession and cultivation have gone down over the past year. He didn't have his medical marijuana card on him. (Mon Nov 16 00:40:01 2009 PST)






Boulder fundraiser aims to help medical marijuana patients facing charges
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dailycamera - (US) I would have been a criminal' Medical marijuana industry's growth spurs backlash Romer's medical marijuana bill would target dispensaries. Erie give initial OK to pot dispensary bans Boulder County pot dispensary owners organize Boulder DA: Enforcing pot laws is lowest priority Boulder DA: Seeking clarity on medical marijuana Broomfield. (Mon Nov 16 00:40:01 2009 PST)






Mountlake Terrace rejects medical marijuana dispensary
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enterprisenewspapers - (US) Ve been using medically authorized marijuana to manage pain for years and have run their business out of their homes since the beginning of the year. (Mon Nov 16 00:40:01 2009 PST)







Woody Harrelson takes a stand on war, marijuana and 'The Messenger'
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sdnn - (US) Scott Marks: What are your latest efforts in the struggle to legalize marijuana? (Mon Nov 16 00:04:18 2009 PST)







