[Mass288]

Originally Posted by Battlebasset

Nope. The crime and other problems it brings is far surpassed by any revenue it brings in. Just google "pot Denver crime".

I'm not sure why we allow it to be dispensed the way that it is for medical purposes. Should controlled medical substances be dispensed by a pharmacy?

Finally, just like alcohol, kids are going to get it. Per the Mayo Clinic:

Marijuana use in teens

Marijuana contains more than 500 chemicals, of which delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is considered the primary psychoactive (mind-altering) compound. The concentration of THC in a marijuana product is directly proportional to its potency or how much of a high it will give when consumed. Marijuana use among adolescents and young adults can affect normal brain development, leading to problems in learning, memory, coordination, reaction time and judgment.

Excessive and frequent use of marijuana is associated with hallucinations, paranoia, and a range of emotional problems. The severe form of marijuana abuse is called marijuana use disorder. Youth who use marijuana at an early age, in high amounts and with the risk factors mentioned above are more prone to developing marijuana use disorder.

If it was restricted to adult in private, then I don't care. But you know it won't be. Move to NYC if you like the smell of skunk weed as you walk the streets.

Ok way to go with the 1960 propaganda...nice touch now back to reality when was the last time you ever saw a news story about an entire family being wiped out in a car accident because he.....just smoked a joint.....Ah never ...now try it with booze ......genius. get real

[swooner]

Got that right!;

[swooner]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

Yea. It's a no brainer because the current system is a total scam. Anyone who wants to buy medical marijuana in Florida can do so now by just paying the money. The screening system is a joke.

Got that right

[Pugchief]

Vote Yea.

Anyone who wants to get it can do so, via medical card or black market. Enforcement is low to nonexistent. Legalizing it will help to ensure (as far as that goes) purity. At least you will know what you are getting.

Hopefully, FL will learn from failures in other states. Taxing it is fine, but you have to keep it cheaper than the black market or users will go there instead.

[ThirdOfFive]

A no-brainer.

Pot is available to anyone who wants it. Has been for decades. Given that, there is no reason NOT to legalize it--which means regulating it, controlling quality, and of course taxing it.

Any sin tax--which this would be--is a potential cash cow, just like liquor and tobacco.

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

Marijuana is legal because anyone can buy it. They just need to pay a doctor. If the law passes, you won't need to pay a doctor.

You theory flawed, first you have find scrupulous doctor that will go against ethic’s to just give prescription for controlled substances. But, I could see some doctors getting kick backs just like pushing some pills.

[GoRedSox!]

I don't smoke it, but I say yay.

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by ThirdOfFive

A no-brainer.

Pot is available to anyone who wants it. Has been for decades. Given that, there is no reason NOT to legalize it--which means regulating it, controlling quality, and of course taxing it.

Any sin tax--which this would be--is a potential cash cow, just like liquor and tobacco.

This what’s wrong with government think taxing something makes it good idea. But, when money involved expect anything can go

[roob1]

Mo- Get the facts before you comment. These docs are licensed by the state to prescribe it...nothing unethical at all.


Originally Posted by retiredguy123 View Post
Marijuana is legal because anyone can buy it. They just need to pay a doctor. If the law passes, you won't need to pay a doctor.

Originally Posted by Topspinmo

You theory flawed, first you have find scrupulous doctor that will go against ethic’s to just give prescription for controlled substances. But, I could see some doctors getting kick backs just like pushing some pills.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Topspinmo

You theory flawed, first you have find scrupulous doctor that will go against ethic’s to just give prescription for controlled substances. But, I could see some doctors getting kick backs just like pushing some pills.

You don't get a prescription for Marijuana, you get a state license. The "approved" doctor certifies that you have a condition that allows the license. The problem is that everyone who goes to an "approved" doctor is also certified by the doctor for the license. No one is denied the license. So, effectively, there is no screening process. It is just a money grab for the doctor and the state.

Note that it costs about $300 per year to maintain a Marijuana license, not including the cost to buy the drug.

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by roob1

Mo- Get the facts before you comment. These docs are licensed by the state to prescribe it...nothing unethical at all.


Originally Posted by retiredguy123 View Post
Marijuana is legal because anyone can buy it. They just need to pay a doctor. If the law passes, you won't need to pay a doctor.

No, I’ll comment anytime I feel like it.

[Byte1]

Today''s MJ is said to be a hundred times more potent than the weed our generation used as teens. As far as I am concerned, I have seen enough young folks with a lack of motivation and lack of willingness to work. I doubt if I could tell the difference if old folks smoked it or not. But, have fun enforcing DUIs due to pot influence. Sounds to me that the gov. wants more stuff to tax and folks want more medications to dull their "hard" life. Just keep that stuff away from me because I get sick when I smell the stuff burning.

[Kelevision]

Originally Posted by Topspinmo

You theory flawed, first you have find scrupulous doctor that will go against ethic’s to just give prescription for controlled substances. But, I could see some doctors getting kick backs just like pushing some pills.

You realize marijuana isn’t a controlled substance, right? But those are actually legal and any doctor can prescribe them. It’s why people die from overdosing. Never once has anyone died from overdosing on pot.

[justjim]

Originally Posted by Topspinmo

Marijuana is already legal in Florida?

Then why need to be voted on?

Making recreational Marijuana legal will bring in millions of tax dollars. Some of this money could be used for mental health help for the many that need it. It could also be used on homeless seeking affordable housing and education could benefit . Other State and local taxes could be reduced. Wife and I will vote yes.

[justjim]

Originally Posted by GoRedSox!

I don't smoke it, but I say yay.

Marijuana doesn’t necessarily have to be smoked.