College
of Western Idaho
Global-high-zation
Brandon Hope
Brandonhope@mycwi.cc
ENG
102-035W
Multigenre Project Portfolio
December 9, 2012
Monday, December 3, 2012
Preface/Introduction
Globalization is making headway with the three
main factors of business, culture, and technology driving it. The issue of globalization is a fascinating
one and interests me deeply because we are living at the forefront of it now. Currently I feel immature as a far as being
globally connected. Throughout this
research, I see myself as becoming more of a cosmopolitan per say. Considering why I feel like that, maybe can
come from the fact of my upbringing of parents from different ethnicity, a
mixing of cultures, Peruvian and American.
The end result my perspectives on the following issues of globalization. The topics I chose to discuss are issues we
face locally and globally. The drive behind these issues is the human spirit in
the form of creativity progress. The
theme of globalization is what I hope you find through out my portfolio. Thanks
for reading!
Local Argumentative Essay
College
of Western Idaho
Marijuana Laws and Limits
Brandon Hope
Brandonhope@mycwi.cc
ENG
102-035W
Local
Argumentative Essay
October
17, 2012
Abstract: The constant public upheaval of federal government laws
over medical marijuana continue to grow and as it has put more stress on the
states, medical dispensaries and patients involved. The federal government is slowly loosening
its grip on a state level with the fading ideology of past policies and rise of
future pro-pot policy.
Every
day we see local issues arise that were never issues before. Change occurs in small increments. One of these changes that are knocking on
Idaho's door is the argument over illicit marijuana use in the treasure valley,
and why instead of regulating it we continue to choose to enflame the black
market with unregulated product.
Regulation is the only route we have to curbing the rising costs of
illegal marijuana. The general consensus
of the population is in favor of medical marijuana use, more than 50 percent by
low estimates, and although twenty six states and the District of Columbia had
laws for medicinal marijuana, the federal government still formally opposes
it. The stark differences from states’
legalities have led to much confusion and a new approach is needed to help
medical marijuana users in Idaho. A better
plan is needed, one with a clearer and more comprehensive approach for
marijuana users in Idaho.
More
people today have taken to a liberal use of marijuana in today's society. The consequences
of the war on drugs has seen controversial moments, such as the very first
marijuana tax introduced in 1937, requiring sellers to obtain licenses that
were never licensed by the United States federal government. The effect has
been countless dollars spent on a money pit, fueling the black trade and
cartels strength. We as humans are
flawed, and enjoy mind-altering substances.
This dates back centuries and is intertwined even in religion. For
example the marijuana use was banned by Napoleon after he realized how much pot
was actually smoked by the Egyptians, thus tightening his control over their
society even more. Many of these drugs can be harmful for you and can be
addicting, but marijuana has been unfairly cropped as one of the enemies on the
war on drugs. The public's perception of
marijuana has radically changed over the past century. Susan Okie wrote an
article that showcases the federal regulations and how the states are not
really upholding the federal stance on marijuana, “Nevertheless, marijuana
advocates insist that the long-running battle between federal and state
governments over the medicinal use of marijuana is far from over. Activists
next plan to focus on getting more states to pass laws legalizing medical
marijuana” (The New England Journal of
Medicine Issue 353). Laws that
were set with a totally different mindset and bias are still in effect, and the
people seem to be speaking up for their rights.
As said by Chiriquí Pacula in an article she
wrote “There is so much confusion regarding the prevalence of medical marijuana
laws, their history, and what the laws actually allow" (JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH POLICY V.23
Issue 4). From state to state confusion
reigns and a new assessment of the scenario is required. New legislation has been trying to succeed
and has failed for the past two years.
The Idaho Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act, or HB 370, was
brought up and related to protecting Idahoans with serious and debilitating
medical-conditions from prosecution for having or using medical marijuana
prescribed by their physicians. This
would help tremendously, and put some ease into the people who really need the
medical prescription of marijuana to stay healthy. According to Rep. Tom Trail (R – Moscow) via
telephone interview, "there is no current legislation in the agenda"
this is given credit though to the two previous failed attempts at introducing
this to legislation for debate. Clear evidence
from the community continues to show support for future pushes of medical
marijuana in Idaho's future sessions. As stated in a report to congress from
Mark Eddy,
Fourteen
states, covering about 27% of the U.S. population, have enacted laws to allow
the use of cannabis for medical purposes.71 These states have removed
state-level criminal penalties for the cultivation, possession, and use of
medical marijuana, if such use has been recommended by a medical doctor. All of
these states have in place, or are developing, programs to regulate the use of
medical marijuana by approved patients" (Congressional Research Service).
Congressman Representative Tom
Trail of Moscow, continues to make headway for patients' rights in the state of
Idaho, he said “Moscow Republican Representative Tom Trail wants to change
that. Idahoans will soon be hearing about his new bill: the Idaho Compassionate
Use Medical Marijuana Act. This would protect Idahoans with serious and
debilitating medical conditions from arrest and prosecution for using medical
marijuana under their physician's recommendation” (Idahostatesman). Within the next half dozen years the progress
made in the pro-pot movement will be significant, especially being pushed by
our local representatives.
So
as the government figures out what to do with the industry that is seemingly
growing in their own backyard, the black market continues to thrive from the
exchange of illegal marijuana sales across state lines. Making its street value much more than what
it actually is. The contributions of
cash flow of marijuana could be tremendous, but if anything has happened, it
has steered money away from the state. "We know of at least 500 Idaho clients that have bought
property in Oregon just in the last 60 days... They don't want to break the
law, so this is going to be their new home. Idaho is losing residents, there's
no doubt about it" (Boise Weekly).
The prosecution of marijuana has turned into a money pit for states
still deciding when to de-regulate marijuana.
As an expense, and criminal offense, the percussions from someone
smoking pot can be great and unforeseen.
Overstated and over exaggerated are the penalized consequences for the crimes
of marijuana. Imagine instead of being a
negative factor to the budget, we could be taking on the role of regulator
could seeing profits from a whole new revenue that the government never thought
possible or has not had the chance to do.
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anywhere from $300 to $600 an ounce on
the street. We'll sell it for $150 to $250 an ounce. We're not here to make a
profit. No. 2, we will not buy directly from a grower. They must be
state-approved, and we will only sell their marijuana on consignment" (Boise
Weekly). This is coincides with the rigorous
goals of the regulations set forth by the State of Oregon, and shows that the
goal here is not profit, but really helping the patient get a better product
and feel more comfortable in their own life.
The future
of medical marijuana will only get brighter and stronger, as the old ideology
will pass on. As the political ideology
cycle continues, the once so called radical ideology of the past is now the
popular consensus of the future. All
great ideas go through this complicated phase of societal acceptance. The debate of marijuana is constantly changing.
Published in The New England Journal of Medicine in an article by Diane E. Hoffmann
and Ellen Weber it stated "Medical experts have also taken a fresh look at the evidence regarding
the therapeutic use of marijuana, and the American Medical Association (AMA)
recently adopted a resolution urging review of marijuana as a Schedule I
controlled substance, noting it would support rescheduling if doing so would
facilitate research and development of cannabis-based medicine" (The New
England Journal of Medicine Issue 362). This
is an obvious self check that I think our government will go through as soon as
possible. The laws in effect are ineffective
to Americans current views and paths.
Even newcomer politician Paul Ryan said “It is up to Coloradans
to decide” (Idahostatesman). This is the new response toward the pro-pot
movement than most traditional politicians.
The future is bright, as there is no stopping time. The need for a government supported plan on
medical marijuana is needed, or, marijuana continues to be used for whatever
purposed the public see fit, with or without the government, legal or illegal.
Works
Cited
Eddy,
Mark. "Medical Marijuana: Review and Analysis of Federal and State
Policies." Congressional Research Service (2010): 1. Print.
Hoffman,
Diane E., J.D., and Ellen Weber, J.D. "Medical Marijuana and the
Law." The New England Journal of Medicine 362 (2010): 1453+. Print
Okie,
Susan, M.D. "Medical Marijuana and the Supreme Court." The New
England Journal of Medicine 353 (2005): 648+. Print.
Pacula,
R. L. Chriqui. "State Medical Marijuana Laws: Understanding the Laws and Their Limitations." JOURNAL OF PUBLIC
HEALTH POLICY 23.4 (2002): 413-39. Google Scholar. Web. 23 Sept.
2012.
Prentice,
George. "Medical Marijuana Right Across the Border | A tour of 45th
Parallel, a new medical marijuana dispensary | News | Boise Weekly." Boise Weekly. N.p., 11 May
2011. Web. 16 Sept. 2012.
Riccardi,
Nicholas, and Kristen Wyatt. "Denver:Ryan: Dont interfere with legalized
medical pot | National Politics | Idahostatesman.com "Idahostatesman.com. N.P.,n.d.Web.16 Sept. 2012.
Trail,Tom. Idaho Rep-Moscow. Telephone
Interview. 9 Sept. 2012
Two Personal Writings
Journal Entry #6
When
people ask me what religion I am, or if I believe in the lord Jesus Christ, I
reply that my personal view of religion
has broadened and widened over the past couple of years. This may be to the self realization I am
having with my own path in life and how I want to find out for myself. I usually reply that I am monotheistic ( I
use to consider my agnostic until I read the actual definition in the
text) and that I do believe in the
fundamentals of monotheism, I just don't know who god is and what his plan
really is. I think I have been humbled
enough to the point to be able to understand most perspectives, but still being
able to be objective at the same time.
What really matters to me in life is people, that's what I end up saying. That we are all here for each other and self
progression, this much we do know, so why not push it to the best of my
abilities? I feel sometimes religion is a means to put
justification for things in life.
Justification of good and what's evil.
Most religions today seem to cater to the people instead of the people
catering to the holiness, or even mutual respect of nature has been lost. I enjoy reading about the indigenous cultures
because I see common ground with them in the respect of nature and how everything
is connected.
Concert on a Sunday Afternoon-
As the concert proceeded, I realized that the true idea of
the cathedral and how it adds a much more impressive dynamic to the
performance. The stained glass windows,
was very easy on the eyes while the noon Sunday sunshine came through. I think I was the youngest person here. It made me think about how this looks almost
like a dying art. I doubt that would
ever happen due to the pure genius involved in the performances. I also observed that the mood set by a live
performance is along the lines of being meditative. Fortunately, the rhythm, and easy melodies of
the Baroque period allowed me to really get in tune with the music. The live presentation of music, allowed the
experiencing of real time melody. The
conductor engaged with the pieces and showed modest emotion while conducting
the pieces. Most orchestra members
seemed to take on a very low key humble role.
Matthew Tusky seemed embarrassed to stand up for a second round of
applause for example. It was pointed
out that the Boise Baroque Orchestra was started in 2003 by volunteers in the
community. Today it is still widely ran
by public donations and sponsors and widely appreciated by the community of
Boise.
Two Interviews
Trail,Tom. Idaho Rep-Moscow. Telephone Interview. 9 Sept. 2012
Taylor, Ryan. Convicted Felon from marijuana. Personal Interview. 18 Nov. 2012
Two letters of Inquiry
Katy Moeller @ The Idahostatesman
Katy Moeller,
Katy Moeller,
Hi my name is Brandon Hope and I am doing a research paper on medical marijuana's approach into the Treasure Valley. I hope to grab your attention for just 3-5 minutes of your time over a couple questions of your opinion of the matter in a telephone call. This would be in regards to the article your wrote "Idahoans seek legal medical marijuana — in Oregon".
I wanted to ask if there is currently any other legislation in place or if you knew of any since.
I wanted to ask if you knew that the convictions of marijuana from Oregon have been regarded lighter than ones convicted here in the valley.
I wanted to ask if you knew that the convictions of marijuana from Oregon have been regarded lighter than ones convicted here in the valley.
And last but not least, what was your general consensus of people attitudes toward marijuanas legality in the Treasure Valley.
Thanks and i look forward to hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Brandon Hope
208*******
Governor Butch Otter @ Idaho Legislature
Dear Mr. Butch Otter Sir,
Hi my name is Brandon Hope and I am doing a research paper on medical marijuana's approach in the valley and through out the united states, and even globally. I hope to grab your attention for just 3-5 minutes of your time over a couple questions of your opinion of the matter in a telephone call.
I wanted to ask if you ever smoke marijuana personally?
I wanted to ask if there is currently any other legislation in place or if you knew of any since the 2012 election, do you see any shifts in attitudes?
And last but not least, what was your general consensus of people attitudes toward marijuanas legality in the United States as a whole?
Thanks so much for your time sir, and i look forward to hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Brandon Hope
208*******
Film Essay
College
of Western Idaho
The Art of Flight (2011)
Brandon Hope
Brandonhope@mycwi.cc
ENG
102-035W
Film
Analysis Final Essay
November
12, 2012
Abstract: By exploring pushing the limit, our humanly instinct of
perpetual progress is aided by risk and innovation. In The Art of Flight, the film travels from
around the world backed by the most advanced snowboarding film crew to
date. By doing this they further spread
the idea that anything is possible as long as you put yourself out there in the
forefront of your niche.
In The Art of Flight, represented is a modern push of creativity and ideas
through the lens of a professional snowboarder and his crew. Our human condition of exploration and seeing
the unseen is bringing us to new edges and constantly pushing the limits of
humans around the world. In the Film, The Art of Flight, it shows the constant
yearning for pushing our human reality farther. Travis Rice said in an interview
about snowboarding, “That's not why I snowboard. The X Games are not why I
ride, and I think that goes for just about every other snowboarder I know. Real
snowboarders do it because they love it” (The Man who Snowed the World). The
integral ideological point of the film being that life is an adventure, and pushing
the extremes brings about innovation and innovation changes the world.
The Art of Flight was produced by
Redbull Media House in 2011. The making of
this film took two years and was directed and edited by Curtis Morgan. The main actor and narrator was snowboarder
Travis Rice. His carefully placed narrations really
produced a feel for the film and pushed it into almost of a ‘standout’ film just
because of all the innovation and effort put into it. One snippet from the film that really placed
the tone was when Travis Rice was preparing to fly down to Chile to shoot. He said, "We'll never know our full
potential unless we push ourselves to find it. It’s this self-discovery that inevitably
takes us to the wildest places on earth" (Travis Rice, The Art of Flight). The perpetual motion of the human spirit is
the same spirit that drove explorers of long ago and scientists of our modern
age. Being places that no man has
been. From Alaska, British Columbia,
Chile, Argentina, and the Rockies in the United States, the beauty and raw
power was a major determining factor for the reason of the films exploits. By exploring around the world in the name of
snowboarding, creativity and innovation was brought to the extreme parts of the
world.
Ultimately
we are all just humans and even though we are all as careful as we can be,
there still can be unforeseen consequences.
According to an article in Studies
in Physical Culture & Tourism, “That 62% of the respondents sustained
an injury while practicing snowboard” (Studies in Physical Culture &
Tourism V.13 pp.133-136). In this film, it’s about the constant search for big
snow, bigger powder, and being somewhere we have never been, no matter the
consequences. This puts them in
scenarios in some life threatening scenarios.
All in the pursuit of adventure, and the extraordinary ride involved in
it. Another key narration in the film said, “The mountains are serious and they
are serious for anyone getting in the backcountry. It’s not just going in and
riding crazy stuff, it’s not just with riding with film crews. It’s like you’re
in the back country and your putting yourself at risk and nobody is above the
law" (Travis Rice, The Art of Flight). Anytime you innovate, risks are involved and
when you're in the forefront of your field, your are constantly taking risks.
There
is no doubt that throughout the films expansive scenes of mother nature, that
they did not set a unprecedented standard for snowboard film making. The way they were taking the filming of
snowboarding was to a new level of creativity and innovation across the globe. Whether they were in the United States of
America or South America, they were constantly pushing the technological limits
of snowboarding through all sorts of risks to themselves. Bringing a sense of wanting to get out there
and do something like that myself. “When
it comes down to it, it’s pretty simple; Adventure is what you make of it. And whether it the travel, the discovery, or
just the feeling of letting go, the only way we will find out, is to get out
there and do it. Enjoy the ride” (Travis
Rice, The Art of Flight).
Works
Cited
Gajdzińska, AnnaKunysz,
PiotrMarciniak, Mikołaj. "Injuries In Modern Snowboarding." Studies
In Physical Culture & Tourism 13.(2006): 133. Associates Programs Source Plus. Web. 29 Oct. 2012.
Johnson, Noah. "The Man Who
Snowed The World." Men's Fitness 24.10 (2008): 61-64. Health Source - Consumer Edition. Web. 29 Oct.
2012.
The Art of Flight. Dir. Curt
Morgan. Perf. Travis Rice, Jeremy Jones. RedBull House Media,
2011. DVD.
"Trekking in Patagonia."
Trekkings. The best trekking routes. N.p., n.d. Web. 29 Oct. 2012.
<http://www.trekkings.org/en/z16-patagonia/>.
Global Essay
College
of Western Idaho
Global-high-zation
Brandon Hope
Brandonhope@mycwi.cc
ENG
102-035W
Global
Essay Final
December
9, 2012
Abstract: The issue of Marijuana has been brought to the forefront
of the political debate. Issues
involving the financial situations of the potentially legalized weed should be
of positive stature and should be recognized as good thing in our world.
The
arguably highest respected and famous president of the United States of
America, George Washington, said "Make the most you can of the Indian Hemp
seed and sow it everywhere" (www.masscann.org 2012). Legalizing Marijuana can positively affect
us, our community, and our nation. By
looking at the financial aspects of legalizing marijuana, we can begin to look
at the effect of it on a personal level and all the way to impact on a national
level. Even the third president of the United States said "Hemp is of
first necessity to the wealth & protection of the country" (www.masscann.org
2012). We can really see how money saved
can be allocated to more pressing issues and allow us to focus on the more
pressing issues in our lives, our community issues, and countries policies.
Marijuana
has been on the planet longer than the institution of man. Thus trying to enact
prohibition on a plant has had no place in our society. "The prestige of government has
undoubtedly been lowered considerably by the prohibition law. For nothing is
more destructive of respect for the government and the law of the land than
passing laws which cannot be enforced. It is an open secret that the dangerous
increase of crime in this country is closely connected with this" (http://relegalize.info/hemp/advocates.shtml). It is known that the myths and stories have
driven prohibition to such lengths of reaching inside everyone's homes for the
sake of moral goodness. Stories that
cannot hold true to today's standards that the new generations are setting
themselves. In a report by Lester Grinspoon, Associate Professor of Psychiatry
at Harvard Medical School he said before a Judiciary Committee of U.S. House of
representatives in 1997 "Cannabis is remarkably safe. Although not
harmless, it is surely less toxic than most of the conventional medicines it
could replace if it were legally available. Despite its use by millions of
people over thousands of years, cannabis has never caused an overdose death"
(Http://judiciary.house.gov
2012). Evolving how we are within
ourselves will allow us to focus on our neighboring communities more pressing
global drug issues.
Saving
money is a major reason for legalizing marijuana. Personally we would not have to put up with
the constraints of a judicial systems fines and penalties. State would begin to save money by stopping
the prosecution of it citizens for partaking in the centuries old habit. Ending the prosecution of thousands of
citizens could save " X amount" Looking at how much we save could be
very beneficial to our country and its
neighbors by not policing the borders as much for smuggling of marijuana.
The
increase of revenues would be seen worldwide.
From the pockets of the consumer paying normal prices, and not paying
inflated black market prices. To the
states making major revenues through taxes on the devils lettuce. What could be
wrong with helping the state budget one would ask, and I am here to say nothing. Nationally we would be keeping consumer funds
in our country instead of sending to drug cartels in other countries. This would be a substantial win for the economy
of the United States by buying USA and
keeping monies in the mother land.
All
this hassle about worrying about pot smokers and stoners would be abolished,
and as a community we would be able to focus on more pressing issues instead of
putting our own kids in jail. Ryan Taylor was recently charged with Felony possession
of Marijuana. He had some weed on him
while driving and I asked him how that impacted him financially, "I
literally went out and put fifteen hundred dollars down on my attorney after I
got my Felony charge. I spent another
twenty five hundred dollars in on fines and another three thousand on bail. All this money I could of spent on a house or
a car or something". This example
shows how a citizen could have put his funds forward toward the local economy
and fathered his own life instead of doing the opposite in jail. States could use all the time and resources
spent on prosecuting individuals and their habits. Nationally, focusing on more hard drugs is a
definite need in a society driven more in poverty. Focusing on the addictive and hardcore drugs
would keep our streets cleaner and help our country focus on its self in its own
borders instead of fighting the drug cartels in Mexico per say.
The
guise of marijuana use has been under the false guise of the government for too
long. We the people need to stay
vigilant and pro pot for our communities and even so for our economies. We can save vast amounts of money by not
prosecuting our citizens. We can increase revenues nationwide through
taxes. We can focus on the harder drugs
that are smuggled into our country from abroad.
There are also many other things marijuana is good for, but financially,
it's a win situation. We should take heed to what our founding fathers said
take full advantage of what this herb could do for us. John Adams is famous for the phrase "We
shall, by and by, want a world of hemp more for our own consumption." (www.masscann.org
2012)
Works Cited
Taylor, Ryan. Convicted Felon from marijuana. Personal
Interview. 18 Nov. 2012
"MassCann/NORML | Useful Quotes."
MassCann/NORML | Working to reform marijuana
laws in Massachusetts.. N.p., n.d. Web. 9 Dec. 2012. <http://masscann.org/education/useful-quotes>.
"09/25/97 Subcommittee on Crime -
Grinspoon Testimony." House Judiciary Committee. N.p., n.d. Web. 9 Dec. 2012.
<http://judiciary.house.gov/legacy/3002.h
"Industrial Hemp | Hemp
Advocates." ReLegalize.info Hemp Directory | Biomass, Biofuel, Fabric, Paper AND Organic
Plastic, Wood, Bricks, Medicine, Food. N.p., n.d.
Web. 9 Dec. 2012. <http://relegalize.info/hemp/advocates.shtml
Final Semester Reflection
Brandon Hope
Brandonhope@mycwi.cc
ENG 102-035W
Final Reflection
December 9, 2012
Writing
Without Boundaries
As
this semester began I was full of apprehension and even almost declared defeat
before the arrival of homework had even begun.
I was feeling overwhelmed from the looming shadow of full time
school. This was a clear lapse of judgment
in my English 102 class with Leslie Jewkes.
Her clear and concise efforts into the direction of discussion and
materials we covered made the essays and writings we had a much easier
task. I thought English 102 was going to
be full of procrastinating and lowering expectations, but in reality, it has
been the complete opposite. I have learned many things that I know that are
going to prepare me for the professional world.
From
the rather in depth research we were assigned on our first local essay, I
remember being flustered with the amount of homework I was tasked. I felt as
though I was being asked to do something I already knew. I also felt as though I was doing the same
task over and over again. To my surprise
though the annotated bibliography helped me realize that my main part of 'work'
on these types of argumentative one sided essays came from the research on
these assignments. It seems that the
more research or sources you would have helped solidify your writings in its
entirety. I remember saying at one point on discussions online "Oh, I see
now" in reference to the fact that my film analysis essay was so much
easier to write after doing proper research.
One
thing that I dreaded doing coming into this class was using citations in my
work. James Murray even once said in his wisdom that, "Quotations will
tell the full measure of meaning, if you have enough of them"(www.quotegarden.com
2012). You see, I already knew this and
I had been lazy in my learning of using proper citations in my work beforehand. This slowed me down from using the most
amount of sources that would be beneficial to my essays. I changed this in the Film Essay and really
got down to using appropriate quotes and citation by setting up writing
workshops in the tutor lab.
I
honestly can say I feel like the idea of having English 102 online was a good
idea of a full time student. More and
more we are communicating via email and forum as we did in this class. Messaging in some form or manner is more
common place than any time before. The
discussion boards was a great example of working thought and input from the
students with each other. The dialogue
was interesting and sometimes critical, but always said with the upmost of
intentions. This helped solidify my
writing/working relationships with my fellow students/coworkers. This class did a marvelous job of showing the
average English student what should be expected of them in a professional level
when it comes time to serve in the real world and I feel ready for any professional
career I handle.
Works
Cited
Murray, James . "Quotes about
Quotations, Proverbs, Sayings, Aphorisms, Etc." The Quote Garden - Quotes, Sayings,
Quotations, Verses. N.p., n.d. Web. 9 Dec. 2012.
<http://www.quotegarden.com/quotations.h
Polished Bibliography
Polished Bibliography
Every day we see local and global issues arise that were never issues before. Change occurs in small increments. One of these changes that are knocking on Idaho's door is the argument over the illicit marijuana use in the treasure valley, and why instead of regulating it we continue to choose to enflame the black market with unregulated product. Regulation on creativity is the charge of the conservative call. Although the general consensus of the population is in favor of medical marijuana use, the federal government still formally opposes it. The stark differences from states legalities have led to much confusion and a plan for what the people desire is needed. A plan is needed with a clear and more comprehensive approach for marijuana users in Idaho and around the world..
Every day we see local and global issues arise that were never issues before. Change occurs in small increments. One of these changes that are knocking on Idaho's door is the argument over the illicit marijuana use in the treasure valley, and why instead of regulating it we continue to choose to enflame the black market with unregulated product. Regulation on creativity is the charge of the conservative call. Although the general consensus of the population is in favor of medical marijuana use, the federal government still formally opposes it. The stark differences from states legalities have led to much confusion and a plan for what the people desire is needed. A plan is needed with a clear and more comprehensive approach for marijuana users in Idaho and around the world..
Local Essay
Eddy,
Mark. "Medical Marijuana: Review and Analysis of Federal and State
Policies." Congressional Research Service (2010): 1. Print.
Hoffman,
Diane E., J.D., and Ellen Weber, J.D. "Medical Marijuana and the
Law." The New England Journal of Medicine 362 (2010): 1453+. Print
Okie,
Susan, M.D. "Medical Marijuana and the Supreme Court." The New
England Journal of Medicine 353 (2005): 648+. Print.
Pacula,
R. L. Chriqui. "State Medical Marijuana Laws: Understanding the Laws and Their Limitations." JOURNAL OF PUBLIC
HEALTH POLICY 23.4 (2002): 413-39. Google Scholar. Web. 23 Sept.
2012.
Prentice,
George. "Medical Marijuana Right Across the Border | A tour of 45th
Parallel, a new medical marijuana dispensary | News | Boise Weekly." Boise Weekly. N.p., 11 May
2011. Web. 16 Sept. 2012.
Riccardi,
Nicholas, and Kristen Wyatt. "Denver:Ryan: Dont interfere with legalized
medical pot | National Politics | Idahostatesman.com "Idahostatesman.com. N.P.,n.d.Web.16 Sept. 2012.
Trail,Tom.
Idaho Rep-Moscow. Telephone Interview. 9 Sept. 2012
Film Analysis Essay
Gajdzińska, AnnaKunysz,
PiotrMarciniak, Mikołaj. "Injuries In Modern Snowboarding." Studies
In Physical Culture &
Tourism 13.(2006): 133. Associates Programs Source
Plus. Web. 29 Oct. 2012.
Johnson, Noah. "The Man Who
Snowed The World." Men's Fitness 24.10 (2008): 61-64. Health Source - Consumer Edition. Web. 29 Oct.
2012.
The Art of Flight. Dir. Curt
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