After a recent scan of the Michigan Department of Community Health’s site regarding the Medical Marijuana Program we noticed something disturbing. Under the Frequently Asked Questions section was the following:
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Senator Rick Jones Uses Medical Marijuana as the Trojan Horse to Undo No Fault Insurance in Michigan
We have cracked the code why Michigan Senator Rick Jones has been anti medical marijuana and shown disrespect for patients and voters alike. It is no secret that Senator Jones can thank the auto insurance industry for generous donations to his campaigns. It is obvious by every action, vote or comment that the interest of auto insurers and not his constituents often come first with Rick.
Montana: Governor Vetoes a Bill to Repeal Medical Marijuana Law
This article was originally published on the Marijuana Patients Organization site on April 16, 2011. Gov. Brian Schweitzer vetoed a bill on Wednesday that…
Researchers: Prescription Pills Are The True Gateway Drug
Still think that using prescription drugs recreationally is harmless? According to a new study by researchers at the University of Buffalo (UB), opioid prescription drugs are the most common type of gateway drug for illicit drug addicts.
May Rally Presented by the Michigan Medical Marijuana Association
This article was originally published on the Marijuana Patients Organization site on April 11, 2011. We, the people, have spoken.. They, the politicians, disagreed……
Delaware Should Become the 16th State to Legalize Medical Marijuana
Fifteen states and the District of Columbia have enacted laws giving their residents access to medical marijuana. Delaware should become the 16th.
Three Out Of Four Americans Support Legalizing Medical Marijuana In Their State
New York, NY–(ENEWSPF)–April 8, 2011. Some three out of four (74 percent) Americans believe that marijuana should be legalized as a ‘medical treatment’ option in their state, according to an online Harris Interactive poll of 3,171 adults. By contrast, fewer than half of respondents (42 percent) say that they support ‘the legalization of marijuana for … recreational use.’
Montana and Michigan Voters Still Support Medical Marijuana
Despite efforts in Montana and Michigan to repeal or alter medical marijuana laws, recent polls show voters in both states still support the practice.
Board Member to Address the League of Women Voters
The Oakland area chapter of the League of Women Voters will be holding an informational discussion on medical marijuana and have asked the Marijuana Patients Organization to assist. Attorney and board member, Neil Rockind will lead the discussion along with Oakland County Assistant Prosecutor Beth Hand and other officials.
Michigan Medical Marijuana Industry White Paper
Guns. To some, they represent safety and security. To others, they represent pure unbridled power. While there will always be vigorous discussion on the proper role of these weapons in a society that holds dear both civil liberties and the right to bear arms, there is little debate that they have no place in a doctor/ patient relationship. Sick people who, on the advice of their physicians, are seeking out medication should not have to fear police raids and SWAT teams as part of the process. Yet, police departments throughout the State of Michigan think this sort of harassment is a necessary ingredient to ensure the state’s medicinal marijuana initiative is properly implemented.
Michigan Doctors More Willing to Prescribe Medical Marijuana
According to a recent study, there has been a 40% increase in a patient’s primary physician recommending the use of medical marijuana.
ACLU Asks Michigan Supreme Court to Hear Medical Marijuana Case
DETROIT – The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan asked the state’s highest court yesterday to review the case of a registered medical marijuana patient who is facing felony drug charges despite complying with state law. If the appeal is accepted, it will be the first time the Michigan Supreme Court weighs in on the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act.
“The criminal prosecution of Larry King is a gross injustice,” said Dan Korobkin, ACLU of Michigan staff attorney. “Larry is a law-abiding citizen who followed all the rules. The overwhelming majority of Michigan voters approved the Medical Marijuana Act to protect people like Larry from criminal punishment.”