Shittles..TasteTheAsshole Posted July 26, 2013 Share Posted July 26, 2013 Reading this. Trudeau on legalizing pot: Realistic promise or just blowing smoke? Justin Trudeau has changed his position on marijuana and now wants to see the drug legalized. Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau said Wednesday at a rally in Kelowna that he doesn't want to just decriminalize marijuana – he wants to legalize, tax and regulate it. Is there any chance Trudeau would follow through on this promise, or is he just blowing smoke to appeal to younger voters? Thomas Bink: Call me a prude, but I've never been a fan of the idea of legalizing or decriminalizing drugs – we have enough social and health care problems with cigarettes and alcohol. And I honestly think most MPs, regardless of political stripe, feel the same way. Politicians make promises to get support and get into office, and that's all we're seeing here. It's a popular – but not very practical – opinion intended to get young, apathetic voters on the Trudeau bandwagon. Andy Radia: I think it's a little from column A and a little from column B. I think in theory it's a great idea. It will have a lot of appeal in British Columbia – the pot capital of North America – and with young people across the country. But there are just to many logistical challenges for it to happen, at least in the near future. I had one U.S. immigration lawyer tell me to expect two- or three-hour waits at the border while every single car is checked over with a drug sniffing dog. There's also the issue driving under the influence of pot. Law enforcement has enough problems policing drinking drivers, how are they going to policing stoned drivers Matthew Coutts: How cynical have we become? Suspecting a politician of promising something popular without the intention of following through. Sheesh. But seriously, Trudeau is already, presumably, the favourite for young voters. And unless I’m completely deaf on this, this legalization promise isn’t going to be the thing that suddenly makes apathetic youngsters get off their butts. I’ve read a few of Trudeau’s past comments and I think he’s personally conflicted about pot decriminalization. Which makes me think he’s serious about this plan to legalize and tax it. Keep it out of the hands of kids and make some bank on the side. Besides, if the Liberals do win the next election (and that’s a big, dubious if), it will take longer to tear down all the Tory’s Economic Action Plan propaganda billboards than it will to iron out the kinks that come from legalizing pot. Radia: I think it will be a ballot box question for some – especially in British Columbia. I don't expect the 1.8 million youth who didn't vote in 2011 to rush to the polls based on this issue, but it will help. I'm glad, however, that for the first time a major party leader has put this out there, because it's an idea that needs to be discussed. I don't know if legalization is the answer – or is even possible – but the current system of prohibition of marijuana isn't working. The current laws have led to high rates of gang violence and huge expenses associated with growing enforcement costs and expensive legal proceedings. I hope Trudeau is sincere about making changes. Coutts: Sure, I suppose the debate is where Trudeau hopes to score points, especially in B.C. But if he’s taking a hard line like this, he must be ready to push the issue. I agree with what Tom said earlier, most MPs are probably pretty conservative on this issue, regardless of political stripe. He’s not going to rattle cages like this for a quick headline. And as for the actual process of legalizing it, let’s remember that alcohol was prohibited once. And they are making legal weed work in Colorado and Washington. Bink: I think both of you have been sampling a bit of the wacky weed yourselves. This is a bad idea that will make soft conservatives dig in even harder against Trudeau. And as for the idea that regulating legal pot is the answer for keeping it out of the hands of kids? You've got to be kidding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
massgraff Posted July 26, 2013 Share Posted July 26, 2013 That flag's kinda cool. u think they should legalize pot man? Abouta order pizza. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewGirl Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 Looking for something to watch on Netflix wishing I didn't have to work tomorrow :o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
massgraff Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 Maad foggy. bouta hit the mall tho, then family cookout...if i feel so inclined. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shittles..TasteTheAsshole Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 Not sure. I know the quality of chronic available would go up but the taxes would likely double or tripple the current prices. 10 years ago a pack of smokes was about $3 since then taxes have raised the price to $11+ thus creating a big illegal cigarette market of terrible quality cigs. Knowing your bud was grown under strict health regulations, mould & pesticide free would be a nice bonus but at $30 per gram I'm undecided. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewGirl Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 Shredding checks at work :rolleyes: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicineCabinet Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 its raining Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
massgraff Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Not sure. I know the quality of chronic available would go up but the taxes would likely double or tripple the current prices. 10 years ago a pack of smokes was about $3 since then taxes have raised the price to $11+ thus creating a big illegal cigarette market of terrible quality cigs. Knowing your bud was grown under strict health regulations, mould & pesticide free would be a nice bonus but at $30 per gram I'm undecided. Quite the quandry. Chappelle show marathon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morton Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Wondering how to live a live free from distractions, while on the internet. Getting ready to be on vacation for a week, well mentally getting ready the physical preparations seem to be eluding me as I have been distracted all day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inappropriate_Responder Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 /\Enjoy first and foremost/\ Pack your shit, stop drawing our names. Me, Waiting on a Plate of food. Wife's at a party with the kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
injury Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Thinkin'. About to stop before I hurt myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewGirl Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Sitting in a bathroom being choked by Newport smoke. Drunk listening to jay-Z, at least the music is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatDrawingBitch Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Considering what dead animal is suitable to eat for lunch today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theprotester Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Just washed a couple of cars, still have two to go. Kind of losing motivation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Bag of Doughnuts Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Watching the hobbit for the first time with my daughter.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanfullofretards Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Joe Bag of Doughnuts!! Whats up man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicineCabinet Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 finally sat & cracked open a cold beea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
massgraff Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 The koth when they were fire fighters/container wars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McLovin Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 eating leftover spaghetti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicineCabinet Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 looked up a container wars clip.. shit is unintentional comedy gold lol buzzed lightyear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shittles..TasteTheAsshole Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 was feeling depressed from a shitty episode of Inside Man on CNN so I Googled ugly chicks and had a good lol at the fucked up pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Decyferon Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 jagerbombs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicineCabinet Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 molars working on this chicken sandwich as i type Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theprotester Posted July 29, 2013 Share Posted July 29, 2013 Now I'm wanting a chicken sandwich. Fuck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedicineCabinet Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 twas subpar, though got a hot pizza sitting in front.. tomatoes & pineapples with dipping sauce at the ready cold root beerX2 orchid cigarette for dessert time to relax.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatDrawingBitch Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 @decy you know. #wreckheads masticating a bacon and egg muffin and sippin on cappucino. Preparing to make adverts and start sorting out possible replacements for moi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatDrawingBitch Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 I just learned to jazz flick and jazz skip haha :D Chick I'm living with is a dancer, she is teaching some flashdance shit so she's going through some routines, gonna have a coupla bevvies, watch her, occasionally dance and do some sketchin. #funchillshit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Decyferon Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 sitting on my bed trying to motivate myself to move Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatDrawingBitch Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 @decy MAN UP I HAVE BEEN DOIN 80S DANCING WITH S ;P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Decyferon Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 haha yea and if i could see that i'd have something to perk me up watching a programme about caligula, mad disappointed it isn't about 12oz's caligula Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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