The Hemperor, Jack Herer has Died (SALEM, Ore.) - The sad news has been confirmed. Jack Herer, author of Emperor Wears No Clothes and renowned around the world for hemp activism, has died at 11:17 a.m. today, in Eugene, Oregon. Jack Herer suffered a heart attack last September just after speaking on stage at the Portland HempStalk festival. The last seven months have proven to be a huge challenge to the man, with several health issues making his recovery complicated. Jack Herer's health has been poor lately, this last week there have been reports of the severity, and an outpouring of prayers on his behalf. "It's shocking news, even after these last seven, trying months," said Paul Stanford, THCF Executive Director. "Jack Herer has been a good friend and associate of mine for over 30 years. I was there when he had the heart attack at our Hempstalk festival and I know he wouldnât appreciate the quality of life he's endured these last months. Still he will be greatly missed. I honor his memory." "No other single person has done more to educate people all across the world about industrial hemp and marijuana as Jack Herer. His book is translated into a dozen different languages, it's a bestseller in Germany," added Stanford. "The Hempstalk stage will forever be the Jack Herer Memorial stage. And, a Memorial is planned to be built where he fell that day," Stanford said. "His legacy will continue to inspire and encourage for generations to come."
MEXICO CITY, Mexico (CNN) - The United States needs to do more to reduce demand for illegal drugs if it wants to help reduce the violence that has wracked its southern neighbor, Michelle Obama said Wednesday.
The first lady of the United States made that comment after meeting with her Mexican counterpart, Margarita Zavala de Calderon, whose "New Life Centers" help with prevention and education so that fewer young people will become addicted.
"We need to do more of the same," said Obama, who cited education and opportunity as key elements to any successful anti-drug campaign.
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Join us to celebrate SAFER's 5th anniversary at its biggest event ever! On Saturday, May 8th, from 5pm to 8pm, SAFER will be holding its 5th Anniversary Celebration in the Mt. Sopris Room at the Grand Hyatt Denver (1750 Welton St.). Former two-term Governor of New Mexico Gary Johnson will be joining us as our keynote speaker, and other confirmed guests include Denver City Councilman Chris Nevitt and SAFER co-founder and Marijuana Is Safer coauthor Steve Fox. There will be a $10 suggested donation at the door - which includes one raffle ticket - but we encourage you to come prepared for the raffle and a silent auction. The event will feature a short program of speakers, plenty of hors d' ouevres and a cash bar, as well as some other surprises and goodies! WHAT: SAFER 5th Anniversary Celebration SAFER has been a driving force behind much of the progress that has been made in Colorado over the past five years. Through successful ballot initiatives and campus referendum campaigns; statewide, local, and campus organizing; and a wealth of news coverage conveying its critical message, it has emerged as one of the most effective and productive reform organizations in the nation. We hope you will continue to lend us your support as we approach our very reachable goal of a sensibly regulated marijuana market for ALL adults. Help SAFER keep up the fight by donating today or becoming an event sponsor! Sponsorships start as low as $100, and -- as always -- ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE.  We are also seeking donations of goods and services to include in our silent auction and raffle, and we will consider accepting them in addition to (or in place of) financial donations as part of this event's sponsorship program. The deadline for becoming a sponsor is Sunday, May 2, at 11:59pm, but the earlier you sign on, the more opportunities we will have to include your business or organization in our promotion of the event. Please review the sponsorship chart below or CLICK HERE to determine what level of sponsorship is right for you or your business/organization, then: â¢Â Make your donation securely on-line using a credit card by clicking HERE or visiting http://tinyurl.com/ybhdspg Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions or would like any further information regarding the event or sponsorships. You can reach us during regular business hours at 303-861-0033, or you can e-mail us at [email protected]. Otherwise, thank you for your support and we look forward to hearing from and seeing you soon!
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The Medical College of Wisconsin will investigate the effects of chemicals in marijuana on the development of psychiatric disorders thanks to $1.7 million grant from the National Institute of Health's National Institute on Drug Abuse.
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Using lab research and mouse models, this study will test the hypothesis that the primary psychoactive chemical in marijuana produces an over-activation of an enzyme in the brain and that this is responsible for the increased incidence of psychiatric disorders in marijuana users.
I never did (and pretty surely never will do) pot, alcohol or cigarettes in my life so legalizing pot (or even cocaine, heroine, crack etc) won't change my life at all. as a matter of fact any taxation that doesn't affect my pocket is welcomed.
