Debris: Friday, 2.23.07
February 23rd, 2007 by Tim- “Idol” Hopeful Nixed from H’wood for Pot Rap? [via Commongate]
- Paris Hilton Smokes Joints in Cars [via Egotastic]
- Interview w/ Rolling Stone Writer of Medical Cannabis in LA [via LAist]
- Mother Arrested After Daughter Smells Of Marijuana [via FOX21]
- Federal Charges in Home Grow-Op [via SFGate]
- Santa Monica City Council Hears Proposal for Dispensary [via Argonaut]
- Help Legalize Medical Marijuana in CT: Sign Online Petition [via Drug Policy]
ASA Sues US Government for Pot Mistakes
February 23rd, 2007 by Alex
As some of you may have read, an important legal motion has been filed by Americans for Safe Access against the United States government. They have intelligently changed tactics away from forcing the US to decriminalize marijuana, but instead admit that they have it inaccurately classified.
For decades, the United States has been ignoring fundamentally proven scientific studies (not to mention thousands of sufferer affidavits) that solidify the stance marijuana is a legitimate medical treatment.
Joe Elford, Chief Counsel for Americans for Safe Access, says it best:
The FDA position on medical cannabis is incorrect, dishonest and a flagrant violation of laws requiring the government to base policy on sound science.
Now, I believe this is the first attainable step towards 100% decriminalization and then (later down the road) legalization. This move shows that not only are medical marijuana groups intelligently approaching their ultimate goal of safe access, but they’ve got the guts to follow it up with action.
I can go on and on about this subject, but this has been reported in many, many different places - I just wanted to throw in my own take. Below are plenty of links that delve into this issue further:
- Americans for Safe Access Press Release
- New Study Shows Medical Value of Marijuana
- Government Sued for Marijuana Lies
- Medical Pot Advocates Sue Feds Over False Info
- US Is Sued Over Position on Marijuana
- Medical Marijuana Group Sues US Government
- Government Sued for Marijuana Lies (World News)
And with all of this scientific data backing us up, it’s always interesting to see a completely biased anti-marijuana post written on a supposedly “progressive” weblog - Progressive U.
It’s awesome to see how the article author gets crucified in the blog comments. Guess this puts the lazy, uneducated stoner myth to rest…
Cherry Lemon Lime Soda
February 23rd, 2007 by Tim
Medicinal beverages are growing in popularity at local dispensaries. Today, I’m reviewing Cherry Lemon Lime Soda.
| theFreshScent Product Recap | |
|---|---|
| Category | Medicinal Beverage |
| Company | Generic |
| Pros | Good taste |
| Cons | Subtle effects |
| Price | $25.00 |
| tFS Rating | 6.0/10 |
The aftertaste is where the regular soda characteristics end, as you can distinctly taste the thin film that coats the surface of your mouth. And that coating reminds you, “Hey, I’m having a weed drink.” Cool. Thanks weed drink.
As for the carbonation, there wasn’t enough of it, and that’s a big minus. I want my soda bubbly. Like my buddy Alex said with his Strawberry Soda review:
These beverages are for medicinal use only and enable patients who are unable to smoke or in situations where it is inappropriate to smoke the ability to stay medicated. The soda takes anywhere from 45 minutes to 1½ hours to settle in. Depending on your body size/weight and if you’ve eaten recently, the effects can vary, but generally involve a subtle body high that lasts for a couple of hours.
If you get a chance to try it out, I would, but don’t get more than one. Not enough pick-me-up for the price.
theFreshScent + SmokeClear Giveaway!
February 23rd, 2007 by Alex
From time to time, a generous manufacturer will send us a big box full of their goodies. There’s no way that the tFS staff can use all of this stuff, so why not get it out to the people who’ll really appreciate it? You guys.
Today, we’re announcing our first giveaway.
The rules are extremely simple - leave a comment on this post (make sure to include a valid email address) and you’re entered to win. How simple is that?
There will be 3 randomly chosen winners who will receive the following:
- 1 customized theFreshScent / SmokeClear T-shirt
- 2 packs of SmokeClear Single-Wide Mini Papers
- 2 packs of SmokeClear King Size Papers
Not bad right?
There are a few basic rules - you must be 18 years or older to enter this giveaway, only one entry per person and you must live within the United States.
Winners will be announced in exactly one week on Friday, March 2nd.
Good luck everyone!
Debris: Thursday, 2.22.07
February 22nd, 2007 by Tim- Medical Marijuana Advocate Killed in Colorado Home Invasion [via FOX]
- High Schoolers to Be Drug Tested for Alcohol Use [via DoseNation]
- Mexico to Expand Drug Raids Along Texas Border [via Chron]
- Ole Miss May Get Competition in Growing Legal Marijuana [via Daily Journal]
Medical Marijuana: Hawaiian Sativa
February 22nd, 2007 by Ryan
Hawaiian Sativa is something that looks like it just unloaded off a plane from Hawaii. A nice, plump piece of the big island!
| theFreshScent Product Recap | |
|---|---|
| Strain | Hawaiian Sativa |
| Type | Sativa dominant |
| Pros | Peaceful high |
| Cons | High could be stronger |
| Price | $20/g, $60/8th |
| tFS Rating | 7.5/10 |
The high isn’t as long lasting as you would hope for, but it does give you a great peaceful feeling for about an hour. Sure does help after a long day of work. Overall, it doesn’t pack the biggest punch but it does what is needed for a nice, relaxing evening.
This is one of those random strains you come across once in awhile, not living in the Hawaiian islands, this is relatively an inexpensive buy. A good looking, great tasting, and nice smelling bud that could use a little more kick.
Debris: Wednesday, 2.21.07
February 21st, 2007 by Tim- Tonight Show Guest Bill Maher Talks Dixie Chicks, Pot [via Celeb Stoner]
- State Troopers Find Shitload of Marijuana in Big Rig [via Pegasus]
- Study: Smoking Changes Brain the Same Way as Drugs [via Reuters]
- Barrow, Jackson Deputies Seize $4.9m in Marijuana, Cash [via Gwinnett]
- Proximity to School Prompts Closure of L.A. Dispensary [via NBC4]
- Pot Not Hot: Weed Losing Its Cool in Australia [via SMH]
- The Marijuana Legalization Movement Segment on CNN - VIDEO [via YouTube]
True Blunt: Sweet Cherry
February 21st, 2007 by Tim
True Blunts is a brand that we are going to feature more often on tFS. Their line has expanded in recent months, and with the addition of celebrity endorser Warren G, expect them to make a splash. Today, I’m reviewing the Sweet Cherry flavor.
| theFreshScent Product Recap | |
|---|---|
| Category | Blunts |
| Company | True Blunts |
| Made In | Mexico |
| Pros | On-point smell |
| Cons | Nothing stands out |
| Price | $1.00 |
| tFS Rating | 7.0/10 |
The wrap itself smells very similar to cherries. This is by far its strongest asset. Everything else kind of drops off afterwards. The wrap taste and texture is solid, but not amazing. There’s no flavor added and no scents added to your smoke. These wraps to burn at a nice pace and the smoke had a definite smoothness to it.
