CA: Schwarzenegger Says It's Time to Study Legalizing Pot - Page 2

Freedom_User · 05-06-2009, 04:18 AM

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Originally Posted by MestUp7

He is just choosing his words carefully, that's all. This is a big step for us but at the same time it will not hut his reputation. He has to be careful what he says. Now that he has laid the groundwork for a debate, he will let the evidence speak for itself.

Good post, I believe this is going to be good for media recognition. Message away ladies and gentleman.

TheQuestionMark · 05-06-2009, 05:36 PM

'Insert cheesey pun relating to a line from on of his movies.'

lol but seriously, yay!

hofferman132 · 05-06-2009, 06:32 AM

this is awesome but.. hmm today he announced its wildfire awereness week and guess what, just today another wild fire sprung up in my hometown santa barbara.

Freedom_User · 05-06-2009, 06:53 AM

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger: “It’s Time For A Debate”
Wed, 06 May 2009 02:25:23 By: Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director

Last week NORML reported on the results of a just-released Field Research Corporation poll that found that 56 percent of California voters agreed with the statement: “Legalize marijuana for recreational use and tax its proceeds.”

Today, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger was asked about the Field poll result, which was the third poll of 2009 demonstrating majority support for legalizing pot among west coast voters.
His reply:

“I think it’s time for a debate (regarding taxing and regulating the sale of cannabis for adults). I think all of those ideas of creating extra revenues, I’m always for an open debate on it. And I think we ought to study very carefully what other countries are doing that have legalized marijuana and other drugs, what effect did it have on those countries? It could very well be that everyone is happy with that decision and then we could move to that.“

What a difference eight weeks makes. After all, this is the same Gov. Schwarzenegger that said in February that he vehemently opposed California Assembly Bill 390: The Marijuana Control, Regulation and Education Act, which seeks to impose a tax on the commercial production and legal retail sale of cannabis.

And today? Well, today the Governor is singing a different tune.

“It’s time for debate. … I’m always for an open debate on it.”

So are we!

Since March, NORML supporters have sent over 8,000 e-mails to their members of the California state assembly in support of AB 390, sponsored by Assemblyman Tom Ammiano. Now it’s time to start directing those thousands of e-mails, phone calls, and letters to the Governor.

Tell Gov. Schwarzenegger: “I am one of the majority of California voters who supports taxing and regulating the use and sale of cannabis by adults. Studies consistently show that countries that have removed criminal penalties for the personal use of marijuana, such as Portugal and the Netherlands, have far lower rates of cannabis use than the united States. I agree that the time has come for an objective and public debate on this topic. I urge you to encourage the legislature to hold hearings on this important issue.”

You can also send an automated e-mail to Gov. Schwarzenegger’s office via NORML’s Take Action Center here.

Norml-blog

DoobieBrother · 05-06-2009, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Arnie

"I think we ought to study very carefully what other countries are doing that have legalized marijuana and other drugs, what effect did it have on those countries?"

Portugal, Spain.

jpbc99 · 05-06-2009, 04:56 PM

Its about time he spoke up.

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Originally Posted by ITG

Schwarzenegger Says It's Time to Study Legalizing Pot
05/05/09 | The Sacramento Bee | Kevin Yamamura

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger said Tuesday it's time for California to study whether to legalize and tax marijuana for recreational use, though he's not yet advocating for such a change.

The governor was asked about a recent Field Poll showing that 56 percent of registered voters support legalizing and taxing marijuana to raise revenues for cash-strapped California. Assemblyman Tom Ammiano, D-San Francisco, has proposed legislation that would legalize the drug for recreational use, rather than just medical purposes.

"Well, I think it's not time for that, but I think it's time for a debate," Schwarzenegger said. "I think all of those ideas of creating extra revenues, I'm always for an open debate on it. And I think we ought to study very carefully what other countries are doing that have legalized marijuana and other drugs, what effect did it have on those countries?"

He said his native Austria is revisiting some of its marijuana laws, for instance. The Austrian Parliament last year authorized cultivation of medical marijuana.

"It could very well be that everyone is happy with that decision and then we could move to that," Schwarzenegger said of other nations' legalization policies. "If not, we shouldn't do it. But just because of raising revenues ... we have to be careful not to make mistakes at the same time.

Schwarzenegger previously has shown a casual attitude toward marijuana. He was filmed smoking a joint in the 1977 film, "Pumping Iron." And he told the British version of GQ in 2007, "That is not a drug. It's a leaf." Spokesman Aaron McLear downplayed the governor's comment as a joke at the time.

California alone could not easily legalize pot, given that it remains a federally regulated substance. Ammiano said in March he is hoping President Barack Obama would allow California to move toward legalization.

Schwarzenegger appeared Tuesday at a California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection facility in Davis to promote "Wildfire Awareness Week."

Jibber420 · 05-06-2009, 06:54 PM

I've seen videos online of Arnold smoking a joint and he seems very happy to be doing so in the video. It seems to me that he personally and probably privately would endorse marijuana legalization.

Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goWaJ...layer_embedded

However, he is a politician and as someone stated above needs to be careful what he says. My guess though, is if this bill makes it to his desk, I don't see why he wouldn't sign it....though getting it to his desk may be the tricky part.

DoobieBrother · 05-06-2009, 07:53 PM

I don't see why he wouldn't sign off and legalize it because:

1) He wouldn't have even called for a debate if he wasn't already open to the idea.
2) He wants proof from other countries that it works. It works for Portugal, Spain.
3) He tokes. C'mon.

Freedom_User · 05-06-2009, 08:12 PM

YouTube - Broadcast Yourself.

Edit:

4:20 CNN is playing this video with a whole segment. LOL @ the 420 time. Coincidence?

pkster8235 · 05-06-2009, 08:48 PM

Well, it's good the Terminator is ready to explore the idea of legalization. Even if he's not just flat out doing it.. it's all a process and I think they're headed in the right direction.
I can only hope that Canada follows suit soon.

05-06-2009, 05:36 PM	#2
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hofferman132 Jr. Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 128 Grams: 887.77 Thanks: 16 Thanked 41 Times in 19 Posts Stock Portfolio Total Value: 0.000 Gain/Loss: 0.000%	this is awesome but.. hmm today he announced its wildfire awereness week and guess what, just today another wild fire sprung up in my hometown santa barbara. __________________ I Am, Sofa King, We Todd Ed

05-06-2009, 06:53 AM	#4
Freedom_User ....Is really high Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 3,239 Grams: 13,525.94 Thanks: 1,718 Thanked 2,246 Times in 1,077 Posts Stock Portfolio Total Value: 0.000 Gain/Loss: 0.000%	Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger: “It’s Time For A Debate” Wed, 06 May 2009 02:25:23 By: Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director Last week NORML reported on the results of a just-released Field Research Corporation poll that found that 56 percent of California voters agreed with the statement: “Legalize marijuana for recreational use and tax its proceeds.” Today, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger was asked about the Field poll result, which was the third poll of 2009 demonstrating majority support for legalizing pot among west coast voters. His reply: “I think it’s time for a debate (regarding taxing and regulating the sale of cannabis for adults). I think all of those ideas of creating extra revenues, I’m always for an open debate on it. And I think we ought to study very carefully what other countries are doing that have legalized marijuana and other drugs, what effect did it have on those countries? It could very well be that everyone is happy with that decision and then we could move to that.“ What a difference eight weeks makes. After all, this is the same Gov. Schwarzenegger that said in February that he vehemently opposed California Assembly Bill 390: The Marijuana Control, Regulation and Education Act, which seeks to impose a tax on the commercial production and legal retail sale of cannabis. And today? Well, today the Governor is singing a different tune. “It’s time for debate. … I’m always for an open debate on it.” So are we! Since March, NORML supporters have sent over 8,000 e-mails to their members of the California state assembly in support of AB 390, sponsored by Assemblyman Tom Ammiano. Now it’s time to start directing those thousands of e-mails, phone calls, and letters to the Governor. Tell Gov. Schwarzenegger: “I am one of the majority of California voters who supports taxing and regulating the use and sale of cannabis by adults. Studies consistently show that countries that have removed criminal penalties for the personal use of marijuana, such as Portugal and the Netherlands, have far lower rates of cannabis use than the united States. I agree that the time has come for an objective and public debate on this topic. I urge you to encourage the legislature to hold hearings on this important issue.” You can also send an automated e-mail to Gov. Schwarzenegger’s office via NORML’s Take Action Center here. Norml-blog

05-06-2009, 06:54 PM	#7
Jibber420 New Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 53 Grams: 2,173.35 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Stock Portfolio Total Value: 0.000 Gain/Loss: 0.000%	I've seen videos online of Arnold smoking a joint and he seems very happy to be doing so in the video. It seems to me that he personally and probably privately would endorse marijuana legalization. Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goWaJ...layer_embedded However, he is a politician and as someone stated above needs to be careful what he says. My guess though, is if this bill makes it to his desk, I don't see why he wouldn't sign it....though getting it to his desk may be the tricky part. __________________ God gave us this wonderful plant to enjoy, so dammit...thats what i'm gonna do! Let the plant grow! Throw seeds where ever you go!

05-06-2009, 08:48 PM	#10
pkster8235 Lazy Dancer Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,594 Grams: 22,960.87 Thanks: 767 Thanked 722 Times in 505 Posts Stock Portfolio Total Value: 0.000 Gain/Loss: 0.000%	Well, it's good the Terminator is ready to explore the idea of legalization. Even if he's not just flat out doing it.. it's all a process and I think they're headed in the right direction. I can only hope that Canada follows suit soon. __________________ We treat mishaps like sinking ships and I know that I don't want to be out to drift..

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