Everyone concerned about mandatory minimum jail sentences for cannabis should PHONE JAM the Senate until they vote NO on Bill C-15! full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - Marc discusses the possibility of being released on bail before he is extradited to the United States in Episode #5 of the Prison Potcast. full story
Ex-cop turned pot activist Barry Cooper is running for Attorney General of Texas on a 'Pro-Gun, Pro-Pot, Pro-Family' platform. full story
The symptoms and side effects of reefer madness are now clearer than ever. Politicians, even those who never inhaled, suffer paranoid delusions. full story
The Dutch are among the lowest users of marijuana or cannabis in Europe despite the Netherlands' well-known tolerance of the drug, according to a regional study published on Thursday. full story
More people are being arrested for pot crimes than ever; they are increasingly young and disproportionately nonwhite. full story
Organizers of a medical marijuana "university" in Oregon said the program has helped dozens of people learn how to grow cannabis and use it to manage illness. full story
Mexico City prosecutors say corpse of Hector 'Black' Saldaña not discovered until three hours after Mauricio Fernandez declared him dead. full story
Many millions have been made in Hollywood by lampooning the acute effects of marijuana on memory—but Israeli researchers suggest that they might one day be harnessed to prevent or treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - The fallout continues after the UK's top drug adviser, David Nutt, was fired for claiming cannabis and ecstasy are safer than alcohol and tobacco, with several resignations, increasing criticism of the government, and the possible collapse of the country's advisory council on drugs. full story
CC News & Feature Articles
CANNABIS CULTURE - Marc discusses the possibility of being released on bail before he is extradited to the United States in Episode #5 of the Prison Potcast. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - The fallout continues after the UK's top drug adviser, David Nutt, was fired for claiming cannabis and ecstasy are safer than alcohol and tobacco, with several resignations, increasing criticism of the government, and the possible collapse of the country's advisory council on drugs. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - Marc Emery supporters Canada-wide will be joining together at their local Member of Parliament's offices on Saturday, November 7th, at 2:00pm to demand freedom for the imprisoned activist. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - Ganja Guru Ed Rosenthal on how to store your finished buds to preserve them for long periods. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - A Republican activist and mother of two appeared on FOX News to call for the legalization of marijuana. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - The science of plant bondage and canopy management can help increase your garden's yield. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - Vancouver ‘Herb School’ activist David Malmo-Levine was handed a six-month prison sentence yesterday by a B.C. Provincial Court judge. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - In episode #4 of the Prison Potcast, Marc Emery reads his new essay "Stephen Harper and The End of Days (of Canada as we know it): Revelations about the Conservative Party's direction for Canada". full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - For almost a month supporters of Marc Emery have camped outside of the North Fraser Pretrial Centre where the Vancouver activist is being held. Emery, who faces extradition for selling marijuana seeds through the mail, could be sent to the United States as early as Wednesday. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - Former Supreme Court of Canada Appellant and cannabis activist David Malmo-Levine will be sentenced on Wednesday, Oct. 28th at 9:30 AM at 222 Main St. in Vancouver. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - Ganja Guru Ed Rosenthal on how to test your harvested buds for dryness. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - Stoner Veteran Tommy Chong showed up at the 2009 Cypress Hill SmokeOut Festival in Cali this weekend, and he just happened to be wearing a 'Free Marc Emery' T-Shirt. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - Want to help get Marc Emery out of prison and end cannabis prohibition, but don't know what to do? Here is a list of 75 things you can do to help Marc get out of jail – ideas that can also be used to end the war on drugs! full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - Marc discusses the book The Myth of the Addicted Army by Jeremy Kuzmarov in Episode #3 of the Prison Potcast. full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - Marc Emery has inspired more than a few musicians in his quest to Overgrow the Government. Take a listen: here are some songs about The Prince of Pot. full story
CC Blogs
Marc Emery 6 hours 42 min ago This letter I wrote about funding for religious schools was published in the Vancouver Sun.
Barry Cooper 20 hours 33 min ago It's never safe to smuggle large amounts of marijuana through a public airport; however, it's important for some people to fly with their medicine and NeverGetBusted.
Jeremiah Vandermeer 1 day 13 hours ago I just received a call from my friend David Malmo-Levine, who is locked up in Fraser Regional Correctional Centre in Maple Ridge, BC.
David Malmo-Levine 1 day 18 hours ago To continue to incarcerate the harmless under the auspices of "encouraging a respect for the law" insures only that justice is not done.
Kirk Tousaw 1 day 20 hours ago There is absolutely no evidence that ending prohibition will increase usage.
Breaking News
Nov 6 2009 The new movie The Men Who Stare At Goats is bringing the CIA's LSD use and abuse back into the spotlight.
Nov 5 2009 "As a parent, I ask myself, 'how do I feel about this?' And... after a little thought, I actually feel better knowing my child is with trusted friends, ingesting measured substances than on a corner at night buying an illegal substance from a stranger."
Nov 5 2009 The authorities are reporting a staggering jump in the number of plants seized in California’s annual marijuana eradication effort.
Nov 5 2009 If you wanna hear drug czar Gil Kerlikowske getting served by random people who hate the drug war, check out this NPR interview.
Nov 4 2009 Banning a substance makes it wildly lucrative; punishing the small fry makes it easier for the bad guys to do business.
Nov 3 2009 Is CNN mellowing out or just dumbing it down? Dr. Eric Goth - full of hot air on CNN.
Nov 3 2009 Santa Cruz lawmakers will consider allowing no more than the two existing medical dispensaries within city limits, despite the federal administration's increasing acceptance of the medicinal herb.
Nov 3 2009 Drug Czar Gil Kerlikowske is attempting to discourage a medical marijuana drive in Iowa while a pharmacy board is holding hearings to collect input on the subject and could decide to make a recommendation to state lawmakers.
Nov 3 2009 Camrose RCMP are investigating after a home invasion at a rural acreage that was licensed to grow medical marijuana.
Oct 30 2009 Discussions continue at the Capital this week between Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and other state leaders regarding a bill supporting the legalization of marijuana for recreational use.
No Extradition for Marc Emery
Share this website everywhere! www.NoExtradition.net full story
CANNABIS CULTURE - Controversial drug bill C-15, which includes mandatory minimum jail sentences for small amounts of marijuana, passed the Canadian House of Commons with the support of both Liberal and Conservative parties. The bill now moves to the Senate for a final vote. full story
CC's Recommended Websites
Jun 26 2009 Excellent blog run by a Boston legalization activist - lots of videos, current marijuana news, and info on the Boston Freedom Rally.
Apr 1 2009 A collection of studies about marijuana, including numerous medical research references about the various ailments and diseases treated and prevented by cannabis.
Aug 22 2008 The Safety First Website provides resources for parents, educators and students who are interested in reality-based approaches to drug education that stress the health, safety and well-being of young people.
Aug 22 2008 Dedicated to the nonviolent prisoners of the US Drug War, to their families, and to all who work for their freedom and to restore respect for all Human Rights.
Aug 22 2008 The Drug Truth Network (DTN) is a media production organization, based at KPFT Radio Houston, dedicated to exposing the fraud, misdirection, and wastefulness of the "war on drugs."
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