B U R N I N G Q U E S T I O N SABOUT THE WORLD’S MOST USEFUL PLANT

BENEFITSEmployment Opportunities

Medicinal Alternative

crime rate decrease

Debunking the Myths

Safer Recreation

HempProducts

Options For Consumption

EconomicBoost

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Introduction of a new industry can turn around our country’s employment rates

Possible replacementfor prescription drugsthat produce risks of overdose and adverse effects

The new industry can make an immediatepositive impact on our economy

Involvement inharmless activities would no longer fillour prisons

Everyone’s methodof consumption maybe different, dependantupon their preference

Putting to rest the common misconceptionsassociated with usage

Comparison to legalproducts that comewith a great numberof risks

Some existing productscould be replaced and produced for less moneyor in a way that is muchmore eco-friendly

NEW INDUSTRYWILL CREATE NEW JOBS

DISTRIBUTION

REAL ESTATE

CONSTRUCTION& MAINTENANCE

PUBLICATIONRESEARCH &DEVELOPMENT

SPECIALTYFOODS SALES MERCHANDISE

GARDENING& FARMING

Product delivery to customers and to resale stores.

Property for grow operations, warehouses or resale stores.

Foods prepared with the plant open a whole new market.

Sales of the plant for recreactional and medical usage.

Clothing and general merchandise and usage accessories.

Expanded industry of magazines, books and articles.

Opportunity to study the bene�ts and possibilities of the plant.

Grow Operations will require special systems built and maintained.

Crops require great care in order to produce a successful result.

+ Cancer Treatment-cannabis is more effective in treating emesis than chemotherapy, without causing nausea or loss of appetite

Stops Tumor Growth-THC restricts the blood vessels that feed tumor cells, which may starve those cells from further growth

Suppresses Multiple Sclerosis- cannabinoids reduce pain, spasticity, depression, fatigue and incontinence

Treatment for Post Traumatic Stress- assists irritability and depression; can eliminate anxiety and obsession

Slows the effects of Alzheimer’s- chemical components of marijuana reduce inflammation and stimulate the production of new brain cells, which enhances the memory

Counteracts ADD & ADHD-attention span and energy level are under control without the dangerous effects of prescription alternatives

Alleviates Chronic Pain- clinical trials indicate that inhaled marijuana significantly alleviates neuropathic pain

HIV/AIDS Treatment-counters symptoms of anxiety, appetite loss, nausea and neuropathic pain

Treats Glaucoma-reduces interocular pressure and utilizes neuroprotective activity

Slows Osteoporosis-activation of the CB2 cannabinoid receptor reduces bone loss and stimulates bone formation

Treatment for Anorexia-increases food intake and can result in maintaining a healthy weight

Controls Sleep Apnea- THC and endocannabinoids stabilize respiration during sleep

Counteracts Autism-improves attitude, behavior and concentration on task behavior

Suppresses Inflammation-cannabis has long been known for its anti-inflammatory characteristics

listed here are some of the benefits of medical cannabis

C. Sativa

C. IndicaIndica strains are effective in treating problems related to anxiety, chronic pain, insomnia and muscle spasms.

Cross-breeds and hybrids can produce varying results depending on their dominant sub-species. These are also effective in treating medical problems differently.

Sativa strains are effective in appetite stimulation, relieving depression, migraines, chronic pain and nausea.

The Healthy Choice

Opportunity for Economy

LEGALIZATIONCAN SAVE WASTED FUNDSAND PRODUCE BILLIONS IN NEW TAX REVENUE

$Currently the Medicinal Marijuana Market is valued near $1.7 Billion, based on states who have legalized cannabis for medicinal purposes.By 2016, this number isprojected to be nearly$8.9 billion

Based on the number of con�rmed users and existing prices for marijuana, an estimated $18 billion is spent annually on the Black Market

Production Costs: 33 cents per gramSales: $10 per gram3000% Profit Margin, plus Sales Tax

National Drug Control is projected to request a budget of $26.2 billion for 2012

These numbers do not include the potential pro�ts and tax revenue to be made off of merchandise and accessories in relation to the marijuana industry. Percentage of Drug Control Budget

Spent on Marijuana Prohibition in 2002

Marijuana74%

All Other Illegal Drugs(cocaine,

meth, etc.) 26%

END OF PROHIBITION WOULD DECREASE CRIME RATES

Unnecessary Imprisonment

Where Does All Your Tax Money Go?

Cut Crime by Eliminating Part of Black Market

Our Civil Liberties Have Been Breached

In 2001, 20% of all prisoners in the U.S. were serving time for marijuana-related offenses.

858,408 people were arrested for marijuana-related offensesin 2009

Shouldn’t it be our right to choose what enters our bodies, as long as it does not harm others?

Legalization of cannabis would result in the elimination of the “drug deal”, which is where people are exposed to dangerous drugs and possibly dangerous neighbor-hoods. If marijuana were a substance you can buyin the store in a controlled business transaction, we would be eliminating many dangers associated with buying it on the streets and the possibilities of children gaining access to the same situations.

specialty foods

$National Drug Control Budget Request for 2012: $26.2 billion

Reports estimate that legalizing Marijuanawould save $7.7 billion annually that is currently used on prohibition enforcement.

YOU DON’T HAVE TO SMOKE IT

joints, bongs and pipes

specialty foods

vaporizer

Joints are the marijuana counterpart to tobbacco’s cigarette, without the danger of disease or cancer

Pipes/Bowls are similar to regular tobacco pipes, but are made particularly for marijuana that has been broken down into smaller pieces or as kief.

Bongs can be made out of any air-tight vessel with a bowl attached by filling the base with water. The water is used to filter the smoke and reduce bacteria.

Marijuana can be baked or mixed into a large variety of foods and eaten to obtain a very high level of THC. Products include brownies, cookies, suckers, chocolates, burritos, chap stick and much more. Cannabis can also be cooked into butter and used in any recipe that calls for butter.

Vaporizers are used to heat the marijuana in a way that boils out the active compounds to create a vapor rather than smoke. The physical residue given off by burning the cannabis will not be an issue because of the vapor,, as is possible with smoke.

but, if you want to smoke it

there are many way to consume marijuana, including the use of a vaporizer, compressing it and eating it!

National Drug Control Budget Request for 2012: $26.2 billion

Reports estimate that legalizing Marijuanawould save $7.7 billion annually that is currently used on prohibition enforcement.

joints, bongs and pipes

vaporizer

truth about marijuana

Not aGateway Drug

Marijuana is Not Just for Criminals

You Can NotOverdose

Marijuana is Not Addictive

Slower Reaction Speed

Possible caseof the Giggles

Causes Thirst and Hunger

Does Not CauseLung Cancer

Causes Eye Redness

Does Not Cause Brain

Damage

Depending on the strain and the dosage:

Using marijuana can cause temporary impairments in short-term memory and what's called 'executive brain functions', the ability to learn new information or engage in complex manipulation of learned material. These effects disappear as the drug effects wear off.

There is no evidence that marijuana use encourages use of hard drugs, only that users of hard drugs are likely to have tried marijuana. (If drug users also have drank alcohol, then can we also call alcohol a gateway drug?)

It is not possible to consume the amount of marijuana that would result in a lethal overdose.

Unlike cigarettes and alcohol, smoking marijuana does not result in physical dependency and does not produce any withdrawal symptoms.

Smoking anything is not healthy, but there have been no reports of lung cancer as a result of marijuana use and the smoke only contains a fraction of the irritants and carcinogens in comparison to the chemicals in cigarettes. Marijuana does not have to be smoked, it can also be eaten or inhaled from a vaporizer.

Your eyes will get red and that can be solved with eyedrops or sunglasses. There is nothing wrong with this kind of eye redness.

Marijuana does result in dry mouth and could be helpful for those who need to rehydrate. Usage also results in “the munchies” and is good for people who need to maintain a healthier appetite.

Having a good laugh is good for your mind and body and marijuana consumption can result in an overjoyed feeling that makes things seem funny that may not have seemed funny before.

Studies have shown that drivers take less risks and drive slower after marijuana use, but consumption does result in a slight impairment of psychomotor and cognitive function. As with many medications, it is not recommended that you operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after use.

analyzing the myths and the facts about marijuana use

Marijuana may effect everyone differently and depending on the strain and the dosage taken, it can cause a number of symptoms including: drowsiness, lethargy, anxiety, and an increased heart rate. These problems may be avoided with assistance from a medical professional in choosing your prescription.

Cancer Treatment-cannabis is more effective in treating emesis than chemotherapy, without causing nausea or loss of appetite

Stops Tumor Growth-THC restricts the blood vessels that feed tumor cells, which may starve those cells from further growth

Suppresses Multiple Sclerosis- cannabinoids reduce pain, spasticity, depression, fatigue and incontinence

Treatment for Post Traumatic Stress- assists irritability and depression; can eliminate anxiety and obsession

Slows the effects of Alzheimer’s- chemical components of marijuana reduce inflammation and stimulate the production of new brain cells, which enhances the memory

Counteracts ADD & ADHD-attention span and energy level are under control without the dangerous effects of prescription alternatives

Alleviates Chronic Pain- clinical trials indicate that inhaled marijuana significantly alleviates neuropathic pain

HIV/AIDS Treatment-counters symptoms of anxiety, appetite loss, nausea and neuropathic pain

Treats Glaucoma-reduces interocular pressure and utilizes neuroprotective activity

Slows Osteoporosis-activation of the CB2 cannabinoid receptor reduces bone loss and stimulates bone formation

Treatment for Anorexia-increases food intake and can result in maintaining a healthy weight

Controls Sleep Apnea- THC and endocannabinoids stabilize respiration during sleep

Counteracts Autism-improves attitude, behavior and concentration on task behavior

Suppresses Inflammation-cannabis has long been known for its anti-inflammatory characteristics

-Daytime Emmy Award Recipient-22 years of military service-founder of MS Foundation-Uses and Endorses Medical Marijuana

-NYC Mayor since 2002-13th Richest man in the U.S.-when asked if he has smoked pot: “You bet I did. I enjoyed it.”

-7-time Mr. Olympia-Governor of California 2003-2011-Star of The Terminator series-"[Marijuana] is not a drug. It's a leaf."

1 INALCOHOLIS RELATED TO25D E AT H S

CigarettesKILL AN ESTIMATED

443,000

106,000

PEOPLE EACH YEAR

PRESCRIPTIONMEDICATIONS

ANNUAL DEATHS IN THE US

0MARIJUANA Death Toll

Legalization of cannabis would result in the elimination of the “drug deal”, which is where people are exposed to dangerous drugs and possibly dangerous neighbor-hoods. If marijuana were a substance you can buyin the store in a controlled business transaction, we would be eliminating many dangers associated with buying it on the streets and the possibilities of children gaining access to the same situations.

food

hempcrete

body careproducts

dietary supplements

fuel

medicine sail canvas

paperproducts

rope

bags

carpet

jewelry fabrics plastics

benefits of hemp

O-3

oilsseeds fibers

Fibers are the most valuable part of the hemp plant and can used to produce a number of products, including:

Paper-this use could cut down on deforestation for use in paper products

Fabric-fibers grow naturally white, brown, gray, black and green; clothes, bags and bedding

Twine-useful in the practice of macrame jewelry

Plastics-combined with kenaf and flax to make composite materials

Rope, Netting and Sail Canvas are also products of hemp fiber

Oils from the seeds are often found to be useful and could benefit the economy a great deal, products include:

Biofuel-can be directly used to power diesel engines; hemp is a clean burning and non-toxic plant that be a cheap fuel alternative

Medicine-hemp can be used as an anti-inflammatory and to relieve symptoms of eczema

Dietary Supplement-hemp oils contain a larger amount of omega-3 than walnuts

Hemp seeds and other pieces of the plant can also produce:

Foods-similar products to many soy or rice based organic foods including milk, tea and cereal

Farming-because of its height and dense foliate, it can be used to kill tough weeds without the use of dangerous herbicides by minimizing the pool of weed seeds in the soil

Hempcrete-hemp and lime are mixed into bricks similar to concreate that are efficient insulation materials for construction

Indica- species of cannabis that is rela tively short, conical, and densely branched; when ingested, indica produces a pleasant body buzz, which is very helpful for relaxation, stress and pain relief

Sativa-species of cannabis that is known for its height and sparse leaves; when ingested, sativa produces an uplifting and energetic euphoria

THC-tetrahydrocannabinol is the main psychoactive substance found in cannabis

Strain(s)- pure breeds or hybrid varieties of cannabis; devel-oped to highlight specific combinations of properties of the plant

Hybrid- strains of marijuana that are created by breeding different strains that may could also be from different strains of cannabis

Cannabinoids-chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant and work with receptors in the brain and immune system; THC is themost notable of cannabinoids

Hydroponics-method of growing plants using mineral nutrient solutions in water, without soil; a standard technique in biology research and teaching

Hash oil- resinous matrix of cannabinoids produced by a solvent extraction of cannabis

Hashish-cannabis preparation composed of compressed stalked resin glands, called trichomes, collected from unfertilized buds of the cannabis plant

Kief- trichomes of cannabis which accumulate in containers or be sifted from loose dry cannabis buds with a mesh screen or sieve; kief contains a much higher concentration of tetrahydrocannabinol

Cannabis-a genus of flowering plants that includes three putative species; cannabis has been for hemp, seed, seed oils, medicinal purposes and as a recreational drug

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Cannabis-a genus of flowering plants that includes three putative species; cannabis has been for hemp, seed, seed oils, medicinal purposes and as a recreational drug

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