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Why The Wall Street Journal Piece ‘Legal Marijuana’s Disastrous Legacy’ Missed The Mark
“What also goes unsaid in the WSJ piece are the clear benefits of legalization, including capturing tax revenue from criminal organizations, fixing the sordid history of racialized policing, and creating economic opportunities for communities, often minorities or in low-income zip codes, that were punished for cannabis in the first place.”
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How can you say you’re doing this for the culture and community? Which culture and community are you talking about?
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Does Donald Trump want to legalize weed? Here’s where he stands on marijuana legislation
“Over the past few months, Trump has expressed more direct support for the decriminalization of marijuana. During a press conference at Mar-a-Largo on Aug. 8, Trump said that as more states to legalize marijuana, he’s beginning to agree ‘a lot more’ with it. ‘As we legalize it (marijuana) throughout the country, whether that’s a good thing or a bad thing, it’s awfully hard to have people all over the jails that are in jail right now for something that’s legal,’ Trump said during the press conference. In his Truth Social post, Trump expanded, ‘I believe it is time to end needless arrests and incarcerations of adults for small amounts of marijuana for personal use.’”
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Marijuana Legalization and Crime
The relationship between marijuana legalization and crime rates in the U.S. is complex, but overall, studies have not found evidence that legalizing marijuana increases crime. In some areas, certain types of crime have even decreased.
Key findings from research:
1. No Increase in Violent Crime
- Studies from states like Colorado and Washington (the first to legalize recreational marijuana) show no significant rise in violent crime or property crime after legalization.
- Some areas near the U.S.–Mexico border even saw a decline in violent crime, possibly due to reduced drug trafficking violence.
2. Reduction in Marijuana-Related Arrests
- One clear effect is that arrests for marijuana possession drop sharply, which can significantly reduce overall arrest numbers.
- This frees up police resources for other types of crime.
3. Property Crime Effects Are Mixed
- Some studies found small decreases in property crime, while others found no change.
- Legal dispensaries with security measures may even deter local crime in some neighborhoods.
4. DUIs and Traffic Incidents
- While general crime doesn’t increase, traffic incidents involving marijuana may rise slightly, though the link is debated and varies by state.
Summary:
Legalizing marijuana does not appear to increase overall crime and may even be associated with a decline in certain crimes, especially drug arrests. However, it doesn’t cause a major drop in crime either—most changes are modest and vary by region.
Car Accidents Involving Alcohol
The exact percentages of car accidents involving alcohol (DUI) versus marijuana (THC) vary by state and study, but overall alcohol is far more commonly involved in crashes than marijuana.
Here’s a breakdown based on national U.S. data and research:
Percentage of Car Accidents Involving Alcohol
- According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA):
- About 30% of all traffic fatalities in the U.S. involve alcohol-impaired drivers (BAC ≥ 0.08%).
- That’s about 1 in 3 deadly crashes.
- Alcohol is the leading substance in impaired driving fatalities.
Percentage of Car Accidents Involving Marijuana
- Data varies, but generally:
- 10–15% of drivers in fatal crashes test positive for THC (the active compound in marijuana).
- However, testing positive doesn’t always mean impairment, because THC can remain in the body for days or weeks after use.
Important:
- THC-related impairment is harder to measure than alcohol.
- There is no nationally agreed limit like 0.08% BAC for alcohol.
- Marijuana-involved crashes increased slightly in some states after legalization (e.g. Colorado), but they are still significantly lower than alcohol-related crashes.
Side-by-Side Comparison (Estimates from studies and traffic reports):
Substance
Alcohol
% of Fatal Crashes Involving Substance
~30%
Substance
Marijuana
% of Fatal Crashes Involving Substance
~10–15% (positive test, not always impaired)
Conclusion:
Alcohol is involved in about 2–3 times more fatal crashes than marijuana. While marijuana-impaired driving is a real concern, alcohol remains the dominant factor in impaired driving deaths in the U.S.
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“Government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the Earth.”
— Abraham Lincoln
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“The care of human life and happiness… is the first and only legitimate object of good government.”
— Thomas Jefferson
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“And if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch.”
— Matthew 15:14, King James Bible
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Thailand moves to recriminalize cannabis, shaking $1 billion industry | REUTERS
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Noise Pollution
In the United States, noise pollution is regulated primarily at the state and local level, but there are also federal guidelines in place. Here’s an overview of how noise pollution law works in the U.S.:
1. FEDERAL LEVEL:
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)
- Under the Noise Control Act of 1972, the EPA was given authority to:
– Identify major sources of noise.
– Set noise emission standards (e.g., for transportation equipment, machinery).
– Promote noise control through research and public education.
Note: The EPA defunded its Office of Noise Abatement and Control in 1982, so enforcement has mostly shifted to state and local governments.
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA)
- Regulates noise exposure in workplaces.
- For example, OSHA sets permissible noise exposure limits for workers (e.g., 90 dB over an 8-hour shift).
2. STATE LEVEL:
- States may adopt their own noise control laws, often related to:
– Environmental protection.
– Transportation.
– Industrial operations. - Many states defer detailed enforcement to local governments.
3. LOCAL LEVEL (CITY & COUNTY ):
- This is where most enforcement happens.
- Local ordinances usually cover:
– Quiet hours (e.g., 10 p.m. – 7 a.m.)
– Vehicle noise
– Construction noise
– Loud music or parties
– Commercial activity
Example:
In Los Angeles, the municipal code limits residential noise levels to:
• 50 dBA at night
• 60 dBA during the day
Example:
In New York City, Local Law 113 sets maximum allowable sound levels for vehicles, music, and construction, with fines up to $8,000 for violators.
4. COMMON PENALTIES:
- Warnings for first offenses
- Fines, which vary by jurisdiction (can range from $100 to several thousand)
- Stop orders or injunctions (especially for businesses)
- Seizure of equipment in extreme or repeated violations
LEGAL RECOURSE FOR CITIZENS:
- File a complaint with local police or noise control officers.
- Civil lawsuit for nuisance if the noise causes harm or disrupts reasonable enjoyment of property.
- Request mediation or use small claims court in some cases.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- EPA Noise Pollution site (archived)
- Local government websites usually publish current noise ordinances.
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Thai cannabis stores fear for their future
“Cannabis will be classified as a narcotic in the future,” Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin declared on Tuesday. The move by the Pheu Thai government is expected to plunge into limbo an industry estimated to be worth over $1 billion that has boomed since cannabis was taken off the country’s narcotics list in 2022.
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Thailand and Cambodia face rising tensions over Emerald Triangle dispute
“Cambodia has said it will go to the World Court (ICJ) to help resolve a dispute over the so-called Emerald Triangle boundary, after a firefight with Thai troops last week that resulted in the death of a Cambodian soldier.”