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Activism
Attorney General Reacts to Raich Decision Comprised here are three letters written by Attorney General Bill Lockyear explaining that the recent Supreme Court decision does not overturn state law. -Bulletin 1 (pdf) -Bulletin 2 (pdf) -Lockyer Issues Statement (word)
Click here to download a free conditioned-based booklet in PDF format.
Compassionate Use Act of 1996 (Prop 215) It is what started it all! The Health and Safety code 1362.5 was created to provide safe access to patients and protection for doctors who recommend...Read More
SB 420 (pdf) Created to explain the legal applications of Proposition 215 and the legitimacy of cooperates and collectives. In addition...Read More
California Constitution Article 3 This article requires California sate officials to abide by state law, regardless of federal law...Read More
California Supreme Court Mower Decision This decision protects patients and orders state officials to treat medical cannabis just like any other prescribed medication...Read More
US Supreme Court-Walters vs. Conant This decision enables doctors to recommend medical marijuana without fear of Federal reprisal...Read More |
Activism
Join other patients, advocates, and health-care professionals in the fight to keep medical cannabis legal and to improve conditions for patients and caregivers. Please note that we do not condone any abusive or unlawful behavior.
There are plentiful options for demonstrating your support of The Compassionate Use Act of 1996 and safe access to medicine for patients and caregivers. At the Farmacy Organic Medicine, we are aware that you do not always have the time or may not feel comfortable to publicly show support. So, we've developed 5 Levels of Activism that easily advises a range of supporters from the most timid to the most involved. Choose the level that is the most comfortable and convenient for your lifestyle.
Donating to organizations like Americans for Safe Access (ASA) or the National Origination for the Reformation of Marijuana Laws (NORML) is the simplest first step you can take. Donations can be made anonymously, online, over-the-phone, or by snail-mail:
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Write, call, or e-mail your local officials regarding issues that are relevant to you. Click here to find local City Council information and choose a city from the drop down menu at the top right of the page.
What is happening now?
As of July 18, 2005 the City of West Hollywood passed an ordinance that enacted medical cannabis dispensary guidelines. Please join us by giving thanks to our local officials for their compassion and bravery.
Call the number for all council offices in West Hollywood (323) 848-6460.
Abbe Land, mayor
Or write to:
Another way to demonstrate from home is by calling or sending a letter or e-mail to the editor of your local newspaper. You can inform your community about the vital need for medical cannabis with direct examples of your experiences as an advocate, patient, or caregiver. Click here for a list of California newspapers
Read and distribute materials to help educate yourself and your peers about the benefits of medical cannabis and the urgent need for safe, legal access to this medicine. Some excellent resources to get you started are:
O'Shaughnessy's, the Journal of Cannabis in Clinical Practice
Join non-profit organizations:
www.safeaccessnow.org Americans for Safe Access (ASA) is a national coalition working for safe, legal access to medical cannabis. ASA provides activist and legal trainings, an archive of medical information, and media support for court cases.
Volunteer for the Association of Patient Advocates (APA) which is dedicated to training, assisting, and empowering community members to aggressively lobby and seek the proper healthcare access they need, while working to create a community of healthcare advocates. Become a patient advocate by e-mailing Executive Director William J. Britt wbrittapa@aol.com
Become active in your community by attending local City Council Meetings, Board of Supervisor meetings, and get to know local politicians. Click here to find out which legislators represent your area and type in your zip code. Click here to find local City Council information and choose a city from the drop down menu at the top right of the page.
Become an expert! Research your issue of concentration so that you can speak with confidence (which will educate others). Thanks from all of us at The Farmacy Organic Medicine for your continued interest and support! |
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Attend rallies and non-violent demonstrations. You can check our