By L.A. Williams Christian Action League October 12, 2017 Mention marijuana and most people picture a happy and harmless stoner slumped on a couch with few cares and even less ambition. But at least two studies released in the past 18 months reveal growing evidence of links between cannabis use and violence. Late last month, […]
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Alabama, North Carolina, and A More Laissez-Faire Approach to Alcohol
CAL Staff, Joe Godfrey of Alabama Citizens Action Program September 5, 2017 Despite the overwhelming evidence of the growing negative aftermath in this country from alcohol use and abuse, public officials, typically in a chase for more revenue for governing bodies, continue to loosen alcohol control measures. One means of loosening control is to privatize […]
Elon University Medical Marijuana Poll Not to Be Taken Seriously
By Dr. Mark Creech Cameron Diaz, a former model, is one of the most sought-after actresses in Hollywood. The critically acclaimed performer once said something very astute about polls. “I’m very happy with the way I look,” said Diaz, “I wake up some morning, catch myself in the bathroom mirror, and go, ‘hey girl, you’re […]
Back Again! A Proposal for the Legalization of Medical Marijuana
By M.H. Cavanaugh Christian Action League March 16, 2017 RALEIGH – A medical marijuana bill filed in the North Carolina House, HB 185 – Legalize Medical Marijuana, makes the ninth straight year an attempt to legalize the drug has been made in the Tar Heel state. Previous attempts haven’t gained any traction. But the primary […]
My Health and a Personal Appeal
By Dr. Mark Creech Christian Action League February 27, 2017 Recently after a health scare that resulted in my being hospitalized, I was reading the book of Exodus about Moses’ efforts to emancipate the children of Israel and to build a great nation. In the 18th chapter, it teaches that Moses was doing too much […]
Nonresistance to Alcohol Compromises Marijuana Resistance
By Dr. Mark Creech The votes for advancing alcohol sales across the Tar Heel state were alarming this year. A total of 27 alcohol referendums were held in Alexander, Bertie, Burke, Camden, Cleveland, Davidson, Davie, Gaston, Haywood, Johnston, and Stanly counties. Every referendum succeeded with votes in favor of greater access to alcohol besting limited […]
Bills to Repeal HB 2, Legalize Medical Marijuana, and Increase Lottery Advertising Introduced First Days of the ‘Short Session’
By M.H. Cavanaugh Christian Action League April 29, 2016 RALEIGH – Lawmakers made their way back to the halls of power this week to reconvene for the Short Session of the 2015-2016 Legislative Biennium. The two chambers of the Legislative Building and its conference rooms were abuzz with activity as bills were being crafted and introduced for […]
Will NC Lawmakers Consider Legalizing Medicinal Pot in the Short Session?
By M.H. Cavanaugh Christian Action League February 11, 2016 RALEIGH – This week, Carolina Journal (CJ), ran an article titled, Short Session May Consider Legalizing Medicinal Pot. The article featured Rep. Kelly Alexander’s (D-Mecklenburg) advocacy for making medicinal marijuana available for people suffering from terminal illnesses. “We passed two bills dealing with CBD oil that […]
Marijuana Legalization: Throwing Gas on a Fire
By Dr. Mark Creech Proponents for the legalization of recreational marijuana have said over and again that marijuana is less harmful to society than alcohol and tobacco. Thus, it makes no sense; it’s even hypocritical to keep it illegal, they say. To argue marijuana is harmless goes against some of the most reputable studies from […]
N.C. House Judiciary Committee ‘Snuffs Out’ Medical Marijuana Consideration for 2015-2016 Legislative Years
By M.H. Cavanaugh Christian Action League March 26, 2015 RALEIGH – Wednesday, the House Judiciary I Committee voted down a proposal that would have legalized medical marijuana in the Tar Heel state. HB 78 – Enact Medical Cannabis Act would have permitted the sale and possession of marijuana for medical use to patients who qualified. […]