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December 12, 2017
Title: The Commercialization of Marijuana
Topic: Commercialization of Marijuana
Discussed by Dr. David Stevens
with Christian Medical and Dental Association www.CMDA.org
Part 1 of 2
What happens when marijuana is legalized for either medical or recreational use with little regulation and almost no enforcement? Dr. David Stevens, with the Christian Medical and Dental Association, will be explaining the science of the drug, how it has changed over the last five decades, the effects marijuana has on a person’s body, and how “businesses” are now marketing the drug.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What new tactics are marijuana marketers using to sell marijuana?
Are the quantities of THC found in these foods and beverages dangerously high?
Does the packaging of the marijuana-laced food, such as Gummy Bears, look similar to the original, un-laced packaging?
Are there side effects from using marijuana?
How has the strength of the drug changed since the 1960’s?
What is the goal of commercializing the growing, harvesting, and selling of marijuana as compared to any other agricultural product?
How many marijuana shops are there in Colorado, specifically in one small town?
Are the majority of marijuana users in Colorado low-income? FACT: Most marijuana stores are located in low-income neighborhoods.
Are more and more states legalizing the recreational and medicinal use of marijuana?
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Title: Part 2 of 2 - The Commercialization of Marijuana
Topic: Commercialization of Marijuana
Discussed by Dr. David Stevens
with Christian Medical and Dental Association www.CMDA.org
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What are the exact ingredients in marijuana?
How have the amounts of the ingredients changed since the 1960’s?
Is the concentration dangerous?
FACT: The “recommended” level of THC for medicinal purposes is only 10mg. In Colorado, one average size soda is usually laced with 350mg of THC!
Another FACT: There are NO regulations concerning the packaging of marijuana-laced snacks or drinks!
Even children are being affected by marijuana! Listen as Dr. Stevens explains the dangers of overdoses in children.
Has increased marijuana use had an effect on car accidents, crime, and psychotic incidents?
What is the level of THC needed to be intoxicated? NOTE: It’s not much!
How many paid lobbyists work in Colorado to ensure that recreational and medicinal marijuana use does not become more regulated?
Is legalizing and taxing marijuana a bad idea?
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