uP In sMoKe ;) Bout time they legalized something that actually is beneficial to the human body and not detrimental such as alcohol. I'm glad they're allowing people to grow their own but really should one have to have permission? I don't think so but then again the lone user/ grower isn't just battling the authorities he's battling the misinformed, ignorant public(not all). I think it's great news but it's all about the money/control.
All great points: permission/ battling authorities, misinformed, ignorant.....but you nail it with money and control. Because medical marijuana is already legal here, why not allow the existing facilities already in place, with suppliers, provide it to the public? Nope, we'll use OUR government controlled, regulated facilities to ensure maximum profit and control. All you small businesses that worked hard to grow your business can go f... yourselves.
This is a real bone of contention with existing providers but I doubt we'll see any change in the proposed distribution system. I'll keep updating as this moves along.