Free Weed From The Government!

I figured that would get some looks!...the headline means that we must free Cannabis from the clutches of the DEA and the Ghost of Anslinger. This is my first thread post, so be gentle.

I just wrote an E-mail to Michael Moore insisting that he document the BC3 Extradition hearing/trial/imprisonment. I am pasting in the letter so all can see what it said. I gently suggest that others email him as well. Pretend he is a congress person who may actually get the message through his handlers. Nothing is ever too much of a long shot. My only suggestion is that if you do write him, that you maintain a polite and mature attitude. As far as decriminalization goes, it is always much better to put a suit on than to wave a bong at somebody (unless they are a stoner).

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Dear Mr. Moore,

As an amateur filmmaker and seeker of truth, I respect your tenacity as an artist, journalist, and muckraker greatly. I also acknowledge the power you have to force subjects into the forefront of the American/World psyche.

I have not seen your latest film, Sicko (I cannot afford the ticket because I have no health insurance and I am saving up to get my teeth cleaned), but it got me thinking about another world health/human rights crisis that would be perfect as a topic for your next film: The continued criminalization of Marijuana, especially where medical Marijuana and compassionate access is concerned.

With the upcoming trial of the BC3 http://www.cannabisculture.com , the stage is set for your directorship. If you were not already aware, the United States Government is fighting to extradite three Canadian Cannabis activists (Marc Emery, Greg Williams and Michelle Rainy), for the crime of exporting Marijuana seeds, though the true crime--as it always is-- is activism.

The extradition hearing is scheduled to begin on November 5, 2007, so there is not much time to prepare to capture a lot of this on film as it happens. The BC3 face ten years to life in prison in the United States. Please be your usual self and do not let this extradition hoax end up as back page news. If they are extradited by the American strong arm, and subsequently imprisoned, I do not see any hope for the continuation of democracy...and I am usually quite optimistic. Please continue to help us maintain our constantly eroding freedom.

The educated Marijuana community knows that Marijuana is not a drug that causes youth to run wild, but is in fact a plant medicine capable of healing the nations in many ways. We, as activists, medical patients, and simple pot smokers fear that we may never have a voice as long as the public continues to view Marijuana users as deviant, unpatriotic, and criminal. While every segment of society has its bad apples, for some reason the good Cannabis apples (the overwhelming majority) are rarely paraded for the public eye to see!

Additionally, I offer my services in any way that might be necessary. (I would make the film myself, but I would never be able to rally forces in time, and nobody would ever see it--not the case with your films. Additionally, I have a medical Marijuana patient to take care of). I can carry a camera, or make sandwiches or help with pro-Marijuana propaganda, and there is a vast community chomping at the bit to come to your aid. I thank you for your time, consideration, and especially for your body of work.

Sincerely,
Tea Party
(Cannabis.com forum handle)

P.S. I am posting this on Cannabis.com activist forum, suggesting and expecting that other Marijuana activists will follow suit by contacting you with their own letters...Sorry! I will continue to write my congresspeople, but you seem get things done, so I thought, "Why not?"

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[email protected]:thumbsup:

Just a short note is all it takes, a simple paragraph in an email. Use parts of mine if you want to. Five minutes tops...then post here that you have sent your message to Michael Moore so we can keep track.

You never know what will become of it. Small seeds become large flowers if given the right nutrients. Even if Michael Moore did not choose to make a documentary about Marijuana persecution/decriminalization/freedom, one of his staff might be inspired to some sort of related activism.

Writing e-mails is free, it's fun, and you can smoke while you do it!...and this thread needs to be full of, "Yes, I sent my email" posts so that this is more than a storm in a Tea Cup.:giggity:

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I'll do it later lol. My eagle head and american flag graphic are at stake? :p

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Originally Posted by Matt the Funk

I'll do it later lol. My eagle head and american flag graphic are at stake? :p

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With respect, this thread is for activists. If you believe in apathy rather than activism, kindly refrain from posting here. If you are not interested in helping the movement, there are plenty of other threads that are more suitable for joking/entertainment and one liners. Those who do not take the issue of decriminalization/Medical Marijuana seriously might want to ask themselves what they are doing here in this forum (especially in the Activism section). Of course it is each person's right to not take part in this letter writing campaign, but please do not cut it down at the ankles if it is not "your thing." It is one step forward or two steps backwards a lot of the time...meanwhile good people are going to prison. This is not a laughing matter.:)

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Originally Posted by Tea Party

With respect, this thread is for activists. If you believe in apathy rather than activism, kindly refrain from posting here. If you are not interested in helping the movement, there are plenty of other threads that are more suitable for joking/entertainment and one liners. Those who do not take the issue of decriminalization/Medical Marijuana seriously might want to ask themselves what they are doing here in this forum (especially in the Activism section). Of course it is each person's right to not take part in this letter writing campaign, but please do not cut it down at the ankles if it is not "your thing." It is one step forward or two steps backwards a lot of the time...meanwhile good people are going to prison. This is not a laughing matter.:)

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It was a joke. Can't handle a joke? Why would you smoke weed? I am sick of politics but I was actually writting to him. I'd like to see a documentary by Moore about medical cannabis. I spread as much knowledge about cannabis as possible, and I have changed many peoples views. Please don't disrespect me like that ever again.

Hey hey.
One of the most wonderful things about this site is the good humor of our membership! And who better to understand the importance of humor than someone who appreciates the dry wit of Michael Moore?
IMHO a good laugh and good works are not mutually exclusive. We're all on the same side here!

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Originally Posted by Matt the Funk

It was a joke. Can't handle a joke? Why would you smoke weed? I am sick of politics but I was actually writting to him. I'd like to see a documentary by Moore about medical cannabis. I spread as much knowledge about cannabis as possible, and I have changed many peoples views. Please don't disrespect me like that ever again.

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Sorry, Matt. I was frustrated that the first post would be poking fun. I was excited about the prospect. Apologies.;)

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Originally Posted by stinkyattic

Hey hey.
One of the most wonderful things about this site is the good humor of our membership! And who better to understand the importance of humor than someone who appreciates the dry wit of Michael Moore?
IMHO a good laugh and good works are not mutually exclusive. We're all on the same side here!

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Agreed. I was just hoping the thread would have a little serious meat on its bones before getting goofed in jest or not. This is just what I wanted to avoid. A serious post gone mucky. Apologies.;)

Lol apology accepted, and one on my behalf too. I'm gonna re-write that letter lol. I'm gonna see if I can atleast get 1 or 2 friends to do the same.

Are you sure Michael Moore is the best person to be presenting this? Seems to me that this will rally the pro-pot troops, but won't win any converts amongst others, 'cause he'll be written off as "Hell, Micheal Moore--WTF did you expect?"

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Originally Posted by bcubed

Are you sure Michael Moore is the best person to be presenting this? Seems to me that this will rally the pro-pot troops, but won't win any converts amongst others, 'cause he'll be written off as "Hell, Micheal Moore--WTF did you expect?"

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I do not think anything can rally the anti-pot troops 100% aside from getting them high so that they can see for themselves that pot is not an instant ticket to insanity. The pro-pot troops do need rallying however. Especially the ones that are to scared to be active (like me, for example, most of the time). I think the more anything is talked about in the media, the better, the more publicity the better. And I do believe there are a lot of people uneducated about marijuana that respect M. Moore's logic. I am sure he would paint every pot smoker as a cool-headed intellectual with much to give to the betterment of society, while painting every anti-pot crusader as an insane basket of uneducated nerves--which is fine with me. If a non-fiction film about the benefits of marijuana and the injustices that are carried out upon closet and medical users were playing in every major theater...it could do nothing but good. I am sure Ken Burns would make a much better film, but nobody would ever see it except nature nerds like me who watch PBS...but we need some sort of adult presence for marijuana education in the theaters and media. As of now, there is only the Hip Hop video and there is not much education in most of those.:)

How about getting Michael Moore and Jack Herer together for a documentary?

That would be an amazing thing if it could work...have you tried contacting Herer?

I've gotta run now, but when I get home again, I'll write that e-mail to moore.

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Originally Posted by M3nt0R

That would be an amazing thing if it could work...have you tried contacting Herer?

I've gotta run now, but when I get home again, I'll write that e-mail to moore.

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Thank you for bringing that up, M3ntOR. That was an obvious part of the equation that I forgot. I will do that as well.:thumbsup:

I doubt Michael Moore is as influential as some might think, but it's not like our typical media is going to cover this story so I say it's a great idea. I was a bit disappointed Sicko didn't mention anything about medical marijuana...but really, it wouldn't have fit in anyway with what he was talking about. If it gets people talking about medical marijuana, or marijuana reform, then its worth it. I'll write him a short message when I get back home.

Just out of curiosity, has there ever been a response to your initial inquiry?

I like the way Michael Moore presents his theories in the documentaries, he is certainly passionate about what he believes in. But, he can also sometimes be rather biased with his views on the subject at hand, and has been known to harbor a few inaccuracies in his films. But, hey, when you're able to film & produce your own documentaries, you're allowed that creative-expressive freedom.

What is his stance on the legality of marijuana in the first place? Is he an advocate? If not, I doubt he'd have much willingness to take part in such a film.

Great idea, but Michael Moore is jut too damned controversial.
I would worry that his being linked to the project would actually cause more harm than good. I can see the FOX coverage already. Oy.

However, I plead ignornace re: other documentary filmmakers.

Tell me who to write to.
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well michael moore would probably being willing to help i mean god he must have the munchies every fucken moment man

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Originally Posted by Mr. Clandestine

Just out of curiosity, has there ever been a response to your initial inquiry?

I like the way Michael Moore presents his theories in the documentaries, he is certainly passionate about what he believes in. But, he can also sometimes be rather biased with his views on the subject at hand, and has been known to harbor a few inaccuracies in his films. But, hey, when you're able to film & produce your own documentaries, you're allowed that creative-expressive freedom.

What is his stance on the legality of marijuana in the first place? Is he an advocate? If not, I doubt he'd have much willingness to take part in such a film.

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Mr. C. No response as of yet. I would not expect it without a reasonably sized letter writing campaign, but I must confess that the idea has gotten me off of my ass enough to begin work on my own film. If you build it they will come!! We should all be making our own statements rather than waiting around for somebody else to save us.
As far as Moore's views on weed, I have not spoken to him personally, so I have no idea how much he relies on the Cannabis plant in his own life, if at all...but I know he is passionate about doing away with corporate/government red tape and corruption, and that is what the fight for the decriminalization of Cannabis is all about. As far as his bias goes--I am not offended by it. If he were biased in favor of corporate greed, then I would have a problem:D.

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Originally Posted by Friend Indeed

Great idea, but Michael Moore is jut too damned controversial.
I would worry that his being linked to the project would actually cause more harm than good. I can see the FOX coverage already. Oy.

However, I plead ignornace re: other documentary filmmakers.

Tell me who to write to.
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I appreciate your concern, Friend Indeed, but I must say that controversy is sometimes the only way for information to break out of the underground. On your second point, I believe it is impossible to do more harm than good--Cannabis is banned by the U.S. government, and also by most other countries' governments. It is this way because of our global corporate culture centered in the U.S.A. where our citizens are imprisoned by the 1000s for openly practicing THE CONSTITUTION. It cannot get any worse, only better.:jointsmile: I want my country back, even though it was gone before I was born...

I really like your enthusiasm, and deeply respect what you stand for! As far as Mr. Moore's films, I've always personally enjoyed them...I respect the man for taking the time (and money) needed to be so vocal about important matters. I think it's great that people are at least opening their eyes, and actually paying attention to the topics that Moore lays before them. He'd be a great advocate for cannabis law reform, so if you do decide to start a letter writing campaign to him (or anyone of significance, for that matter), please post it here...so I can partake! As for writing emails and letters to representatives, editors, media sources, etc., I've been doing that for years...and will continue to do so. I'm glad to see more and more like-minded individuals who are willing to take the time to try and make a difference!

Take care.:jointsmile:

I personally think we should contact Al Gore. That guy can make a very compelling documentary.:thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by SmokeyTokey

I personally think we should contact Al Gore. That guy can make a very compelling documentary.:thumbsup:

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Yes, and he needs to sit his son down and tell him to lay of the prescription drugs and stick with cannabis...

This would be a great idea if Michael Moore weren't as much of a propagandist as those he opposes. He's just as moronic as any of the other talking heads or politicians we abhor. The reality is that he is no better than Ansligner.

This title reminds me of a slogan we wrote on Campus haha

"Free Weed!! (from it's legal chains...)"

man i thought i was gonna see matthew lesko tell me how to get free weed from the government :(