My Meeting with Congressman Young
Meeting with Congressman Young – 9/22/2015 I met with Congressman David Young (R. IA-3) on Tuesday, September 22, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. I gave him a series of documents and … My Meeting with Congressman Young
Federalism: the missing piece in state medical marijuana laws
At first glance, state medical marijuana laws seem to conflict with federal law. But that seems odd, because the federal government has never attempted to block state medical marijuana legislation. … Federalism: the missing piece in state medical marijuana laws
Martin O’Malley will declassify marijuana as a schedule 1 drug
On July 31, 2015, Martin O’Malley released his white paper on Criminal Justice Reform, which says, “As president, Governor O’Malley will: … Declassify Marijuana as a Schedule I Drug.” But, … Martin O’Malley will declassify marijuana as a schedule 1 drug
How to stop the annoying candidate calls
I’ve found a simple way to cut down on annoying campaign calls from candidates running for president. Start out with a simple question. Does marijuana have accepted medical use in … How to stop the annoying candidate calls
Facebook Commandos
For those of you who use Facebook, I have pity on you. It’s not a friendly place. Today, people calling themselves advocates for full legalization of marijuana in Iowa are … Facebook Commandos
It’s Not Over Yet
There has been a lot of partisan bickering in the Iowa legislature over medical marijuana this year, and it’s not over yet. Since Iowa enacted a medical cannabis extract law … It’s Not Over Yet
What the Democrats are missing.
Audio from April 20, 2015 Democrats are saying Iowa should not wait for the federal government to legalize medical use of marijuana. Republicans are asking how businesses (4 growers and … What the Democrats are missing.
April Ankeny Legislative Forum
Audio from April 11, 2015 MODERATOR: Sir. CARL OLSEN: Yes, Senator Whitver, can you tell me how you’re going to vote on the medical cannabis program and what we might … April Ankeny Legislative Forum
My Amendment to SF 484
On April 7, 2015, I met with Iowa senators Jack Whitver and Charles Schneider to discus protecting Iowa cannabis patients from the unlawful classification of cannabis under the federal Controlled … My Amendment to SF 484
Ankeny Legislative Forum – March 14, 2015
Audio from March 14, 2015 Ankeny Chamber Legislative Forum – March 14, 2015 MODERATOR: Yes, sir. LAURA JUMPER’S DAD: Forgive me if I don’t phrase this question right, but it … Ankeny Legislative Forum – March 14, 2015