bob harris
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Didn't jack with you in any way shape or form..easy big fella. I actually agreed with your sentiments.
If the State ran the dispensaries..would you be good whith that?
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bob harris
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Yup. Just like medical mj was a fairy tale in Michigan only 5 years ago.
stems&seeds
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I think you know how I'd feel about this one Bob!
CountGlochula
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CountGlochula
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private buisnesses used to hire goon's too bust the skull's of worker's asking for simple things like good working condition's,paid vacation's,and other worker's right's.the gov. had to call in the national guard's with mahine gun's to protect worker's from the largest corperation in america G.M.. what did private corperation's give us?children working 10-14 hrs a day in front of unguarded saw's.the gov. had to force private companies into doing the "right" thing.private companies stuff fat pocket's from the blood of the poor(working class).
stems&seeds
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There are quite a few people who are too sick/old whatever to grow. Many simply don't have the resources, time, space, mental fortitude, etc.
What about those that may have just been diagnosed with cancer or another qualifying condition, that have no connections or ties or even a clue about where to obtain meds? Especially those that have no previous gardening experience.
Say I'm diagnosed with a qualifying condition today. I see a doctor and get my recommendation tomorrow, and send my money etc. to the state. I then have to wait 4 weeks before I can even plant a seed/clone. Then I have to wait for finished meds for a minimum of a few months at best. Depending on the ailment, this very well could and would most likely be too late.
The few times I went to the dispensary I did see much older patients than i would have ever thought. I talked to a lady once who was in a similar boat which I described above, the dispensary was a lifesaver for her.
Yes, we do NEED dispensaries as far as I'm concerned.
What about those that may have just been diagnosed with cancer or another qualifying condition, that have no connections or ties or even a clue about where to obtain meds? Especially those that have no previous gardening experience.
Say I'm diagnosed with a qualifying condition today. I see a doctor and get my recommendation tomorrow, and send my money etc. to the state. I then have to wait 4 weeks before I can even plant a seed/clone. Then I have to wait for finished meds for a minimum of a few months at best. Depending on the ailment, this very well could and would most likely be too late.
The few times I went to the dispensary I did see much older patients than i would have ever thought. I talked to a lady once who was in a similar boat which I described above, the dispensary was a lifesaver for her.
Yes, we do NEED dispensaries as far as I'm concerned.
guy incognito
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So whats your point asshole? The state can't run anything right. They apparently can't even hire a private company properly. You know what I would do if I contracted a private party and they didn't do the job? I'd fucking fire them and hire someone else to do it properly. The problem of issuing cards and renewals in a timely manner has been a problem since the inception of the program. It is 100% michigans fault that the system has not been corrected by this point.
bob harris
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I agree, we DO need dispensaries, and that's the point of the thread. What model may work?
Not only do dispensaries allow faster patient access, they could potentially allow the grower a legal outlet for overages, AND provide guidance on what strain for a patient to choose.
stems&seeds
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I fear big government far more than any private or even public corporation.
bob harris
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Mr too. That's why I opened the dispensary thought to privatization..make it citizen owned.
Limosnero
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Corporations run our government. Our politicians are bought and paid for. Only way is to take profit out of the equation. In a world where you didn't have to worry about the Feds...Credit union style co-op Dispensary and Grow-op to supply it owned by all of the members of the co-op. Cost of medicine would cover the cost of the entire Operation. Any profit made would be returned to the members quarterly.
bob harris
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A credit union type approach may work..
So long as you don't need the Federal deposit insurance..lol (just a joke)
gotigers0420
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Thats what we had, and Ive gotten from your previous comments you didnt like the old way. The thing about it is, it has to be more regulated and monitored. But as I know you hate...someone is going to get rich offf of it. In order to have a business/ store front you have to make a profit.
bob harris
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Even with privatization, yes there has to be standards ,regulations and monitoring. What I didn't like about the old way, was coffee shop recreational look and feel to the places. I've never had a problem with reasonable profits, just the scalpers.
bob harris
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What about a dispensary license, much like a liquor license for bars?
anotherdaymusic
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anything gov run fails. Privatization occurs, and "ups" puts "usps" out of biz.
gotigers0420
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Something to that respect could help, I dont necessarily have a business model in mind, but I do agree we need dispensaries and they need to be held accountable for quality and profits. Government monitored not government run.
gotigers0420
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The day UPS will take my letter to Cali for 50 cents, then USPS is out of business.