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So many sensitive types here. How does a sash take anything away from anyone? Where does it say the soon to be graduate wants to "draw attention" to herself. She wants to express herself, in a subdued manner. Now, lemme guess that at least one of the Commencement speeches will extoll the power of the individual, and as they head out into the larger world where one person can make a difference. Except, you, with the sash.

I might trade some graffiti (from Face?) for debt relief. Fares need to rise, and/or the government needs to further subsidize operators. Bangkok hopes new govt will help resolve BMA’s mountain of debt to BTSC The debt has now grown to nearly 50 billion baht. Deputy city governor Wisanu Subsompon told The Nation this week that the issue of the money the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) owes to Bangkok Transit System Corporation (BTSC) has not progressed much, as the city council has never discussed it at its meetings. The BMA hired BTSC to run electric trains and install systems for the Green Line extension from Mo Chit to Khu Kho and from Bearing to Samut Prakan. https://www.nationthailand.com/thailand/general/40027824

The bulk of the retail business (weight and baht) will be satisfied by three to five large companies, each with five or six retail brands. I think on-line sales will continue to be banned going forward, that's a limitation we see in the alcohol space (yes I know there are exceptions there, thebottlesbkk for example), so there will have to be physical stores. The Canna OG Company model is representative...OG Canna Company brands – Wonderland, Kush House, Mary Jane, Cloud Nine And yes, there will be small, boutique shops catering to local tastes. I have to say, this is the first video from this guy that I have found to worth watching. I was expecting a much different take. Perhaps it was the longer format?

I accuse you of accusing me of accusing you. Where does it end? OMG. Who accused you of ANYTHING? Why are you so defensive? You asked a question, quite honestly in a way that was a set-up for a joke, and some of us (the IQ difference was the best so far - I chose not to make a dental-related or banjo quip) responded in kind. You can add us to your Ignore list, or choose not to read our posts.

Oh the irony.

Three or more felonies?

Regarding the "cap", Additionally, the school district’s policy says “(i)t is appropriate” to decorate a cap with the “flag of a country as recognized by the United Nations,” the order said. So there goes your "circus" analogy.

Hmm. "According to the order, Garfield County School District 16, in the western part of the state, had indicated that sashes or cords worn during graduation typically represent membership in a nationally recognized organization; other distinctions such as class honors; future military service; or “regalia that is part of a Native American or Pacific Islander tribe.” Additionally, the school district’s policy says “(i)t is appropriate” to decorate a cap with the “flag of a country as recognized by the United Nations,” the order said." So some "accoutrements" are evidently allowed, “regalia that is part of a Native American or Pacific Islander tribe", even in this school district. But not all. I'm kind of surprised this school district allows the cap to be decorated with another country's flag. ????

So I'm guessing the "Legacy" article in the OP does not mention the "Theranos" swindle? You know what they say, "There's a sucker born every hundred years". Attorney for Henry Kissinger tells jurors he invested $6 million in Theranos after meeting Elizabeth Holmes SAN JOSE, CALIF. -- A former estate attorney told jurors in Elizabeth Holmes’ criminal trial that he invested $6 million in Theranos after being introduced to Holmes by ex-Secretary of State Henry Kissinger. Daniel Mosley, who counted Kissinger as a client, took the stand on Tuesday in week nine of the trial. He said that he first heard of the blood-testing start-up in 2013 through Kissinger, who was one of several high-profile former government officials on the Theranos board. “Dr. Kissinger explained to me he was on the board of Theranos and that it was a very interesting company,” Mosely said. “He said it would be terrific if you would take the time to learn about the company and give me your views on it.” https://www.cnbc.com/2021/11/02/attorney-of-henry-kissinger-put-6-million-in-theranos-due-to-holmes.html Henry Kissinger: Kissinger served on Theranos' board from 2014 to 2017. The former Secretary of State resigned amid questions about the company's practices. https://summitjunto.co/articles/what-happened-to-theranos-board-of-directors

Brilliant take. "Dead writers don't write anymore?" Will nominate this for post of the day.

republicans eating their own. More satisfying than I'd imagined. This guy entered office in 2014 with a string of alleged felonies trailing him. Now nine years later some tepid reaction. Where is the DoJ's PIN (Public Integrity Section) and the FBI?

Yes, Dark Brandon is plotting the minutia of fashion magazine covers - do people really buy magazines anymore. Very sinister. George Soros is said to be involved as well. Also could be a symptom of the Woke Mind Virus, which is evidently a thing now, at least with the rightwing nut jobs. Florida Man says the dumbest stuff

Dormouse? Maybe? And it said "feed your head", according to Ms. Slick. Maybe from Columbia? https://www.icmag.com/threads/chiba.281327/

Have they though? This very thread starts off with a "less than clear" potential outcome. Any "message" seems to be "When we get around to doing something we'll try to make it as easy on folks as we can. For now, don't worry, and carry on growing, selling (as licensed), and consuming for personal use." I'm not the only one here doing some "wishful thinking"?

On-line sales were banned by edict from the MoPH on/about 12 Nov 2022. Yes, we all know that this has only been enforced on the larger online platforms, only because those companies don't want to run afoul of the changing environment. Again, there are rules and regulations. That they are not being enforced is neither a Cannabis problem or a "law" problem. Yes, we all agree that there need to be more regulations, restrictions, etc. I guess the police have taken a hands-off approach until they are directed to enforce existing regulations. The RTP still report to Caretaker PM Prayuth.

Wow! You are onto something there. Very "suspicious" when the press reports information from "sources". What is this "journalism" thing? Scary I think, he says reaching for the Reynolds Wrap. And yeah, those 3 letter agencies, they were so squeaky clean back in the 50's, 60's, 70's. Heck, they've even tried to entrap BLM (Colorado) two years ago.

Wishing republicans luck as they face Veterans at the Memorial Day Parades, who are not going to be happy about cuts in their benefits/health care. Veterans One of the first big bills coming due on June 1 — according to an analysis by the Bipartisan Policy Center — is $12 billion in veterans benefits. If there's not enough money on hand to pay those benefits, people who've already sacrificed a lot for their country will be forced to sacrifice even more. https://www.npr.org/2023/05/22/1177169711/debt-ceiling-limit-default-veterans-social-security-government-benefits republicans seem to love work requirements for benefits. Maybe they can ask Vets to re-enlist/re-deploy? And I'm sure many here hope their government benefits continue to flow.

No huge problem with this as long as they weed out the sexual predators. Full List of Texas Pastors Charged With Abusing Children This Year https://www.newsweek.com/full-list-texas-pastors-charged-abusing-children-1765910

This is your opinion? Or are you privy to the "hit list"?

Reports in the press say meth prices per tab are down to 2 baht each, from 300 baht a few years ago. That said, I'm not sure price per dosage is something relevant when comparing with Cannabis. They are completely different markets.

AFAIK, Cannabis is only currently approved in Thailand for treatment for the following: 1. Nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy 2. Epilepsy that is difficult to treat 3. Spasticity in patients with multiple sclerosis. 4. Neuropathic pain 5. Anorexia in underweight patients with AIDS, 6. Improving quality of life in patients receiving palliative care or end-of-life patients May be beneficial for conditions including generalized anxiety disorder, Parkinson disease, Alzheimer disease, and demyelinating disease Might be beneficial for cancer treatment, but more information and research are needed

That's an "enforcement" issue, not a Cannabis issue. So you propose additional taxes, over and above 7% VAT. I actually agree with that. I've proposed 5%, for a total of 12%.

Advertising is currently banned by edict from the MoPH. AFAIK, VAT must be paid at the retail POS.

They'll also have to figure out what to do about all the folks who registered for small, home grows. As of 7:00 AM. on Monday, June 13th, the FDA reported statistics on the usage of the application that the total number of registrations has reached 735,932 names. About 713,544 cannabis registration certificates were issued and 22,388 were for hemp certificates. A total of 35,7511,572 system logins were reported so far. Obviously not all those who registered are growing but it does need to be addressed in any changes.

It's one of many "options". I don't think there is a "plan" as of today. There isn't even a Government yet, let alone a cabinet, let alone the opening of a Parliamentary session. A Cannabis Control Act did pass the first reading OVERWHELMINGLY last year. That might be a good place to start with legislation? 373 MPs voted in support of the bill, with 7 against. 23 MPs abstained. There are several options. Re-listing Cannabis Flower as a Narcotic is a long-shot, ~ 5 % chance. Medical only (probably not available to resident foreigners or tourists), control ceded to DTAM. Personal use (called "free use" in the Thai Cannabis vernacular), with very strict controls, tracking seed to shelf and sale and limited retail outlets. The MVF message seems to be "Look, this isn't a major issue for our government. There are many, many, many larger issues which need to be addressed. We'll sort the Cannabis issue and we'll consider the ramifications on existing producers and sellers so as to minimize the negative effects on them."