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Date: October 19, 2024
JOIN THE MOVEMENT: “WE THE PEOPLE” RALLY FOR TRUTH & JUSTICE AS WE INITIATE A
PRE-DISCOVERY CIVIL RIGHTS CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT AGAINST THE FEDERAL
GOVERNMENT FOR CONSTITUTIONAL VIOLATIONS, CIVIL RIGHTS ISSUES,
DISCRIMINATION, AND BREACH OF FEDERAL DEPARTMENT PROTOCOLS.
United States of America — In a historic unification of "The People" across the country who have
been adversely affected by ongoing cannabis scheduling, we are initiating a Pre-discovery Civil
Rights Class Action Lawsuit against the federal government, including but not limited to the
Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), U.S. Department of
Energy,(DOE), Department of Justice (DOJ), and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This
lawsuit addresses their failure to adhere to established federal protocols, which undermines the rights
of United States citizens.
It is critical to recognize that the DEA has never held legitimate jurisdiction over cannabis.
Nixon's illegal placement of cannabis on the Schedule I Controlled Substances Act (CSA) list
ignored expert advice from government officials and agencies, perpetuating lies that keep
cannabis out of the reach of those who want energy, food, medicine, freedoms and the whole
plant,
We call upon the three branches of the United States government and urge them to recognize and
uphold the sovereignty of states and the rights of citizens in our pursuit of cannabis reform, ensuring
a separation of powers. The anti-commandeering doctrine prohibits the federal government from
compelling states to enforce federal laws, affirming that Congress cannot require state agents to
uphold the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) regarding cannabis. This breach of fiduciary duty
undermines the principles of federalism and the rightful authority of states to regulate matters within
their borders. It is imperative for the legislative branch to enact laws that reflect the public’s will, for
the executive branch to support fair and just policies, and for the judicial branch to protect these
foundational principles. This unified approach is essential for establishing the necessary checks and
balances to facilitate meaningful change in cannabis policy and support the descheduling
movement alongside our prediscovery civil rights class action lawsuit.
With over 43,653 comments submitted (making it the most commented on proposal EVER in History
on the Federal Register since 1936) for the 2024 DEA ma*****na rescheduling proposal, 70% in favor
of Descheduling not Rescheduling, and undeniable evidence of deception. We have too much
political theater, misdirection, pandering and controlled fraud.
We must confront the significant civil rights violations stemming from the mishandling of
ma*****na scheduling under the CSA. Historical evidence, including publicly archived recordings of
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President Nixon who resigned from office after facing an impeachment committee before a
formal vote could take place, reveals that ma*****na's classification was driven by racism and
political motives rather than scientific assessment, contributing to systemic injustices that have
affected countless individuals and communities. Despite this, nobody even considered questioning
the wrongful and illegal placement of Cannabis on the CSA.
In 1972, despite expert testimony from the AMA, APHA, and NIDA advocating for positive cannabis
reform as part of the Shafer Commission, President Nixon illegally ignored their recommendations
to decriminalize it. Federal agencies violated their fiduciary duty by dismissing expert testimony
misrepresenting the Shafer Commission stance. Nixon's decision to maintain cannabis as a Schedule
I drug under the CSA was unconstitutional and once again driven by political concerns, as revealed in
the Nixon tapes where he stated: "I was horrified to see these distinguished citizens of District of
Columbia come out in favor of the legalization of ma*****na... I don’t think ma*****na is that bad, but
it’s the wrong signal." This disregard for expert findings and public welfare marked a significant
abuse of power and violation of the constitution.
How Can I Help?
Join us in our Prediscovery Civil Rights Class Action lawsuit as we rally on December 2, 2024,
across from the DEA Museum, 700 Army Navy Dr, Arlington, Virginia, starting at 8 AM, with
assembly beginning at 7:30 AM. This rally will coincide with an invitation-only historic cannabis
hearing1 on the proposed rescheduling from Schedule I to Schedule III under the CSA. We are
demanding full descheduling, not just rescheduling, given the placement of cannabis on the CSA
was illegal in the 1st place and breach of protocol by the FDA. We intend to speak up, exercise our
rights, as well as collect testimony, affidavits and evidence for our proposed lawsuit.
The Problem with Rescheduling and the Need for Descheduling:
Rescheduling cannabis will shift control to prescription from pharmaceutical corporations and the
FDA. Harming Mom and Pop shops and local growers just like prop 64 in California while prioritizing
corporate interests. This approach creates the illusion of progress but maintains penalties under the
CSA. The current scheduling is unconstitutional, rooted in racist policies that perpetuate inequality.
Rather than rescheduling, we need to fully deschedule cannabis to prevent pharmaceutical
companies from commercializing bioengineered products that exploit cannabinoids. Descheduling of
the whole natural one plant would return freedom, choice, and independence.
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This movement encompasses a wide range of individuals and
communities, including:
● Patients seeking alternative treatments
for chronic conditions
● Parents advocating for safe access
● Mom and Pop Shops striving to thrive in
a corporate-dominated market
● Young adults and seniors looking for
apothecary, holistic, and kitchen care
● H**p farmers and home growers
wanting to cultivate their crops without
federal interference
● Minorities
● Veterans seeking alternatives for
managing PTSD and chronic pain
● Non-violent cannabis prisoners
● Cannabis Industry Workers
Public opinion is indecently misaligned with Public policy. Repealing and liabilty
Support for cannabis reform is building across all three branches of government. The executive
branch, represented by President Biden and Vice President HarrisBiden, has voiced strong backing.
Harris has called for fairness in ma*****na laws, while Biden stated, 'No one should be in prison for
ma*****na. The legislative branch In Congress, composed of House Representatives And Senators
have voiced support for full descheduling. Meanwhile, the judicial branch continues to influence
reform through key rulings that challenge outdated cannabis laws, creating momentum for change.
They stated: "The longer ma*****na remains scheduled in the CSA, the longer our communities face
senselessly severe penalties and the longer the ma*****na laws of the majority of U.S. states remain
in conflict with federal law.” (List of Supporters from Congress on page 5.)
Again “We The People” call upon the checks and balances inherent in our government’s three
branches to unite in taking immediate action to fully deschedule cannabis. This action would ensure it
is treated as a versatile option for medical, therapeutic, and personal use, reflecting its unique role in
improving well-being while allowing for responsible adult access without stigma. Unlike alcohol, which
is solely for recreational use, cannabis offers a range of benefits from proven medical treatments to
holistic wellness applications. Momentum for reform is growing across the executive, legislative, and
judicial branches. Vice President Kamala Harris and President Biden have both called for fairness in
cannabis laws, with Biden stating, 'No one should be in prison for ma*****na.' In Congress, bipartisan
lawmakers are pushing for full federal legalization and descheduling, while judicial rulings continue to
challenge outdated cannabis laws. Key policymakers recognize that descheduling is critical to
harmonize state and federal laws, rectify the harms caused by its current classification, and ensure
equitable access for all.
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THE SCHEDULING OF CANNABIS HAS LED TO NUMEROUS FORMS
OF DISCRIMINATION THAT CONTINUE TO AFFECT INDIVIDUALS AND
COMMUNITIES, INCLUDING:
● Employment, Housing, Healthcare, Legal, Racial, Economic, Educational, Social, Political,
Criminal Justice, Food Stamp and Government Assistance, and Child Protective Services
Discrimination
LEGAL ARGUMENTS
● 1st,4th, and 10th Amendment Issues
● Civil Rights Violations
● Hippocratic Oath Violations
● Racism and Discriminatory Motives
● Violation of Equal Protection
● Lobbying Corruption
● Due Process Violations
● Potential Violations of International Law
● Anti-Commandeering Doctrine
● Breach of Fiduciary Obligation
● Violation of the Controlled Substances Act
PRE-DISCOVERY CIVIL RIGHTS CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT
Probable Defendants, Allegedly
PRIVATE SECTORS
● Pharmaceutical companies (e.g., Pfizer
Purdue Pharma, Johnson & Johnson)
● Private prison corporations (e.g.,
CoreCivic, GEO Group)
● Healthcare professionals who have
violated their Hippocratic Oath by
perpetuating the stigma on cannabis
and its proven medicinal properties,
failing to “do no harm.”
● Industry lobbyists and trade
associations opposing cannabis
legalization (e.g., National Association
of State Controlled Substances
Authorities)
AGENCIES
● Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
● National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
● Department of Justice (DOJ)
● Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
● Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
● Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration (SAMHSA)
● U.S. Department of Energy
● USDA
PUBLIC OFFICIALS
● Attorney General of the USA
● Current/former heads of the DEA & FDA
● Members of the National Commission
on Ma*****na and Drug Abuse
● Lobbyists representing pharmaceutical
& private prison companies
● Key legislators, CEOs, executives, or
key individuals in organizations and
major corporations known for lobbying
against cannabis reform
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● Descheduling: The process of
removing/repealing cannabis entirely
from the CSA, eliminating any federal
regulation/enforcement
● Rescheduling: Moving cannabis from
Schedule I to Schedule III, which still
maintains federal oversight and
penalties under the CSA
● Dual Sovereignty: The authority of
states to govern themselves and
regulate matters within their own
borders without federal interference.
● Anti-commandeering Doctrine: A legal
principle that prohibits the federal
government from requiring states to
enforce federal laws.
● Fiduciary Obligation: A legal duty to
act in the best interest of another party,
which, in this context, refers to the
responsibility of federal agencies to
uphold the rights and well-being of
citizens when regulating controlled
substances like cannabis.
● Civil Rights Violations: Breaches of
the basic rights and freedoms to which
all individuals are entitled, resulting from
discriminatory laws and policies.
● Corporate Death Penalty: The he
● Systemic Injustices: Deep-rooted
social and institutional practices
perpetuate inequality and discrimination
● Judicial Dissolution
● Controlled Fraud/Opposition
Key supporters in Congress include:
U.S. Senators: Elizabeth Warren (MA), John Fetterman (PA), Chuck Schumer (NY), Cory Booker
(NJ), Jeff Merkley (OR), Bernie Sanders (VT), Kirsten Gillibrand (NY), Ron Wyden (OR), John
Hickenlooper (CO), Chris Van Hollen (MD), Alex Padilla (CA), Peter Welch (VT)
U.S. Representatives: Earl Blumenauer (OR), Barbara Lee (CA), Brian J. Mast (FL), David Joyce
(OH), Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ), Katie Porter (CA), Troy Carter (LA), Nikema Williams (GA), Seth
Moulton (MA), Matt Gaetz (FL), Jan Schakowsky (IL), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC), Dina Titus (NV),
Jared Huffman (CA), James P. McGovern (MA), Nancy Mace (SC), Cori Bush (MO), Steve Cohen
(TN), Salud Carbajal (CA), Mark Pocan (WI), Mike Quigley (IL), Dwight Evans (PA), Marie Newman
(IL), J. Luis Correa (CA)
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COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF CANNABIS LEGALIZATION EFFORTS IN THE UNITED STATES
MEDICAL CANNABIS
1. CA Proposition 215
(1996)
2. AZ Proposition 200
(1996)
3. FL Amendment 2 (2016)
4. NJ Medical Ma*****na
Program (2010)
5. IL Compassionate Use of
Medical Cannabis Pilot
Program Act (2013)
6. PA Medical Ma*****na Act
(2016)
7. NY Compassionate Care
Act (2014)
8. OK State Question 788
(2018)
9. ME Medical Use of
Ma*****na Act (1999)
10. MI Medical Ma*****na
Act (2008)
11. NV Medical Ma*****na
Act (2000)
12. OH Medical Ma*****na
Control Program (2016)
13. TX Compassionate Use
Act (2015)
14. LA Medical Ma*****na
Program (2019)
15. VA Medical Cannabis
Bill (2017)
16. ND Medical Ma*****na
Legalization Initiative (2016)
17. WV Medical Cannabis
Act (2017)
18. SD Initiated Measure 26
(2020)
19. AR Medical Ma*****na
Amendment (2016)
20. NH Therapeutic
Cannabis Act (2013)
21. HI Medical Ma*****na
Dispensary Program (2015)
22. CT P.A. 12-55 (2012)
23. MN Medical Cannabis
Program (2014)
24. RI Medical Ma*****na
Act (2006)
25. IA Medical Cannabidiol
Act (2017)
26. AL Medical Ma*****na
Program (2021)
27. MO Amendment 2
(2018)
28. NM Medical Cannabis
Program (2007)
29. MT Medical Ma*****na
Act (2004)
30. OR Medical Ma*****na
Program (1998)
31. VT Medical Ma*****na
Registry (2004)
32. WA Medical Ma*****na
Act (1998)
33. SC Compassionate
Care Act (2021)
34. GA Medical Cannabis
Law (2015)
35. DE Medical Ma*****na
Act (2011)
36. WY Medical Ma*****na
Bill (proposed 2023)
37. NY Medical Ma*****na - Pro Cannabis Society
Program (2014)
38. NE Medical Ma*****na
Initiatives (proposed 2023)
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