Chronic Candy - Designer Candy for the Marijuana Legalization Lobbyists?
Has Your Teenager Suddenly Taken a Liking to Lollipops?
Chronic candy contains hemp oil which which is derived from hemp (marijuana), although it apparently has no tetrohydrocannibinol (THC) that is the substance in marijuana that provides the high for users. While the web site that offers this candy states that it contains no THC, the site is chock full of marijuana plant symbols and markets other clothing and items that prominently feature the marijuana symbol. Included in their inventory are T-shirts that have "decriminalize" boldly printed on them, others have the Chronic Candy logo with a background that displays a marijuana plant. Additionally they offer a "cannibis" fragrance perfume. The candy comes in a variety of flavors with names such as Chronic, The Buzz, Purple Erkle, Strawberry Cough and White Widow and clearly seeks to establish a connection between marijuana and the candy. The Chronic Candy logo states "Relax - it's only candy".
The concern for parents of teenagers should be that marijuana remains illegal and many youngsters end up in juvenile court, or if they are over 18 subject themselves to a criminal record for experimenting with this drug. Newspapers that report police arrests for marijuana possession indicate that the extent of illegal use of this drug is wide spread and appears to be growing. The use of marijuana amongst the celebrity crowd of well known Hollywood figures is extensive and would appear to encourage youth to engage in this risky behavior.
Chronic Candy can be added to the growing list of enticements that would encourage experimentation with marijuana among our youth. The United States Army faced with numerous questions about the product banned the use of Chronic Candy by soldiers.
It is a certainty that there will be greater publicity for this item as schools will soon have to grapple with the question of if they will allow students to consume the candy in school or at school activities. This will no doubt end up in the courts if a zealous school administrator prohibits its' use and is challenged by the parents of a youthful Chronic Candy aficionado.
Chronic Candy must be providing a windfall of profit to the makers and they promise to pay a 15% commission to those that link their personal web site to the Chronic web site and subsequently deliver those that would make a purchase. Google already features links that will connect a potential purchaser to sales sites. The debate is already beginning to grow legs as there are web sites such as the "Coalition Against Chronic Candy" that calls on parents, legislatures and school officials to ban the candy.
Stay tuned - much more will be said about this subject!
Published by Clark Richards
Clark Richards is a retired soldier, business owner and teacher that has traveled extensively throughout Europe, South America, Asia and Australia. View profile
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we were there with you at ozzfest many times working your booth miss ya all got chronic? aaronbogema@facebook.com get a hold of us!!!!!!!
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Andy, Duh! I said it contained no THC! If one likes the taste then they should market the fine taste that hemp offers and skip all the marijuana connections especially as the appeal is to high school students in most instances. That group has enough issues already. I wonder why hemp flavored ice cream, coffee, or soda is not marketed if so many people like the taste. I'm not certain that I oppose marijuana for those that have attained their majority as I see so many youngsters that are in our local paper and thousand of others across the country that are arrested every week. Actually if it was legalized and taxed like alcohol, I'm not convinced that it would be any worse. However, alcohol causes so many tragedies that I think one addictive type substance is probably enough. However, I appreciate the read and comment.
Get an editor, honestly, or at least do a little more research. "Hemp" does not equal "Marijuana"... That's like saying Tomatoes are deadly because they're a member of the nightshade family; it's just not true. Marijuana-flavored cigarettes, incense, and gum have been around for decades, and since they contain no THC they are perfectly legal. Some people just like the scent and the taste, and since the scent and taste aren't illegal they should have the right to experience them. In fact, seeking out a legal alternative to smoking pot seems an enviable endeavor.