Dear
Reader,
One of
our greatest Presidents, Harry S. Truman, while campaigning across the country,
was told by the crowd “give em’ hell Harry!” and in response Harry yelled
back, “I just speak the truth and they think it’s hell!” In this manner,
I hope to follow in his footsteps.
This
is the first of many comments that I intend to offer that will provide the
readers with ‘The Truth, the Whole Truth’ to the citizens across America and
hopefully the world to inform you about issues surrounding marijuana and drug
abuse overall.
I
would like to thank my wonderful friend, Ms. Alex
Datig, of NIPITINTHEBUD for all of her time and energy
that she has put in to help me create this blog. Without, her tireless
energy and passion I would never have been able to even contemplate performing
this very important task. She will always be appreciated and forever, my
drug warrior buddy! Thank you Alex!
To my
mentor, Dr.
Paul Chabot, I would also like to express my appreciation for your
support and encouragement in taking on this daunting task. But, I know
that with your help, we will be able to change the world as it is today and put
the ‘Evil Genie of Drug Abuse’ back in the bottle where it belongs.
Last
but not least, I would like to acknowledge my mentor and friend of many years
now, Ex-Gilroy City Councilman Mr. Paul Kloecker. From the beginning
Councilman Kloecker has helped me more than he will ever know. He has
been a tough mentor at times, taking me to the “woodshed” when I incorrectly
use apostrophes (really upsets him, a lot!). But most of all, he has
given me very sound advice that I will forever appreciate and hopefully, never
forget because I know that if I do forget, I will immediately get a phone call
or email with some very harsh criticism; a truly growing experience! You
have truly been a great friend and mentor, Paul.
To the
readers, I hope that you will enjoy reading this blog and consider
sharing it with others including your friends, family members, neighbors,
fellow work mates, members of your clergy, elected leaders in your cities,
towns, and officials of your states, across America.
Ronald
L. Kirkish
Coalition for A Drug Free California - CDFC, Dr. Paul Chabot
NIPITINTHEBUD
– Alexandra Datig
International
Faith Based Coalition – IFBC – Bishop Ron Allen, Ph.D
Citizens
Against Legalizing Marijuana – CALM – Carla Lowe & Scott Chipman
