Since anything Harry says about hemp or Mary Jane Par thinks is “probable cause” and runs to Tetens or whomever to get an arrest warrant on me, I shall just let this reader say it all………
H
Mon, Jun 23 at 5:37 PM
To Lt. Governor Dan Patrick and Governor Greg Abbott,
The people of Texas are paying attention—and we’re not ignorant.
Lt. Governor Patrick’s continued crusade against THC products is not only scientifically uninformed, but it’s also an insult to the intelligence of voters who know better. Texans deserve leaders who make decisions based on research, not on outdated fear tactics and political showmanship.
There are many proven and legitimate uses for both cannabis and hemp-derived products:
- Medicinal uses: THC and other cannabinoids are helping veterans with PTSD, cancer patients managing pain and nausea, children with epilepsy, and Texans suffering from anxiety, chronic pain, and autoimmune disorders.
- Economic benefits: The hemp industry is creating jobs in farming, manufacturing, and small businesses across Texas—especially in rural areas.
- Industrial applications: Hemp is used in construction (hempcrete), textiles, biodegradable plastics, insulation, paper, and sustainable building materials. It’s drought-resistant, fast-growing, and environmentally friendly—exactly the kind of resource a state like Texas should be embracing.
- Paper and packaging: Hemp offers an alternative to tree-based paper that can be grown in a fraction of the time, with less water and fewer chemicals.
- Materials innovation: From durable fabrics to eco-conscious composites, hemp can reduce our dependence on petroleum-based products and imported raw materials.
Banning all THC products outright because of a lack of law enforcement capacity or a misunderstanding of hemp’s role in modern agriculture is short-sighted and frankly embarrassing.
Patrick’s refusal to budge is not principled—it’s political. The governor was correct to veto SB 3, not just because of legal flaws, but because Texans are tired of politicians playing doctor, scientist, and economist without doing their homework.
We’re not asking for unregulated chaos—we’re asking for smart, balanced regulation that:
- Keeps dangerous synthetics off the market
- Ensures labeling and dosage standards
- Protects minors
- Supports legitimate small businesses
- Encourages innovation and sustainability
Polling shows more Texans oppose a THC ban than support it. We’re not “soft on drugs”—we’re smart on policy. We know the difference between criminal activity and a product with measurable medical, industrial, and environmental value.
So, let’s be very clear: We, the voters, are not fools. We are informed, we are engaged, and we are done with the lies and political fearmongering.
If you truly serve Texas, then serve all of Texas—veterans, farmers, entrepreneurs, patients, and communities who see opportunity, not danger, in this plant.
Respectfully,
A Texas Voter Who Knows Better
