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54. He doesn't need the approval of Congress or anybody else to do it.

Reply to MindMover (Original post)

Sat Apr 5, 2014, 07:28 PM

Apr 2014

He is either a spineless coward afraid to upset rich white folks, or he's just another jackbooted thug IMHO.

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Eric Holder Would Be 'Glad To Work With Congress' To Reschedule Marijuana [View all] MindMover Apr 2014 OP

That's excellent. Bluenorthwest Apr 2014 #1

At this point, CONgress is not a welcome addition to anything. appal_jack Apr 2014 #31

We've had this "debate" before ... 1StrongBlackMan Apr 2014 #48

Well, Congress makes law. If the law is to be changed, without any suggestions that MADem Apr 2014 #67

Then shut up and just do it! Kelvin Mace Apr 2014 #2

Exactly. polichick Apr 2014 #52

BS. Doesnt Need Them billhicks76 Apr 2014 #74

No, he doesn't...but he does RainDog Apr 2014 #81

Saying you want to consult with the Republicans Kelvin Mace Apr 2014 #84

Congress is too busy trying to have him tossed out of office for being black on the job. Spitfire of ATJ Apr 2014 #3

Just do it! cui bono Apr 2014 #4

now he can blame congress instead of the administration lol nt msongs Apr 2014 #5

This is an issue for Congress RainDog Apr 2014 #6

Sad state of affairs ... but so unfortunately true ... nt MindMover Apr 2014 #8

It's funny that Republicans are suddenly big federal govt. supporters RainDog Apr 2014 #9

and AMEN ... democracy costs tooo much ... nt MindMover Apr 2014 #10

btw, would you mind reposting this RainDog Apr 2014 #11

sure ... MindMover Apr 2014 #12

It's funny how now that Rick Perry is not running for Texas Governor again his opinions are Dustlawyer Apr 2014 #14

I'm hoping it's possible to appeal to the fiscal side RainDog Apr 2014 #17

Thank you AG Holder! Cha Apr 2014 #7

KnR Hekate Apr 2014 #13

If Holder has the power under the CSA to remove marijuana from the Schedule I list mountain grammy Apr 2014 #15

This is election year politics Grammy, keep the issue hot for the election. bemildred Apr 2014 #37

good advice, and yes, it would. mountain grammy Apr 2014 #39

It Could be a VERY Bad Thing AndyTiedye Apr 2014 #77

This Congress is largely incapable of addressing anything. nt bemildred Apr 2014 #82

He should drop it down to the same schedule as parsley and thyme. AAO Apr 2014 #44

for sure! mountain grammy Apr 2014 #47

Don't forget sage and rosemary. :) polichick Apr 2014 #51

We could make a song out of that! AAO Apr 2014 #56

Yep! Here it is from The Concert in Central Park... polichick Apr 2014 #57

He has the (shared) power to ... 1StrongBlackMan Apr 2014 #68

passing the buck Enrique Apr 2014 #16

Just election year rhetoric without action... polichick Apr 2014 #53

This isn't the first time Holder has passed up doing..... idendoit Apr 2014 #18

It should be up to the medical community, like women's health. ehrnst Apr 2014 #19

I laugh when Republicans say RainDog Apr 2014 #21

Unfortunately ... Big Money again ... but we are finally getting to know exactly who they are ... MindMover Apr 2014 #23

This medicine helps people SHRED Apr 2014 #20

In context - isn't this challenge? RainDog Apr 2014 #22

Let them howl SHRED Apr 2014 #32

Gupta's reports RainDog Apr 2014 #33

But what about all the lost jobs? RoccoR5955 Apr 2014 #24

This message was self-deleted by its author RainDog Apr 2014 #25

K&R!!! That, would be a smart move. We waste far too much money and lives on RKP5637 Apr 2014 #26

More nonsense fron the nonsense administration. What's with these guys? PSPS Apr 2014 #27

Righteous indignation ... hmmmmmmm MindMover Apr 2014 #28

"Remember. When you are indignant, you can't be fully with the people you love here at DU..." jtuck004 Apr 2014 #34

Congress? WORK?? HAHAHAHA DiverDave Apr 2014 #29

It would put the ball in their court, so to speak. rickyhall Apr 2014 #30

slow train comin otherone Apr 2014 #35

Rescheduling is not a pancea and would not accomplish what most people think it would Sgent Apr 2014 #36

Prescription drug lobby The Wizard Apr 2014 #38

What's Congress got to do with it, Mr Holder? malthaussen Apr 2014 #40

'Expertise exists in Congress." I almost choked on that gem. Wish to God they did have expertise. Stardust Apr 2014 #55

Tap dance. Feral Child Apr 2014 #41

The administration could do that without Congress...this is just politicking. Means little NorthCarolina Apr 2014 #42

I don't believe a word that prick says. Lars28 Apr 2014 #43

Me neither. Tarnation6 Apr 2014 #71

He is an untrustworthy bait-the-trap SOB. Manuel Beingman Apr 2014 #79

What's the difference between Eric Holder and the snake in the Garden? aurelio17 Apr 2014 #80

I had a spark of hope there for a moment... Out of Time Man Apr 2014 #45

I'd be impressed if voters would elect representatives in their own states to congress to do it. freshwest Apr 2014 #49

and AMEN ... nt MindMover Apr 2014 #50

yes yes tazkcmo Apr 2014 #70

Thanks. freshwest Apr 2014 #72

Don't get me wrong... Out of Time Man Apr 2014 #76

I agree. n/t tazkcmo Apr 2014 #83

Exactly. Pun intended, it is a cop out. Warren Stupidity Apr 2014 #73

The end time for pot prohibition is coming. Comrade Grumpy Apr 2014 #46

Yes, whether Eric Holder likes it or not. aurelio17 Apr 2014 #75

He doesn't need the approval of Congress or anybody else to do it. kestrel91316 Apr 2014 #54

Right, but.... aurelio17 Apr 2014 #85

Wonder what is meant by "abuse" in "high potential for abuse"? Trillo Apr 2014 #58

Then there's this RainDog Apr 2014 #59

And the plot thickens .... MindMover Apr 2014 #60

This message was self-deleted by its author RainDog Apr 2014 #61

Write on, PLEASE ... you have enough posts on the subject just in DU ... MindMover Apr 2014 #62

... RainDog Apr 2014 #63

Thank you for considering and keep me posted on the project .... nt MindMover Apr 2014 #64

well, back to "reality" RainDog Apr 2014 #65

Most of the time there excuse is, "the people do not know what is best for them " MindMover Apr 2014 #66

If left to congress, I doubt it will happen... wildbilln864 Apr 2014 #69

Hey Eric! DeSwiss Apr 2014 #78

Eric is the latest warrant46 Apr 2014 #86