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About<\/strong>: A description of the first full parliamentary term of the first elected legalise cannabis politicians in Western Australia – the highs and lows. And the potential for victory. And a map for the future?<\/p>\n

Speaker: Dr Brian Walker<\/a>, WA Legalise Cannabis MLC<\/h3>\n

Brian’s Bio<\/strong>: I am a member of the Legislative Council in the Parliament of Western Australia for the Legalise Cannabis Party. I practised medicine for many years in many different countries, before finally settling into practice as a GP at Serpentine Medical Centre. I have front-line experience treating patients in hospitals, emergency departments, and general practice, including specialising in helping those who come to me seeking help obtaining Cannabis as a natural alternative to opioid-based medication to ease their pain and suffering.<\/p>\n

I want to make changes in society. As a Member of Parliament, I know of a certainty that far too many of our current laws are archaic, while others are unfit for purpose. High-level decisions have been made without adequate medical-scientific understanding, based often on fear rather than knowledge.<\/p>\n

Health and wellness are my passions, and I am fighting for your freedom to use Cannabis as you see fit, as long as you do no harm to others. More than that, I am looking to identify and amend the fundamental causes of poor health. These include violence in general, as well as domestic violence, homelessness, mental health issues, and poverty.<\/p>\n

Add your voice to mine, so together, we can Overgrow the Government!<\/p>\n

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Political report from Western Australia on changing RDT laws and advocacy for home grown. 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