Legalise Cannabis Party Overview

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In what year was the Legalise Cannabis Party founded?

2000

1990

2010

1993 (correct)

Match the following members with their respective councils:

NSW Legislative Council = 1 member Victoria Legislative Council = 2 members WA Legislative Council = 1 member Rockingham City Council = 1 member

The Legalise Cannabis Party has representation in the House of Representatives.

False

Who is the lead senate candidate for the Legalise Cannabis Party in the upcoming Federal election?

Fiona Patten Signup and view all the answers

The Legalise Cannabis Party advocates for __________ use of cannabis.

medical and recreational Signup and view all the answers

What system does the Legalise Cannabis Party propose for cannabis production?

A licensing system Signup and view all the answers

Fiona Patten changed the name of her party from the Australia Sex Party to The Reason Party.

True Signup and view all the answers

What did the Legalise Cannabis Party want to erase from criminal records?

Illegal cannabis usage Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Legalise Cannabis Party?

Relegalisation of cannabis for medical and recreational use Signup and view all the answers

Fiona Patten previously led the Australia Sex Party before joining the Legalise Cannabis Party.

True Signup and view all the answers

Name one council where the Legalise Cannabis Party has representation.

NSW Legislative Council, Victoria Legislative Council, WA Legislative Council, or Rockingham City Council Signup and view all the answers

The Legalise Cannabis Party advocates for a licensing system for __________, selling, and buying cannabis.

producing Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of the Legalise Cannabis Party with their description:

Fiona Patten = Lead candidate for the Legalise Cannabis Party Body Politics = Company founded by Fiona Patten Human Rights = Advocated for personal freedoms regarding cannabis Legalisation of Cannabis = Focus of the party's policies Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a stated goal of the Legalise Cannabis Party?

To promote cannabis growth in private residences Signup and view all the answers

The Legalise Cannabis Party has a large number of members in the House of Representatives.

False Signup and view all the answers

When was the Legalise Cannabis Party registered?

23 September 2010 Signup and view all the answers

Legalise Cannabis Party is based in __________, NSW.

Nimbin Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary concern that led Fiona Patten to focus on personal freedoms?

Censorship and restrictions on personal rights Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Legalise Cannabis Party

Founded in 1993 by Nigel Quinlan
Aims to relegalize medical, recreational, and industrial use of cannabis
Registered in NSW, Nimbin, on September 23, 2010
Currently holds no seats in the House of Representatives
Holds seats in NSW, Victoria, WA Legislative Councils, and Rockingham City Council, making it a minor party
Advocates for personal freedoms and civil liberties regarding cannabis use
Proposes a licensing system for producing, selling, and buying cannabis
Calls for the expungement of cannabis-related convictions and release of those incarcerated solely for cannabis offenses
Utilizes social media and rallies to promote its platform and gain support
Led by Fiona Patten, a prominent advocate for personal freedoms and drug law reform

Fiona Patten

Founded Body Politics, a company that works with sex workers
Joined Workers in Sex Employment to raise awareness of HIV and AIDS
Founded the Australia Sex Party in 2009, focusing on personal freedoms, including drug law reform
The Australia Sex Party later changed its name to The Reason Party
Contested in the Australian Capital Territory Legislative Assembly in multiple member single constituency on the hare Clark independent group ticket in 2009
Ran alongside sitting member Craig Duby but was not elected
Currently the lead Senate candidate for the Legalise Cannabis Party in the upcoming Australian Federal election

Legalise Cannabis Party

Founded in 1993 by Nigel Quinlan
Advocates for the relegalisation of cannabis for medical, recreational, and industrial purposes
Registered in NSW, Nimbin, and officially registered on 23 September 2010
No members in the House of Representatives
Holds four seats across various councils: One in NSW Legislative Council, two in Victoria Legislative Council, one in WA Legislative Council, and one in the Rockingham City Council
Aims to legalize cannabis cultivation in private spaces (backyards or indoors)
Proposes a licensing system for cannabis production, sale, and purchase
Seeks to erase cannabis-related offenses from criminal records and release individuals incarcerated solely due to cannabis possession
Utilizes social media platforms and rallies for promotional purposes and voter engagement
Fiona Patten, the leading Senate candidate for the 2024 Federal Election, represents the Legalise Cannabis Party

Fiona Patten

Founded the company "Body Politics" and worked with the "Workers in Sex Employment" group to address HIV/AIDS awareness among sex workers
Established the "Australia Sex Party" in 2009, focusing on personal freedoms like marriage equality and drug law reform
The party later changed its name to "The Reason Party"
Ran unsuccessfully in the Australian Capital Territory legislative assembly in 2009, aligning with the Liberal and Residents Rally government
Currently, she is the leading Senate candidate for the Legalise Cannabis Party in the upcoming 2024 Federal Election.

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Explore the history and key goals of the Legalise Cannabis Party, founded in 1993 by Nigel Quinlan. This quiz covers its advocacy for cannabis relegalization, personal freedoms, and the leadership of Fiona Patten. Test your knowledge on this minor party's impact in Australian politics.