African Drug Found in Shelbyville (Khat)

The Shelbyville Times-Gazette ^ | 14 February 2006 | David Melson

[MeneMeneTekelUpharsin]

One of the first Shelbyville confiscations of the African drug khat occurred early Sunday morning. "Approximately 11.26 grams of a green leafy substance believed to be khat" were found in a coat pocket of Mustaf Shire Abdi, 21, Anthony Lane, Officer Tracey Nelson said. Abdi tried to pull away as Officer Benjamin Burris was checking the pocket and was immediately handcuffed, Nelson said. "Khat use is most prevalent among immigrants from Somalia, Ethiopia and Yemen," a May 2003 National Drug Intelligence Center bulletin said. "These individuals use the drug in casual settings or as part of religious ceremonies.

"The use of khat is accepted within the Somali, Ethopian and Yemeni cultures. In those countries khat is not a controlled substance and is openly sold at markets." Khat's effects are similar to those of cocaine or methamphetamine but lesser in strength, the report said. Nelson stopped Abdi at 3:41 a.m. after he allegedly made an erratic move while driving on East Depot Street, then drove behind a building on Anthony Lane. Officers noted a strong odor of alcohol on Abdi, who Nelson said admitted having had three beers. Abdi was charged with DUI and violation of the implied consent law.

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[mugs99]

The narcotic effects were negligible, like having a a couple of cups of strong coffee.

Isn't it interesting how they connect Khat to cocaine and meth? They just can't be truthful when it comes to drugs!
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[gcruse]

" is now bringing in Somalians (Muslim) legally"

Some people bitch when they're being hung with a new rope.

[Liberty Valance]

Several countries like the U.S. currently deem the use of khat illegal due to its psychoactive ingredients. To get the desired effect, chewers must be orally dexterous to consume large amounts of the shrub. In the U.S., many people do not know about khat, although the federal government classifies it as a non-narcotic Schedule I controlled substance, a categorization born out of a debatable conclusion reached after a tragic event. In 1991, the U.S. sent soldiers to Somalia to aid in calming social and political unrest. Following several heated encounters with local forces in 1993, news stations aired video of rebels dragging dead U.S. soldiers through the streets Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. Reports at the time suggested that the rebel forces were users of khat.

[jeremiah]

We need more black Muslims is all I can figure. Farrakhan needs more people in his pew.

[COEXERJ145]

Explain the problem of legally bringing in immigrants. I'm no fan of Tyson but what is the problem if it's legal?

Because for some, all immigration is bad and should be stopped.

[MeneMeneTekelUpharsin]

Explain the problem of legally bringing in immigrants. I'm no fan of Tyson but what is the problem if it's legal?

What part of:

1. They're Muslim.

2. They smoke Khat.

3. They have a culture that, beyond Islam, is diametrically opposed to ours (i.e. female genital mutilation).

4. Tyson possibly did this out of spite for those that complained about their importation of ILLEGAL aliens. If I were a Tyson high official, I could think of no better revenge, literally.

DO YOU NOT UNDERSTAND?

[Fiddlstix]

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[MeneMeneTekelUpharsin]

Ha ha ha...I understand. Well, the genie can't be kept in the bottle for long.

[Jumpmaster]

"Explain the problem of legally bringing in immigrants. I'm no fan of Tyson but what is the problem if it's legal?"

Do you understand the term "Balkanization"?

Do you think they assimilate?

[Fiddlstix]

J

BTW, Your tagline is Great!

[Harrius Magnus]

"Wonder why they didn't take the time to teach the Hispanics english?"

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They wouldn't need to due to so many of us (unfortunately) now having to learn Spanglish in order to interact with the hired help and customers.

[ExGeeEye]

Do you suppose there might be a genetic component to its effects?

Other than that, I got nuthin'

[Yaelle]

DO YOU NOT UNDERSTAND?

Not yet. I read your points, but I don't believe in being racist/xenophobic. All immigration isn't bad, even if some immigrants might be.

I feel that the biggest problem here in SoCAL is indeed illegal immigration. But if what Tyson is doing is legal, we have to look a little more long term to see if these immigrants from Africa never blend in or cause true problems.

Those dirty Irish, Italians, and Jews did assimilate. As did those Japanese and Caribbeans. Let's give these guys a chance.

I have seen some wonderful truly-African-Americans joining into the American dream and becoming good, productive members of society, civilizing their kids, etc. Be careful knocking legal immigration.

[MeneMeneTekelUpharsin]

Your tagline is Great!

Thanks. However, those who disagree with me don't think so or don't know to even disagree. LOL.

[MeneMeneTekelUpharsin]

I read your points, but I don't believe in being racist/xenophobic.

I will forgive you for insinuating that I'm racist/xenophobic. You know nothing about me and you make that implication? ROFL. Do me a favor. You drop a freepmail to basil and ask her the nationality of menemenetekelupharsin's wife and if he is racist/xenophobic or has just been telling the truth for the last 5 years she has known of me. You do that, and then we'll talk. I'm trying to help you keep from choking on your toes. The Irish did NOT assimilate. They brought catholicism to this country in great numbers and started its decline. Before you debate, you get ALL of your notes together.

[July 4th]

The Irish did NOT assimilate. They brought catholicism to this country in great numbers and started its decline.

Wait - the Irish started it? The Catholics? Or both? Something's bringing to mind Henry Gibson in the Blues Brothers...

[MeneMeneTekelUpharsin]

Decline of U.S. -- The Civil War was largely about religious and economic differences more so than slavery. Slavery was just an excuse to get the fighting started.

[Smokin' Joe]

Sounds like this stuff is a low-grade speed. That might cause an increase in productivity, unlike other substances which would probably slow most employees down.

[Ax]

I found myself, quite by accident, one morning in Djibouti. After happy hour at the Sheraton, and a couple more Heinikens in a Legionnaire bar, we repaired to the home of some State Department contractors (AID). I stuck with the green bottle so favored by Looter Guy, and my friends broke out the khat. I got up to leave and bade my newfound pals a "bon soir." Nobody said anything, so I said, "what's the matter, KHAT got your tongue?"

[Smokin' Joe]

They brought catholicism to this country in great numbers and started its decline.

Catholicism was already here. Catholics founded the Maryland colony.