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Sacred Root Kava Lounge in Ithaca is an amazing bar and lounge with small local musicians every week. It was our first time there and they were so friendly as they introduced us to AND educated us on Kava. It was their specialty and I would hate to see it close. The kava itself had very mellow effects and we still drove back to our hotel. I do not believe kava is harmful in any way and is a staple for good businesses you might not even know about.
Alexis supported: Recognize Traditionally prepared Kava as GRASWhen I heard kava was taken away from us, I had a real visceral experience. It’s such a beautiful brew that helps people be in their bodies, unlike so many legalized substances that take you far away. And disconnected from community. This is a sacred community building substance. I want it back !
Jillian supported: Recognize Traditionally prepared Kava as GRASKava is not harmful. It is safe to consume, and has played an important role in bringing people together in our community. I've seen thousands of people drink it. I've seen people drink enormous portions of it. I've never seen anyone hurt by it.
Andres supported: Recognize Traditionally prepared Kava as GRASI've seen kava bar be a pillar in the community. They provide a safe space for music and poetry that would otherwise be less approachable to people struggling with alcohol problems. It's upsetting that new york state is doing this.
Mikel supported: Recognize Traditionally prepared Kava as GRASConcerns about the safety of kava are unfounded. Hopefully it has been thoroughly communicated by now that studies suggesting that liver toxicity is a standard side effect of kava were conducted using the stems and the leaves of the plant, which are known to be toxic and never should have been included in the supplements used in testing. The root is perfectly safe and medicinal. I am an herbalist and have been drinking kava consistently for nearly 12 years with no harmful effects. In fact, I credit kava as having helped enormously to heal me from PTSD. It’s one of few plants that have both anti depressant and anxiolytic properties. I find it astonishing that pharmaceutical psychiatric medications are legal and widely available and are not being subjected to the same scrutiny when their side effects are potentially debilitating and deadly. Hopefully it is also understood that kratom (not sold at Sacred Root but commonly sold alongside kava) is used by those in withdrawal from heroin, and I’m wondering if kava is being swept up in the issue of kratom. I’m unclear what the concern is surrounding kava but it occurs to me the two may be conflated. Regardless, the kava bar is a stronghold in our community and has countless times provided me with a safe and sober environment.
Isa supported: Recognize Traditionally prepared Kava as GRASResponsible small business owners should not suffer the consequences of companies seeking profit via irresponsible shortcuts. Make a meaningful distinction in the legislation to reflect what is harmful and what is not about commercially available kava. Further, Judi and Paul have been providing a community space for many years in Ithaca where locals can gather to enjoy a quiet evening or live music in an environment with no alcohol. Ithaca would lose a lot without the kava bar continuing to bring people together.
Amy supported: Recognize Traditionally prepared Kava as GRASAfter 10 years of Sacred Root being part of the community, I cannot imagine it any other way. It is the only non-alcoholic gathering place and should remain as is, serving its wonderful kava.
Deserie supported: Recognize Traditionally prepared Kava as GRASI was born and raised in NY, and this new law is damaging to responsible small businesses who serve Kava. I have imbibed Kava at one such NY establishment and it was a lovely experience. It is nothing remotely akin to the dangers nor the affects of alcohol, which is not as heavily regulated. People negligently kill others while under the influence of alcohol. I've never heard of a DUI manslaughter case due to Kava consumption. This is a governmental overreach on a safe and traditional practice.
G supported: Recognize Traditionally prepared Kava as GRASKava has hurt far less people than alcohol or other substances that are legal ever have, and in my opinion, should be protected at all costs. Many choose to sip on kava for aid in their mental health, or to keep them strong in sobriety. If kava is to be taken away from the people, or made harder to be accessed, it could cause many to go back to addiction and affect their mental health negatively.
The kava bar is also one of the only social spaces, that does not have alcohol, in town or around town. The importance of these spaces is increasing, it seems, and locals should have that option to be social without having to be around alcohol. The kava sales are what gives this space vitality. If lave were to be made harder to access and serve, than we jeopardize the vitality of this space, and leave the town of Ithaca and beyond with a space space for socializing without alcohol. Which is unfair for many of its residents that need to have an outlet as such.
jessica supported: Recognize Traditionally prepared Kava as GRASAlcohol and tobacco are some of the most harmful substances yet they are completely legal. Harm reduction is key. Kava and other alternatives offers a way to reduce harm and also provide an alternative to those who do not want to drink alcohol. Taking away alternatives, will in turn disproportionately target certain demographics and communities that use it traditionally.
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