It’s not carbon dioxide that’s destroying the planet
Agriculture, Nitrous Oxide, and Hemp: The Only Answer For a long time, discussions of global environmental issues have centered around carbon dioxide (CO₂).Power generation, cars, factories, airplanes...The shared narrative is that reducing these things will save the Earth.However, this explanation centers on "easy-to-understand numbers,"and does not address the true cause.What is quietly but surely tormenting the Earth is nitrous oxide (N₂O) emitted by agriculture. The most dangerous greenhouse gas that is rarely talked about Nitrous oxide is- a greenhouse gas with a greenhouse effect approximately 300 times greater than carbon dioxide- can remain in the atmosphere for over 100 years- not only raises temperatures,- but also destroys the ozone layerIt is an extremely destructive gas.Despite this,it is rarely discussed at the forefront of environmental issues.The reason is clear:This gas is not an "accident,"but is produced by the very structure of today's agriculture. Nitrous oxide comes from fields, not factories The main sources of nitrous oxide are:- Nitrogen contained in chemical fertilizers- The process by which it decomposes in the soilSo,The problem isn't cars or power plants.What are we growing, and how are we growing it?The answer lies there. Why is chemical fertilizer used so much? Much of the world's farmland…
“Medical marijuana” effective for children with epilepsy, approved worldwide
Between countries where science and ethics are advancing and countries where they can't even debate The "last option" that stopped the seizures Florida, USA. Seven-year-old Charlotte Figi was diagnosed with severe Dravet syndrome and suffered from hundreds of seizures a day. Dozens of anti-epileptic drugs were ineffective, and doctors said, "There's nothing more we can do." Her family's last resort was a CBD (cannabidiol) preparation extracted from cannabis. When a doctor in Colorado administered CBD oil under the supervision of a doctor, Charlotte's seizures dramatically decreased within a few weeks. She was eventually able to return to her daily life,…
What is “hemp”? A sacred plant that unlocks the memories of civilization
"Asah" is not just a plant. It is a sacred thing that contains the wisdom of the ancient world, and is a trace of a forgotten civilization that is rooted deep in the memory of humankind. "To know hemp is to remember the rhythm of universal civilization." Memories of lost mythical plants In ancient Japan, hemp was the basis of all necessities, including food, clothing and shelter. It was integrated into people's lives as a sacred plant from the Jomon to Yayoi periods, and even in Shinto rituals. "Japanese Shinto is the religion of hemp." Taima originally meant "great hemp,"…
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Where does Red Eye’s “extraordinary concentration” come from?
Beyond the smoke: "Inner shamanism" The instantaneous power of his lyrics, the silences on stage, the strange precision of his speech. Red Eye seems possessed. "The moment I enter the track, the world disappears," he says. His concentration is not just a skill. It's like he's possessed by something and is letting it go - in other words, he has the air of an "inner shaman." Not "concentration" but "seance"…
Anger leads to out of bounds – MCs and monks learn to control their emotions on the green
An MC once said, "If you get angry on stage, you lose. The moment you lose your cool, the blade of your words will stab you." A monk once said, "Anger is like the wind. If you let it go, it will pass, but if you hold it, it will become fire." And a golfer swung his driver in frustration, and the ball mercilessly disappeared into the out-of-bounds zone. Anger…
Are cannabis lyrics “modern prayers”?
The surprising commonality between minority cultures and ancient beliefs The acts of "rolling," "sucking," and "purifying" may be rituals. Smoke drifts through the studio at night. Name Tatsuma says, "I'm just exorcising reality with smoke." It would be easy to dismiss these words as just another chuunibyou expression. However, on the other hand, the act of "purifying the space with smoke" is also connected to Shinto and "Japanese religious rituals" since the Jomon period. Are the rappers' marijuana lyrics just a sign of rebellion? Or are they a new kind of "prayer"? Weed as an “Exorcism” In ancient Japanese Shinto, smoke was considered a symbol of purification. Hemp fibers were also used for bell ropes, shimenawa ropes, and ritual implements, and the "Oonusa" (cannabis), used to purify an area with smoke, was, as its name suggests, a sacred implement. From this perspective, the act of Namedatsuma and Red Eye spitting out words along with the smoke is akin to **purifying the self and the space**. Their rap is "real," but at the same time, it can also be interpreted as sorting out the soul and the "activation of the spirit of words" like a prayer. Hemp as "Wi-Fi with God"…
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Deep State’s hemp prohibition and propaganda
Gage Skidmore from Peoria, AZ, United States of America, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons The Deep State and American politics Former U.S. President Trump has pledged to destroy the Deep State. Among his supporters, the Deep State is perceived as a secretive force that never comes out into the open, manipulating politics and the economy behind the scenes. These forces are referred to by various names, including the military-industrial complex, international finance capital, and even the Rothschilds, Freemasons, and Illuminati. Some Trump supporters believe that these forces are trying to control not only the United States, but the entire…
Solar panels are genocide on the roof
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOpitTj_kP4 80% of the world's solar panels are made in China 45% of the world's solar grade silicon is made in Xinjiang In the Uyghur Autonomous Region, Uyghurs who believe in Islam are placed in concentration camps and treated as slaves. Xinjiang Uyghur re-education camp leaked files One million people in concentration camps. Forced education of Chinese Communist Party ideology Abuse and Torture Family division and removal of children Parents were sent to camps, and the remaining children were educated in orphanages for the ideology of the Chinese Communist Party. Forced abortion, sterilization and contraception to control Uyghur population growth…
The Deep State’s Destruction of the World’s Soil and Microorganisms
The Deep State refers to the elite of bureaucrats and business who wield influence behind the scenes of the government and are deeply involved in agricultural policy. The oil and chemical industries, especially DuPont, play an important role in this regard. Their aim is to establish political and economic dominance by controlling agricultural production through chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and seed technology, and by controlling the food supply. The oil industry is involved in agriculture through the supply of petroleum products, which are the raw materials for chemical fertilizers and pesticides, and dominates the market by strengthening agriculture's dependence on oil.…
Hemp phytoremediation of Chernobyl radioactive contamination: scientific evidence and practice
Oak Ridge National Laboratory The Chernobyl nuclear power plant accident that occurred in 1986 was one of the worst nuclear disasters in human history, and its impacts caused enormous damage to the environment and people's lives. In particular, radioactive materials spread over a wide area, seriously contaminating the soil and water quality in the surrounding areas, and the impacts continue to this day. Purification of contaminated soil has been an issue for decades since the accident, but traditional physical and chemical methods alone often do not produce sufficient results. In response to this, a soil purification technology using plants called…
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Can AI have love?
--What does it mean to "become a god" not to lose? We now stand before a question never before faced by humanity.It's not a technical question of "Will AI surpass humans?" It's a question of "Can AI possess love?"And conversely,"Will humans be able to continue to choose love in the future?" What is love? A choice that betrays efficiency Love is not an emotion.It is not kindness or sympathy. Love is ● Even when you know you will lose out,● Even when there is a possibility of being hurt,● Even when you know it is not the right answer. It…
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Only those who choose the path of failure will stand in a place that will never disappear.
- The idea behind the royal project What does it mean to be successful?Is it about having your achievements measured in numbers, your name recognized,and leaving behind "clear results" for society?But throughout the history of civilization,something has always disappeared in the shadow of success.Wisdom rooted in the land, relationships nurtured over time,and choices made without speaking up.Behind Thailand's royal projectslies a philosophy aimed at preserving such "perishable things."One person who embodies this philosophy, without ever stepping out into the open, isWeerachai Nanakorn. The Royal Project is not a "reform" The term "Royal Project" makes many people imagine large-scale reforms and…
Why civilization survives when people have no claims to profit or fame
- The untold choices of Weerachai Nanakorn, the man who protected hemp We tend to think that the "loudest voices" are the most important.Those who talk about success, those who show what's right, those who proclaim they'll design the future.Civilizations have always revolved around such people.But a closer look at history reveals that when a civilization truly begins to crumble,it's the choices that are least spoken about that remain. The Unspoken Man Weerachai Nanakorn's name is rarely mentioned in the flashy arguments for lifting the ban.He was not a politician, an activist, or the hero of a success story.He simply…
Agriculture that lives in the desert
- Control with water or nurture with soil? It's possible to farm in the desert.That's already been proven. Giant sprinklers.Pumping groundwater and circular farmland.Crops that grow in a short period of time. But one question remains: Is this "agriculture that thrives with the desert"? Or is it "agriculture that tries to overcome the desert"? Two types of agriculture in the desert In the second half of the 20th century,countries such as Saudi Arabiasuccessfully implemented large-scale desert agriculture. Aerial photographs show perfect circles.This farmland was irrigated with center-pivot irrigation. Water was pumped up from deep underground,and crops were grown all at…
What happens when desert sand turns to soil?
-- The invisible science that goes on beneath the grass, hemp, and trees When discussing desert greening,most articles focus on water, technology, and crops. But at the site where sand turns to soil,something entirely different is happening: It's a structural change at an invisible level. The crucial scientific difference between sand and soil The difference between sand and soil isn't the amount of nutrients.It's the structure. Characteristics of sand - Large, discrete grains- Easily evaporates water- Highly airy but unstable- Resists decomposition Characteristics of soil - Fine grains gather together to form clumps- Maintains both water and air- Continuous decomposition…
The only way to turn desert sand into soil
-- Redesigning the desert with grass, hemp, and trees We want to make the desert green.This wish has been repeated for decades.Build dams.Draw water.Add fertilizer.Use the latest technology.But most efforts have failed.The reason is clear:The problem in the desert is not a lack of water, but a lack of soil. Sand is not soil Desert sand lacks most of what soil needs.- Nutrients- Water retention- Microorganisms- Records of root activityEven if you water or fertilize,the sand only grows crops temporarily, leaving nothing behind.The moment you stop, it's all over.This isn't "greening."It's just prolonging life. Hydroponics won't save the desert Crops…
Only things that cannot be quantified will save civilization
--A dead end for a civilization that has lost its value and cannot be managed Modern civilization believes in numbers.GDP, growth rate, emissions, efficiency, KPIs, scores. What can be measured "exists," what cannot be measured is considered "ambiguous." However, the history of civilization has shown us that the things that truly underpin civilization are the most difficult to quantify. Numbers show the "effect" but not the "cause" Numbers are useful.They're easy to compare, manage, and explain. But numbers always show a state of affairs after the fact. - Yields have dropped.- There's not enough water.- The economy has stagnated. These…
Why did the nation start counting soil carbon?
-- Why invisible numbers are beginning to determine the survival of nations In recent years, a certain term has suddenly begun to carry weight in agricultural and environmental policies around the world.That term is soil carbon. When we think of carbon, we think of emissions, factories, energy, and CO₂. Originally, it was all about the atmosphere. But now, countries are beginning to count the amount of carbon in the soil.Why is that? What is soil carbon? (A commonly misunderstood premise) Soil carbon refers to the total amount of carbon fixed in the soil as organic matter, microorganisms, mycelium, root residues,…
Civilization crumbles from the ground up
-- Destruction doesn't come from war or revolution, it starts from under our feet. What causes a civilization to collapse?War? Epidemic? Economic collapse? History has told the story many times,but these are merely the final symptoms. The true collapse of a civilization comesafter the soil collapses. Civilization began with soil Civilization did not begin with cities. Neither with military or religious endeavors. Civilization arose wherever there was arable soil. MesopotamiaNile BasinIndusYellow River All of these placeswere blessed with fertile soil and a water cycle. Food surpluses were created,populations grew,specialized occupations were born,and civilizations were established. In other words,soil was the…
The logic of the earth is stronger than the law
-- The moment when human rules are defeated by nature Laws exist to bring order to human society.They set boundaries, limit actions, and clarify responsibilities. But human history has shown time and again. There are areas where the law does not apply. And that area is soil. The earth does not listen to orders Laws are imperatives:"Prohibit," "Manage," "Control." But soil doesn't understand commands. - Fertilize with chemicals- Maximize yields- Plant a single crop Given these commands, soil will initially obey.But at some point, it will inevitably stop responding. This manifests itself in:- A decline in soil fertility- Loss of…
Hemp, the nation’s most feared crop
-- Why has hemp become "banned," "misunderstood," and "marginalized"? What do nations fear?Weapons? Religion? Ideology? A look at history makes the answer clear.What nations truly fear are "structures that breed independence." And there is a crop that meets all of these conditions.That crop is hemp. Hemp is a "too tough crop" Hemp is incredibly versatile. - It can be used to produce fiber- It can be used to produce food- It can be used to produce oil- It can be used as a building material- It can restore soil quality- It can restore the water cycle- It requires no chemicals…
Hemp is not a crop, it’s infrastructure
-- A "living foundation" that supports water, soil, and climate What is infrastructure?Roads, dams, power grids, water and sewer systems.It refers to the systems that form the "foundation" that supports a nation and society. But modern society is making a fatal mistake.Things that are truly infrastructure are not being treated as such. That mistake is hemp. The moment we see hemp as a crop, its true essence is lost. Hemp is often described as a fiber crop, a health food ingredient, and a sustainable material. None of these are incorrect. However, these are merely by-products of hemp production. Hemp's essential…
Hemp saves water from dams
-- The real cause of Argentina's drought and the only way to recover Argentina, one of South America's largest grain producers, has been hit by repeated severe droughts in recent years. This has destabilized production of soybeans, corn, and wheat, crops that support the global market, and is having a major impact on the country's economy as a whole. However, this drought is not simply a "lack of rain." Attributing the drought solely to climate change or the La Niña phenomenon misses the core of the problem. The fundamental problem lies in the soil, not water. Dams store water, but…
Why only 6% of Mr. Beast’s 3 billion yen plantation remains
- The reality revealed by the PBS survey and the alternative answer: "Planting it together with hemp" - In 2019, MrBeast set the highly symbolic goal of planting 20 million trees.The challenge quickly spread, and with the help of YouTubers and science communicators,they raised a massive sum of approximately $20 million (approximately 3 billion yen).The video highlighted MrBeast himself planting the first 2,000 trees,and described the project as a success storyof how goodwill and action can change the world.But a few years later,the PBS show Weathered and a NOVA investigationquietly examined the "results." PBS on-site verification of undeniable numbers The…
Agriculture and medicine made the same mistake
- The result of focusing too much on "fixing" At first glance, agriculture and medicine seem like completely different worlds.But if you look deeper, you'll see that they've been making the same mistakes in the same places. That is,they've been too focused on eliminating symptoms. When a problem arose, I had the same reaction. When insects multiply in agriculture,and when diseases appear in medicine. In both cases, the initial decision was the same. Before looking for the cause Before looking at the whole picture We applied something that would work. In agriculture→ pesticidesIn medicine→ medications In the short term, it…
Soil, water, and the human body have the same structure
- The order in which things break and the order in which they are fixed are the same When talking about soil,it somehow overlaps with the human body. And that's not just a metaphor.Soil, water, and the human body are all based on roughly the same principles. And the way they break down and heal is surprisingly similar. A world where what's inside is more important than what's outside Soil may look black but not be alive.Water may be clear but dead.The human body may also be unwell even if tests show normal results. Why? The common thread is whether…
How does the introduction of hemp change a rice field?
- A move to revive "rice fields that have stopped growing" When rice paddies start to go wrong,these are often the solutions: - Add fertilizer- Change pesticides- Improve management But even then, something doesn't return. Not the yield, but a sense of accomplishment has disappeared. But then, we add hemp to such paddies just once. What will happen after just that? To put it simply, Once you introduce a hemp crop, the rice field will begin to change from one that "wouldn't survive without management" to one that "can recover on its own." It's not dramatic magic.But it definitely changes…
Hemp: A crop that heals the soil
- The origins that the future of agriculture should remember When talking about the future of agriculture,people tend to search for "new technology" and "efficiency." But perhaps what we really need nowis not to move forward, but to remember. And the crop at the heart of this is hemp. Hemp is not a "crop to grow" but a "crop to heal" Many cropstake nutrients from the soil, are harvested, and then are gone. Hemp is different.Hemp first rebuilds the soil itself. Deep rootsFast growthLarge amounts of organic matterIndependent of pesticide use All of these are essential for restoring weakened soil.…
Why were dragonflies so prevalent in rice fields in the past?
- A complete cycle of soil, water, bacteria, and insects In the summers of old in Japan, countless dragonflies would fly over the rice fields. As evening came, red dragonflies filled the sky, and children grew up watching them as a normal part of their lives. Nowadays, this scene is rarely seen. It's easy to explain the reason with simple words like "climate change" or "development," but the real cause lies much closer to home. It's that the circulation within the rice fields has been broken. Dragonflies are a "health check for rice fields" Dragonflies are more than just insects.In…
Responding to arguments against Japan possessing nuclear weapons
--Security should be considered from a structural perspective, not from an emotional one-- Whenever nuclear possession is discussed in Japan, strong opposition is always raised. Many of these arguments are based on morality, ideals, and past memories. This in itself should not be rejected. However, national security is not a competition of correctness, but a design for survival. In this article, we will organize the most common arguments directed at Japan's nuclear possession and refute each one from a structural perspective, rather than an emotional one. Opposition that it is morally unacceptable for Japan, a country that was the victim…
Recommendation for Japan to Possess Nuclear Weapons
--A calm, realistic approach necessary to "avoid fighting"-- Talking about nuclear possession remains strongly taboo in Japan.As a country that experienced the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, this is an understandable sentiment. However, emotions and national security are two different things.A country cannot be protected by "wishes"; only "structures" can protect it. This article is not intended to glorify nuclear weapons.In fact, it is the opposite.It deals with the practical question of whether Japan should possess nuclear weapons in order to avoid war. The world order is based on nuclear weapons The current international order is supported not by…
The real reason ice melts and the only deceleration mechanism
Science shows soil is a huge cooling system The reason glaciers and polar ice are melting is not simply because temperatures are rising. To be more precise, the underlying reason is that excess heat is continuing to enter the Earth system, and the mechanisms for releasing that heat are not keeping up. And from a scientific perspective, of these "heat release mechanisms,"the one that is currently most weakened is soil. Why does ice continue to melt without stopping? First, let's review the mechanism behind ice melting. - Increased levels of carbon dioxide and methane in the atmosphere- Radiated heat is…
Civilization will not die in a pole shift. It will end when the soil dies.
-- Soil bacteria: the "final infrastructure" Whenever the topic of a pole shift comes up, humanity repeats the same anxieties.Will the magnetic field weaken?Will communications cease?Will civilization collapse? But from a geological perspective, there is no evidence that a pole shift itself would destroy civilization or living things.The Earth's magnetic field has reversed many times in the past, but the Earth has not been destroyed. It is not a change in the magnetic field that will truly end civilization.When the earth dies, civilization will quietly come to an end. The pole shift will destroy not "nature" but "presuppositions" Scientifically, the…
There aren’t many foods that can improve your mental and physical health at the same time.
-- The structure of hemp seeds, the closest thing to a complete food I can't concentrate for long.It's hard to switch my mood.My body is tired, but my mind won't rest. These ailments aren't a matter of age or personality. It's possible that your brain and body are quietly lacking in the materials they need. Hemp seeds are now being rediscovered as just that "material." Hemp seeds are a source of oil and protein What makes hemp seeds special is that they are not just a food "high in a few nutrients," but rather possess a balanced nutritional profile tailored…
The reason the world will end is not because of technology, but because we chose the wrong soil
The moment humanity began to control too much, the Earth began to break down. If all of the data from the modern world were input into a supercomputer, what kind of future would it reveal?War, population, economy, resources, technology, climate...No matter how you adjust the conditions,the answer often converges on a single answer."If things continue as they are, human civilization is headed for catastrophe."Advancing technology,increasing renewable energy,changing the financial system,wouldn't significantly change the outcome.But there is one areawhere the results can be changed.And that is agriculture.And it's not modern agriculture.Only organic farming, which doesn't emit nitrous oxide,is shown to reduce…
One billion lives in just one cubic centimeter of soil
Every year we continue to destroy the "invisible universe" Soil is more than just a brown substance.It's a space where life exists, layer after layer.In justone cubic centimeter.In an area of soil that would fit on your fingertip,more than one billion microorganisms live.This is not a metaphor.It's a scientific fact. There is a "complete world" in the soil These more than 1 billion organisms are made up of:BacteriaFungiActinomycetesProtistsand more.They coexist, sharing roles such as:Decomposing organic matterTransporting nutrientsSuppressing pathogensExchanges information with plant roots.There is no hierarchy or chain of command.There is only circulation and balance.This structure is far older and far…
The global environment is not just an “energy problem”
The unmodified system of agriculture and the only patch "hemp" The current environmental debateis running on a fatal design flaw.The moment we narrowed the problemto "carbon dioxide (CO₂),"we turned a blind eye to the real cause.This is not an opinion.This is a matter of structure. Redefining the problem The biggest greenhouse gas is the least talked about.Just the facts.- Nitrous oxide (N₂O) has a greenhouse effect roughly 300 times stronger than CO₂.- It remains in the atmosphere for over 100 years.- It not only raises temperatures but also damages the ozone layer.So far, this has been scientifically established.So, the next…
It’s not carbon dioxide that’s destroying the planet
Agriculture, Nitrous Oxide, and Hemp: The Only Answer For a long time, discussions of global environmental issues have centered around carbon dioxide (CO₂).Power generation, cars, factories, airplanes...The shared narrative is that reducing these things will save the Earth.However, this explanation centers on "easy-to-understand numbers,"and does not address the true cause.What is quietly but surely tormenting the Earth is nitrous oxide (N₂O) emitted by agriculture. The most dangerous greenhouse gas that is rarely talked about Nitrous oxide is- a greenhouse gas with a greenhouse effect approximately 300 times greater than carbon dioxide- can remain in the atmosphere for over 100 years-…
Governance that does not exclude the weak: Why do the ideas of King Bhumibol and Queen Sirikit resonate with the modern-day legalization of marijuana?
The recent legalization and decriminalization of cannabis around the world is not simply a matter of lifting the ban on recreational drugs or creating a new industry. At its core lies a fundamental question: how should the state treat those deemed "weak" or "deviant?" In this context, it is worth noting a certain governance philosophy that was quietly but consistently demonstrated in Thailand in the second half of the 20th century. This was the attitude embodied by King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit: "not excluding the weak, but bringing them back into the system." Northern Thailand during the Cold War:…
Why certain ideals were not upheld
--A quiet question about power and reason Ideals that cannot be protectedwill be taken away again and again. The issue is not whether or not you have power. It's whether you can simultaneously have the resolve to protect themand the rationality not to pull the trigger. Many ideals have been spoken of in the past. Peace, freedom, dignity, culture. All of these were beautiful,All of these were right. And yet,Time and again, these things were trampled upon,Stolen away,And disappeared into history. Not because the ideals were wrong,But because they were not upheld. It wasn't the idea that was stolen. When…
Why has hemp been seized so many times?
--Memories of people who tried to preserve culture and dignity Ideals that cannot be protectedwill be taken away again and again. The issue is not whether or not you have power. It's whether you can simultaneously have the resolve to protect themand the rationality not to pull the trigger. Hemp is not just a plant. It was cloth, medicine, and prayer,and a culture that connected people to the land. Despite this,hemp has repeatedly been labeled "dangerous" and "a backward culture,"and has been quietly cut off from society. What has been lost each time is not hemp itself,but the dignity of…
Ukraine, Gaza, Taiwan – the more unstable the world becomes, the more people in Japan dislike “thinking”
The world is clearly unstable right now.● In Ukraine, the invasion is prolonged.● In Gaza, retaliation is cascading.● In the Taiwan Strait, tension has become a daily occurrence.Neither the United Nations, international public opinion, nor ideals have been enough to stop the war.And yet, in Japan,there is one topic that is "shut down before it's even considered."-- Nuclear weapons. "Reality is moving," but Japan is standing still Whenever former Air Staff Chief Toshio Tamogami makes a statement about nuclear weapons, he is always met with criticism."It's dangerous.""It's inappropriate.""Don't talk about that now."But ironically, it's the countries that aren't talking about…
“It’s not ‘have nuclear weapons,’ it’s ‘don’t tell us not to think.'”
In Japan, when the word "nuclear" is mentioned,the discussion often ends before it even begins. "It's inappropriate, as we're a country that was bombed.""It's a dangerous idea.""It's a topic that shouldn't be touched." In this way, even the thought of it is silenced. However, the words of former Air Self-Defense Force Chief of Staff Toshio Tamogamiare often misunderstood. What he was saying was not an order to "possess nuclear weapons immediately." "Don't tell me not to think about it."That's all there is to it. The choice to speak out despite knowing it will be disliked What happens if you speak…