Pubdate: Mon, 02 Jul 2001
Source: Record, The (CA)
Copyright: 2001 The Record
Contact:  http://www.recordnet.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/428
Author: Ryan Tedards
Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/pot.htm (Cannabis)
Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/find?115 (Cannabis - California)

MARIJUANA FAR LESS HARMFUL

In regards to The Record's recent article "Senate voters to 
decriminalize pot," I feel the state Senate took a positive step 
toward recognizing what marijuana truly is: "a habit-forming drug" as 
stated by Nevada Assemblywoman Chris Giunchigliani, D-Las Vegas. When 
compared to alcohol or other controlling substances, marijuana seems 
to produce the least amount of side effects detrimental to the 
individual. Although the outright legalization of marijuana may not 
be the best solution, continued reform of the current laws may be a 
step toward recognizing that marijuana is far less dangerous when 
compared to other drugs, and state laws should follow accordingly.

Ryan Tedards

Stockton
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