MEDICINAL POT IS REAL

To the editor,

I have the most profound respect for individuals such as Shelly Arnold and
Ryan Landers. Shelly is willing to put herself and her reputations at risk
in order to help relieve the suffering of others. Ryan's own bout with AIDS
has not deterred him from fighting selflessly to see that medical marijuana
is recognized as legitimate and effective medicine.

For anyone who believes that medical marijuana is just an excuse for a bunch
of drug addicts to have a fix, talk to a real patient. If your mind is at
all open, you'll be surprised how much relief from suffering the plant
affords.

Ray Carlson, Redwood City, CA