POT NOT THAT BAD

I believe it is incomprehensible that in his letter to you ("A bad
decision," Jan. 13) Erik R. Anderson has the audacity to comment in such a
way concerning an experienced judge's decision (Dec. 20 hearing on Marcus
West's marijuana charge). First of all, if this writer is so concerned
about and fears pot, then he needs to take a reality check and read medical
documents on the product before categorizing it as "a dangerous threat to
our community." Second, his comment that "Judge (Julie) Stevenson
apparently ignored the expert testimony of Cpl. Tim Duhan ..." -- was he
even listening to himself when he wrote that?

Mr. Anderson did not know what he was talking about. Think twice before you
write. Marijuana is the last thing to be considered "potentially dangerous"
floating around Frederick County schools. He should be worrying about the
more important things like guns, fighting or even other drugs such as acid
or Ecstasy. Leave the marijuana thing alone.

HEIDI WINTER

Franklin, Tenn.