I'M NO CRIMINAL

As one of the many seriously ill South Dakotans depending on the
medical marijuana initiative's passage, I want to thank you for your
support for this compassionate measure. If it does not pass, I could
end up in jail for trying to live as normally as possible.

For 20 years, I have had multiple sclerosis. I have tried numerous
prescription medications, but none of them have worked on my
incredible stiffness and spasms. When I wake up, I am nearly
paralyzed, unable to move.

The one medicine that has preserved my mobility is marijuana. It also
relieves incredible pain and spasms.

I am not alone; a new study found that one in eight multiple sclerosis
patients use marijuana to treat their illnesses.

I have had over a half-dozen neurologists across the country state
about my illness: "Yes, it has been proven beneficial for MS symptoms;
just don't get busted."

I am a nice person, college-educated, who didn't ask nor do anything
to acquire this disease that has robbed me of most of my life! I am
not a criminal!

Protect doctors and patients from arrest. Vote yes on Measure
4.

Cynthia Siragusa

Rapid City