Michael Dare's letter (Feb. 28) brands the funding of
studies on the medicinal uses of marijuana a waste of
money since it would prove benefits that users and past
users already know exist.

True as that may be, a study might result in the
government saving a few bucks. With a study in hand to
dispel the current controversy, zealots on both sides of
the medicinal pot issue would possibly find other issues
more deserving of their time and financial resources.

BARRY S. NAIDITCH

San Diego