WHY ALL THE MEDICAL MARIJUANA ATTENTION?

Why is it necessary for this newspaper to place so much emphasis on
the "medical marijuana" issue? I refer specifically to the large
photos and the extensive front-page coverage of the Feb. 14 and Feb.
15 issues.

I remember so well the era of the 1960s generation. This is when the
marijuana and drug culture were sneaking into our society. Now, it is
obviously being accepted - and such coverage serves to portray this
issue with respect.

It will not be long until an undercurrent of criminal activity begins
to surface with this activity. From my past experience in law
enforcement, I find it hard to associate respect and common sense with
this present movement.

Gene Benson,

Fort Collins