MARIJUANA NOT SO GOOD?

I am shocked to read the complaint about marijuana being a detriment
to your career. In my experience, anything done without moderation
can be a detriment. I have a hard time justifying the animosity
towards marijuana specifically though, as prescription drugs and
alcohol seem to be the biggest problem nationally. Ironically enough,
it is that "crowd" that seems to ridicule marijuana the most.

I might be biased (my girlfriend is a cancer survivor), but I believe
alcohol and the recent overprescription of painkillers are
responsible for a lot more ills (social and personal) than marijuana
ever could be. I believe it is an issue of personal responsibility.

Prohibition has been proven to be flawed. Maybe if marijuana was
legalized we could set age limits and eliminate the need for users to
fraternize with dealers. This might also serve to alleviate the
overpopulation of our jail system. Isn't it time to deal with the
issue? After all, it is here to stay.

- - Alex Mackinum

Chico