TOO MUCH EMPHASIS ON MARIJUANA

What is it with this marijuana mania? Everyone seems obsessed with
it. I don't partake of the substance and have no intention of ever
doing so. However, for those who do, what's the big deal? From what
those who have used it say, it merely renders one quiet, calm and
introspective. Unlike other drugs such as alcohol, which causes
people to become violent and dangerous, it appears that marijuana is
no menace to society. I am acquainted with a few law enforcement
members. They are all intelligent, level-headed folks who are seldom
animated by anything that comes their way. However, at the mention of
marijuana they seem to come unhinged. Although they don't froth at
the mouth, they look like they are almost going to.

With our budget problems and shortage of police couldn't we get the
limited law enforcement personnel we do have to concentrate on
activities that are a menace to society rather than this innocuous
practice of marijuana production and consumption?

- - Hugh G. Campbell, Chico