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Unpredictability of marijuana
The immense desire many have for the legalization of marijuana has spawned a great variety of rational arguments, such as: Why should we illegalize a natural plant that is commonly used for medicating and healing purposes? [“Pot initiative a tough sell in Eastern Washington,” page one, Oct. 22]. Also, legalizing marijuana would force street drug dealers to lose most or all of their business.
Cannabis is already ubiquitous within our society and very accessible for many. Why make it even easier?
I am aware that the legalization of marijuana would only make it accessible to those who are 21 and over, but that doesn’t mean the youth won’t be able to get their hands on it.
Marijuana affects everyone in a distinct manner. Some people are able to take a relatively large dosage and define their mental state as “fine” or “normal” while others who take a small dosage find themselves in a very psychedelic state. Its effects can be unpredictable and this unpredictability makes it especially dangerous for those who choose to drive while under the influence of the drug.
Our society doesn’t need the legalization of marijuana.
— Sheidy Rantung, Everett
Protect our children through conversation
I am the mother of three children — 17, 15 and 11. I support I-502. I have never been high. I do not support the legalization of marijuana because I want to partake in marijuana or want my children to. I support I-502 because I would like to spend the resources on enforcement on more valuable, effective and worthy public activities...[ read more at link]
Unpredictability of marijuana
The immense desire many have for the legalization of marijuana has spawned a great variety of rational arguments, such as: Why should we illegalize a natural plant that is commonly used for medicating and healing purposes? [“Pot initiative a tough sell in Eastern Washington,” page one, Oct. 22]. Also, legalizing marijuana would force street drug dealers to lose most or all of their business.
Cannabis is already ubiquitous within our society and very accessible for many. Why make it even easier?
I am aware that the legalization of marijuana would only make it accessible to those who are 21 and over, but that doesn’t mean the youth won’t be able to get their hands on it.
Marijuana affects everyone in a distinct manner. Some people are able to take a relatively large dosage and define their mental state as “fine” or “normal” while others who take a small dosage find themselves in a very psychedelic state. Its effects can be unpredictable and this unpredictability makes it especially dangerous for those who choose to drive while under the influence of the drug.
Our society doesn’t need the legalization of marijuana.
— Sheidy Rantung, Everett
Protect our children through conversation
I am the mother of three children — 17, 15 and 11. I support I-502. I have never been high. I do not support the legalization of marijuana because I want to partake in marijuana or want my children to. I support I-502 because I would like to spend the resources on enforcement on more valuable, effective and worthy public activities...[ read more at link]
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