Pubdate: Mon, 09 Dec 2002 Source: Charlotte Observer (NC) Copyright: 2002 The Charlotte Observer Contact: http://www.charlotte.com/mld/observer/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/78 Author: Michael Hicks PAY FOR HEALTH CARE WITH MARIJUANA TAX Instead of creating another bloated bureaucracy to take care of this nation's shameful health care system, why not turn to another answer? Legalize the sale of marijuana and use the taxes from sales for pressing needs. The government already taxes cigarette makers exorbitant sums. Why can't we do the same for this potential cash crop? Marijuana use is a choice. If we stop moralizing about choices people have a right to make, we can find solutions that benefit all. Michael Hicks Concord - --- MAP posted-by: Larry Stevens