Pubdate: Fri, 14 Jan 2005
Source: StarPhoenix, The (CN SN)
Copyright: 2005 The StarPhoenix
Contact:  http://www.canada.com/saskatoon/starphoenix/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/400
Author: Kelly Patrick

PRESENT YOUTH WITH FACTS, NOT FEAR

The story, Pot easy to find at schools: study (SP, Jan. 10), suggests that 
teens aren't aware of marijuana's health hazards.

I would think the whole debate on marijuana use would take on a whole new 
useful approach if there was both evidence and credible individuals 
discussing respectfully with youth audiences the actual health hazards of 
marijuana.

It's time we get beyond McCarthyism and discuss facts as opposed to 
promoting fear and ignorance. Children are smart and need to be presented 
with convincing arguments to make intelligent decisions. It's the least we 
can do for them.

Kelly Patrick

Saskatoon 
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