Pubdate: Mon, 09 Mar 2009
Source: Pasadena Star-News, The (CA)
Copyright: 2009 Pasadena Star News
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MEDICAL MARIJUANA, YES OR NO?

U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder's recent announcement that the 
Obama administration will let states enforce their own laws on 
medical marijuana means Californians can finally buy and sell 
prescription pot without fear of federal raids.

But tension remains over medical marijuana dispensaries and drug 
laws. In fact, many local cities have outright banned the 
dispensaries, wanting no part of the dispute.

Californians in 1996 overwhelmingly supported legalizing marijuana 
for medical patients, but did voters anticipate toking for headaches 
or anxiety?

Throw in the proposed legislation by a San Francisco assemblyman to 
legalize, tax and regulate marijuana, and it seems clear there's a 
movement toward leniency.

What's your take on the change in policy toward marijuana use in 
California? And where do you see it heading?

Will the end of federal raids allow scofflaw dispensaries to 
flourish? Or will law-abiding, ill patients be able to seek relief 
without fear or hassle? Would you support a medical marijuana 
dispensary in your city?

Send your responses to  (Whittier Daily News);  (Pasadena Star-News); or  (San Gabriel Valley Tribune).

Like any "Your View" letter, your letter must include your full name, 
the community or city in which you live and a daytime phone number. 
We'll print as many as we can in the respective "Your View" sections.

And as always, happy opinionating.
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