Pubdate: Mon, 24 Apr 2017
Source: Sentinel Review (CN ON)
Copyright: 2017 Woodstock Sentinel Review
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Author: Conrad Y. Levesque
Page: A4

DRUG PROBLEMS

In regards to legalizing marijuana, I truly believe Justin Trudeau has
opened a can of worms. I have not in my lifetime seen a more
irresponsible political decision than the legalization of marijuana.
More addictions on the way. More overdoses. More impaired driving.
More deaths. More young people that never get the chance to get their
lives on track to success due to introduction to drugs before they
understand the damage they can do.

Young people need to be encouraged to deal with life with clear heads,
not drink or self-medicate when problems confront them. And any talk
that legalization will lead to more responsible drug use, or that
fewer young people will use drugs, is nonsense.

Sadly, our political leaders are the biggest addicts in our country -
addicted to finding new sources of tax revenue no matter the cost. And
finally, I also do not believe in "medicinal" marijuana and I feel
people should suck it up and stop using marijuana as a crutch.

Conrad Y. Levesque

Kanata, Ont.
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