At this very moment, a child in Lorain may be having a seizure and a cancer patient in Amherst is undoubtedly in the fight of her life. A veteran in Elyria, in the throes of depression brought on by PTSD, may be thinking the unthinkable. These people are why we need to act this November. Many chronically ill Ohioans suffer from diseases that can be effectively treated with cannabis, but this medicine is currently illegal in Ohio due to marijuana prohibition. For the first time in Ohio's history, we have a chance to end this tragically flawed policy. A yes vote on Issue 3 will end cannabis prohibition and give Ohio's patients a fighting chance at a better life. [continues 347 words]
Life is precious and a healthy life is a gift. This is a gift we can give to ailing Ohioans who need our help. At this very moment, a child in Lorain might be having a seizure and a cancer patient in Amherst is undoubtedly in the fight of her life. A military veteran in Elyria, in the throes of depression brought on by post-traumatic stress disorder, might be thinking the unthinkable .. which is why we need to support State Issue 3 on Nov. 3. [continues 267 words]