Gerald Ensley: A step toward legalization? Hooray

October 22, 2014
BobD
News & Insights, Policy & Legal
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Every time opponents talk about Florida’s bid to allow medical marijuana, they throw out the same scare tactic: Medical marijuana will lead to legalized marijuana!

To which I say: Gee, I hope so.

Because marijuana should be legalized. And if it takes medical marijuana to start opening that door in Florida, bully for medical marijuana.

On Nov. 4, Florida voters will vote on three proposed amendments to the state constitution. Amendment 2 allows Florida residents to buy and use marijuana for medical conditions.

Already, 23 states and the District of Columbia have voted to permit medical marijuana. [Read More]

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