Pubdate: Fri, 20 Jun 2014
Source: Tulsa World (OK)
Copyright: 2014 World Publishing Co.
Contact:  http://www.tulsaworld.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/463
Author: Chris Columbus
Page: A14

MIRACLE CURE

I have a hard time believing marijuana is a miracle cure. It has been 
around for centuries and a better case has been made for it being illegal.

It might well be a more convenient and cheaper way to relieve pain, 
just like alcohol and opiates. But is this a reason to legalize marijuana?

While a possible vote might be only to allow its usage for medical 
purposes, it is only a small step to allow for greater use. Just look 
at the western states.

We are succeeding in reducing tobacco usage, after decades of work. 
Do we really want to begin another challenge?

Chris Columbus, Tulsa
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