Pubdate: Wed, 16 Dec 2015
Source: Ottawa Citizen (CN ON)
Copyright: 2015 Postmedia Network Inc.
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Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/326
Author: Larry Comeau
Page: C7

PUTTING THE CART BEFORE THE HORSE

Re: Wynne thinks selling pot in LCBO makes a 'lot of sense,' Dec. 15.

Rather than deciding where is the best place to distribute legalized 
marijuana, I hope governments at all levels will first decide how 
best to keep it out of the hands of young people.

Studies have shown that those using pot at an early age run an 
increased risk of having psychological issues later on. Current 
controls have not kept tobacco and alcohol from ending up with our 
youths. Everywhere pot has been legalized, organized crime has 
entered the fray, meaning increased policing costs. Governments 
blinded by the additional revenue should not forget that with 
legalization comes additional costs for treating addiction, 
mental-health issues and overall health care.

Premier Kathleen Wynne et al seem to be putting the cart way before the horse.

Larry Comeau, Ottawa
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