With collectively over 60 years of experience in the field of medicine in Alaska, we have grave concerns about and oppose the legalization and commercialization of marijuana in Alaska. When Alaskans face this critical decision in November, it is essential that we all consider the implications to our health, our social service programs, our public safety, our youth and our communities.

Ballot Measure 2 seeks to legalize, commercialize and advertise marijuana and derived products such as drug-infused edibles and potent concentrates. These related products are very unlike marijuana of the past in their intensity.

[continues 659 words]