What’s Next? Caution! Toke Zone Ahead

Like Alcohol, The Downsides Of Legalized Marijuana Outweigh The Benefits. The Negative Outcomes Have All Been Documented And Proven To Be True. Do We Really Need To Explore This Slippery Slope Of Legalization Consequences Here In Tennessee?

Unfortunately, It Appears That With The Influx Of “Newcomers” To Our State, Legalization Is Just Over The Political Horizon.

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Medical Marijuana Pitfalls (Op-Ed)

I Am Not Opposed To Legal Pot. Individual Freedom Is In Our Heritage. However, I Vehemently Oppose The Down Sides. I Have Witnessed Many Post-Legalization Issues, Some Listed Here. Lack Of Concentration. Overdoses From Edibles. Distractibility While Driving. The “Spicoli Effect” On Teen Learning. Black Markets. Illegal Grow Operations. Gang Infestation. Influx Of Competing Drug Cartels And Crime. Juvenile Accessibility. Homelessness. Profiteering. Greed By Local “Leaders” Looking To Make A Buck. Gateway Implications For Folks With Low Impulse Control Or Addictive Personality Disorders. Vaping In Schools. Unfortunately, Like Legal Booze, The Downsides Outweigh The Benefits. Although, I Still Support Personal Choice If It Doesn’t Harm Or Endanger Others.

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