American Voices

The Medical-Marijuana Ban

May 9, 2001 | ISSUE 37•19

Last week, the Supreme Court ruled 8-0 that federal law does not allow a "medical necessity" exception to the ban on marijuana use. What do you think?

  • Good. Medical marijuana is a gateway drug, and many who use it go on to use stronger stuff–even engaging in full-blown chemotherapy.

    Diane Denkinger
    Realtor

  • Luckily, people with health problems still have the healing powers of alcohol at their disposal.

    David Dawson
    Mechanic

  • You know, those Cheech & Chong movies come off as very warm and human if you see them as simple dramas about two dying friends.

    Patti D'Andrea
    Tour Guide

  • What? I can't believe I voted for David Souter in the High Times Hemp 100.

    Radu Manogian
    File Clerk

  • The terminally ill need to learn that you can have fun without all the drugs.

    Burt Allenby
    Systems Analyst

  • If they really wanted to stop people from smoking pot, they should legalize medical marijuana. Under this country's health-care system, nobody would be able to get it.

    Marlon Edwards
    Civil Engineer

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