I sent the email to my state rep about the legalization of marijuana. I'm going to write this guy back. I have about a millio thigs going throughmy head about what I want to say. Please, I would like some feedback and some good suggestions on what to write back. Here it is:
Dear Mr. ***:



Thank you for contacting me regarding efforts to achieve legalization of marijuana.



I oppose the legalization of marijuana for three reasons. First, legalization sends a harmful moral message that tends to legitimize drug abuse. The government should not undermine parents' efforts to raise morally discerning children by sending a strong message to teenagers about the acceptability of mind-altering substances.



Second, many people who argue for the legalization of marijuana greatly understate the physiological effects of this drug. The intoxicant in marijuana, THC, appears to have mild effects because it is fat-soluble and slow-acting. However, THC stored in fatty tissue continues to affect the brain for a long time after the "high" wears off. This is why regular pot smokers feel and appear continuously distracted and unfocused. THC can remain in the fat of a regular smoker for months after he quits. This intoxicant can cause serious and lasting harm to the brain, the hormones, the lungs, and the reproductive organs of a smoker.



Third, and most importantly, I oppose the legalization of marijuana because it is a gateway drug. While not all pot smokers go on to use harder drugs, virtually everyone who abuses cocaine or heroine begins by smoking marijuana. In the Netherlands, the liberalization of drug laws has resulted in the proliferation of harder drugs, prostitution, and violent crime as users seek greater highs and new ways to feed their habit. :stupid:



Likewise, I am not sympathetic with attempts to legalize marijuana for medical use. THC is already available in pill form with a doctor's prescription. Thus, there is no legitimate medical need for raw marijuana:cursing:. I see these initiatives as ill-advised attempts to legitimize this harmful drug.



It is a privilege to represent you and I hope that you will not hesitate to contact me regarding any matter where I might be of assistance. If you would like more information on issues, or would like to share further thoughts with me via e-mail, you may visit my website.




Sincerely,

W. Todd Akin
Member of Congress :S4:
mjslover1 Reviewed by mjslover1 on . What a MORON my State Rep is!!!!!!! READ!! I sent the email to my state rep about the legalization of marijuana. I'm going to write this guy back. I have about a millio thigs going throughmy head about what I want to say. Please, I would like some feedback and some good suggestions on what to write back. Here it is: Dear Mr. ***: Thank you for contacting me regarding efforts to achieve legalization of marijuana. I oppose the legalization of marijuana for three reasons. First, legalization sends a harmful moral Rating: 5