The indispensable Pete Guither reports from the Illinois Legislature on the debate over a medical marijuana bill being considered there.
It's astonishing how the anti-drug advocates repeatedly resort to misinformation when arguing their side. Federal Drug Czar John Walters makes an appearance - money quote - He then said he was not here to "improperly influence legislation."
Also, check out this profile of medical marijuana user Irvin Rosenfeld, who's been using for twenty-plus years.
Irv's a real dynamo. He's a successful stockbroker working in a fast-paced industry while smoking marijuana every day. He's an outstanding public speaker, and the entire room is drawn to him. He's a terrific asset to the medical marijuana movement -- not only as a good speaker, but because in the end, when the drug warriors claim that medical marijuana is dangerous, Irv stands in front of them proudly and strongly and demands:"Explain me!"
