Pubdate: Sat, 08 Jun 2013 Source: National Post (Canada) Copyright: 2013 Canwest Publishing Inc. Contact: http://drugsense.org/url/wEtbT4yU Website: http://www.nationalpost.com/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/286 Author: David Saul DON'T FEAR LEGAL POT Re: Big Marijuana Goes Legit, June 7. The 75-year prohibition on marijuana (and hemp) is now a political hot potato, with the inevitable push toward a resolution for legalizing, taxing and establishing safeguards. But, most importantly, it would take the money out of the dirty hands of criminals. And the best benefit of all? A recreational, mind-altering substance for those over age 21 that is safer than alcohol or tobacco, or even coffee. David Saul, Toronto - --- MAP posted-by: Jay Bergstrom