July 17, 2007
Action Alert - Medical Marijuana
The testimony from the the Chief Scientist for the Office of National Drug Control Policy provides information about what is wrong with permitting the use of smoked marijuana for medical purposes and provides information about existing legal drugs that provide superior treatment for medical conditions. Please download the entire 5-page testimony and share with your Legislators, church, and prevention groups.
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http://whitehousedrugpolicy.gov/news/testimony07/071207/
Testimony of Dr. David Murray
Chief Scientist, Office of National Drug Control Policy
Before the Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security
"Hearing on the Drug Enforcement Administration's Regulation of Medicine"
July 12, 2007
Chairman Scott, Ranking Member Forbes and distinguished Members of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism and Homeland Security: Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today to discuss our National efforts to reduce drug use in America and current Federal policy regarding so-called "medical" marijuana under state law.
Over the past several decades, there has been an ongoing national debate regarding the use of marijuana for medical purposes. While we all may agree that too many of our citizens suffer from pain and chronic illnesses, as a civilized society we must ensure that we base critical decisions regarding the health and safety of Americans on sound science and research. As Chief Scientist for the national agency tasked by Congress to evaluate, coordinate, and oversee drug policy, I look forward to providing the committee with the latest state of affairs regarding this important issue.