Patrick Kennedy Criticized for Trying to Keep Marijuana Illegal

Patrick Kennedy criticized for trying to keep marijuana illegal

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He has also pushed for new treatment options for substance abusers, drawing on his past addiction to prescription drugs. Kennedy brushed off the personal attacks being leveled at him. “I know something about what I am talking about here,” he said.
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Marijuana Legalization: Opponents Regroup Following Washington, Colorado …

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Sharon Levy, chairwoman of the American Academy of Pediatrics committee on substance abuse, said she joined the Project SAM board because "we're losing the public health battle" and policy is being made by legalization advocates who might be …
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The Ohio model

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That has shifted kids out of state institutions and into an array of creative county-based programs, including intensive probation, community service, counseling and drug-abuse treatment. Ohio now spends $ 38 million less than it did three years ago …
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Admitted burglar gets 'last chance' before jail

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Outside the courtroom, as his client prepared for his release from prison, Kraham said drug treatment is more successful than incarceration alone. Addiction problems must be addressed, he said. "We see a lot of these young men getting into trouble …
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