Missouri Lawmaker Seeks Medicinal Marijuana Legalization
Missouri state lawmaker Ronnie DePasco, 59, battles lung cancer and advocates legalizing medical marijuana amid federal prohibition. The piece outlines differing state policies, DEA actions against California growers, and the broader clash with federal law while stressing patient relief and the need for compassionate policy.
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Maine
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Washington
Santa Cruz
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Question of the Week on Iraq authority and Saddam Hussein
The Ottawa Herald asks readers whether Congress should grant the president broad powers to deal with Iraq and Saddam Hussein. Readers are invited to vote and comment at ottawaherald.com for inclusion in the Weekender edition survey results.
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Bush
Iraq
Saddam Hussein
Ottawaherald.com
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Herald
Imprisoning drug offenders questioned by Star Tribune editorial
The Star Tribune argues imprisoning drug offenders under mandatory minimums fails to curb drug abuse. It cites rising inmate numbers since 1980, notes most are low level users, and argues prevention and treatment are far more cost effective than the drug war. Only four cents of anti-drug spending go to prevention and treatment.
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the Star Tribune
Minneapolis
America
Feds
When the parents become the children
Chartrand narrates an airport goodbye as he helps his elderly parents, both 79, travel to Boston. The scene blends worry and tenderness from the writer and strangers alike. A caring check-in agent and a passerby glimpse the family bond, revealing the childlike fear and fierce love behind travel jitters.
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David Chartrand
Boston
Dad
Garden City
Lynette
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Midwest Express
Olathe
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Aol.com
Kansas fiscal outlook for next governor in 2003 budget
Martin Hawver outlines a looming $540 million budget shortfall for FY2003 under a new governor. He notes needed $200 million in new taxes or further cuts, plus likely $100 million in immediate reductions, while ending balances and road funding faces elimination. The piece emphasizes looming tax, cut, and revenue debates for the next administration.
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Martin Hawver
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