“There is an argument that medical marijuana is a back door to (recreational) legalization, ... I don't think that, but I do believe it's opening the door for people to learn about the plant.”
Steve Bloom
“Our recommendation is to just say no to medical marijuana dispensaries. The position we believe is most consistent with both state and federal law is that dispensaries of this type be prohibited.”
Helen Holmes Peak
“I just think any mother openly displaying marijuana on the counter, with guns and knives on display, is disgraceful.”
Yvonne Martinez
“The medical, scientific process is open to any drug. That includes marijuana. But you have to get through a process and demonstrate scientific validity. And in this case, to be honest, I think it's nonsense. This is mostly a 'Cheech and Chong' show for the quasi-legalization of marijuana.”
Barry McCaffrey
“I believe medical marijuana is something that, if a doctor prescribes it, we need to do what is in the best interest of the patient. It's a tragedy when you're not giving the best medication to an individual,”
Jon Corzine
“I don't think you could find anybody who hasn't tried marijuana, and I take a lot of credit for that. They're going to have to change their policy.”
Tommy Chong
“It's the only legal source of ( marijuana ) medication in North County.”
Joe Notar