Another Indictment of Marijuana with Amy Ronshausen from Drug Free AmericaAnother Indictment of Marijuana with Amy Ronshausen from Drug Free America
The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return
Recently Canada legalized recreational marijuana countrywide. This is really such a bad idea. States in the US have legalized marijuana because they think they will make money, yet the states where it has been legalized are making less...
29:45•25 Oct 2018
Amy Ronshausen Exposes the Real Costs of Legal Marijuana
“Just because you legalize something right, just makes the criminal aspect go away, right. But aside from that, now I wonder what's going to happen with the businesses that, like the cartels and the other businesses that traffic marijuana illegally, say goes legal countrywide.”
Ever thought about what legalizing recreational marijuana might really cost us? In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', hosts Joanie Sigal and Jason Good sit down with Amy Ronshausen, the executive director of Drug Free America. Amy shares eye-opening insights on the hidden societal and medical expenses tied to legal weed. She doesn't just skim the surface; she dives deep into how legalization affects our youth, debunking the myth that marijuana is a harmless drug.
Amy also touches on the disturbing link between marijuana use and the opioid crisis, making a strong case for why we need to look beyond the perceived financial benefits. This episode isn't just about numbers and policies; it's a raw and thought-provoking discussion that challenges you to think critically about drug prevention. Whether you're a parent, educator, or just someone curious about the topic, this conversation offers valuable perspectives that might change the way you see marijuana legalization.
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