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Dr. Steven Jenison, is an Iowa native and a UI College of Medicine Distinguished Alumni, who helped create and lead the State of New Mexico’s medical cannabis program. He thinks Iowa could also create a legal, well-regulated way to help suffering Iowans get the help they need.A quick glance at Senator Bolkcom's Facebook page shows that he and Dr. Jenison are making the rounds this month to discuss the issue of marijuana legalization -- specifically the legalization of medical marijuana.
Dr. Jenison will hold a public speaking event on Monday December 2, 6:00-7:30 pm at the Des Moines Public Library, downtown, 1000 Grand Avenue.
I'm conflicted about this topic. I have no problem with medical marijuana as a treatment for a handful of specific medical conditions. But I've seen certain states that have legalized medical marijuana for pretty much anything and everything. From the outside looking in, it looks like these prescriptions are potentially blank checks to get high off pot.
It's not a simple process to get certain types of medications -- such as Concerta and other form of Ritalin -- prescribed and refilled. It's my opinion that medical marijuana should be equally scrutinized in all level of assessment, prescription, and refilling. And it should be to treat specific ailments, such as certain cancers, seizure conditions, and glaucoma.
I also think that we need to get the federal government on board before legalizing medical marijuana in this state. What's the point in becoming a producer of this medicine if federal agents can swoop in and arrest you?
Check out the following video to learn more how this state could benefit from legalized medical marijuana: