Good Work‏! Obama Responds, Takes Stand Supporting MMJ

Dear Supporter,

You took action, and President Obama responded.

Well done! The White House received thousands of your faxes and phone
calls, and almost immediately took a stand in support of medical
marijuana states, upholding President Obama's campaign promises to end
the federal raids on medical marijuana dispensaries.

We joined you in urging this administration to end these wasteful,
harmful raids, and coordinated efforts with our allies in Congress to
keep the pressure on.

Thanks to your efforts, the Obama administration responded:
http://dpa.convio.net/site/R?i=NVHkd-HKuOhtRvntmI9prA.. or http://uk.reuters.com/article/healthNewsMolt/idUKTRE5140GO20090205

"The President believes that federal resources should not be used to
circumvent state laws, and as he continues to appoint senior
leadership to fill out the ranks of the federal government, he expects
them to review their policies with that in mind."

An incredible victory. But the fight's not over yet. Here are a few
things we'll continue to work on in the coming season to ensure that
medical marijuana patients everywhere are protected:

*
Urge President Obama to nominate a drug czar who will stay
out of your house and medicine cabinet.
*
Keep working in New Mexico, as the state becomes
the first to license nonprofit organizations to grow
medical marijuana.
*
Continue supporting medical marijuana legislation in states
like New Jersey, where our bill will hopefully be
voted on by the full Senate soon.

By working together, we can accomplish anything. Great job!

Thanks again,

Bill Piper
Director, Office of National Affairs
Drug Policy Alliance Network