In 1996, medical marijuana initiatives passed in California and Arizona. Prohibitionists were quick to claim that by allowing marijuana use for medicinal purposes recreational marijuana use would rise, especially among young people.
Teens stop using drugs when they become aware of the risks involved.
In 1998, 5.5 percent were current marijuana smokers, a figure consistent with the national level at 5 percent. The drug czar's claims were again proven wrong by this government study. We do not own nor are responsible for visitor comments. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107 and The Berne Convention on Literary and Artistic Works, Article 10, news clippings on this site are made available without profit for research and educational purposes. Any trademarks, trade names, service marks, or service names used on this site are the property of their respective owners.