An editorial from The Gazette argues against the federal government relaxing rules on marijuana. It criticises Colorado Governor Jared Polis for supporting the Biden administration’s move to reschedule marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance, effectively decriminalising it. The editorial board contends that this policy change would exacerbate existing issues related to youth marijuana use and mental health problems.

The piece highlights troubling statistics, such as the high percentage of Colorado teens who die by suicide with THC in their system. The editorial also notes that easing regulations could lead to increased marijuana availability among minors, potentially causing more harm. Critics of the proposed policy argue that it prioritises political gains over public health and safety.

Source: The Gazette