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Other meds impair

Wed., July 20, 2011

In response to Patricia A. McManus’ July 9 letter: If we are to take away driving privileges for medical marijuana patients, are we also to do so for those who are using prescribed painkillers and medications for allergy, blood pressure, sleep and the many other maladies that could also impair one’s ability to drive?

To be fair, all users of any medication that causes impairment would also have to lose their privilege and then we’re talking about a whole lot of people who can no longer drive.

I’m all for safe streets for everyone, but I believe McManus’ view singles out medical marijuana and would unfairly take away driving privileges based on what medications have been prescribed.

Brian B. Baird

Spokane

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