Sunday Dialogue

WHEN MARIJUANA IS USED AS MEDICINE.

Several years ago, I contracted a case of food poisoning. The
frequent vomiting and diarrhea were unpleasant, but the feeling of
nausea was the worst effect of all.

In response, I smoked a few puffs of high-quality marijuana. The
effects of the nausea disappeared after about 30 seconds.

Here's a few assertions of my own: Marijuana is the fastest-acting
and most effective anti-nausea agent available. Marijuana is no more
addictive than milk, and the consumption of small quantities is no
more toxic than milk.

RICHARD SASLOW

Novato, Calif., Dec. 14, 2011