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Published: 27 March, 2009, 01:39
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Legalizing marijuana would eliminate the huge profits taken in by the Mexican drug cartels, which are threatening the stability of Mexico and the U.S., said Aaron Houston, a pro-pot advocate in Washington.

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Daveigh July 17, 2011, 04:20

Thats more than sienbsle! Thats a great post!

Ron November 05, 2009, 05:09

the time has come to legalize pot in all states for medical reasons. If it helps people then they should beable to have it.

Albert Errington July 22, 2009, 13:27

What is the amount of money spent to fight this problem annually? Would this also be added to the 14-40 billion? IF so how would we stop other drugs,firearms and other contraband that pass our borders daily. I personally think the savings would be stateside only because our borders are still vulnerable.

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