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Relax, Mr. President, You're Falling Out of Touch

Cody Gault  —  Apr 3, 2009

In a world where technology becomes obsolete only a few months after it hits the shelves, how long will it take for the shiny new President to become outdated and out-of-touch?

Last week the White House held an online town hall meeting, inviting Americans to submit their questions and concerns for the President’s consideration. Overwhelmingly, the question most frequently asked was: “With over 1 out of 30 Americans controlled by the penal system, why not legalize, control and tax marijuana to change the failed war on drugs into a money-making, money-saving boost to the economy? Do we really need that many victimless criminals?”

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