Title:
Voters reject Measure 13
Message:
As you may have heard by now, the
voters of South Dakota yesterday rejected Measure 13, which would have
protected seriously ill South Dakota residents from arrest and prosecution for
using medical marijuana with their doctor’s recommendation. While the outcome
was disappointing, the campaign itself was inspiring. Operating on a shoestring
budget, the South Dakota Coalition for Compassion ran a very impressive
campaign despite the free press given to the fear-based “advocacy” of
opposition groups.
The Marijuana Policy Project would
like to congratulate everyone at South Dakota Coalition for Compassion for all
of their hard, tireless, and dedicated work. In particular, MPP would like to thank
and single out for praise Emmett Reistroffer, who organized the signature drive
for this measure and devoted countless hours of his time to this important
cause. The good people of South Dakota are lucky to be able to call Emmett a
“native son.” We’d also like to thank multiple sclerosis patient Pat Lynch and
former police officer Tony Ryan for being unwavering voices for commonsense and
compassion.
Finally, we’d like to thank all of the campaign volunteers
and those of you who made phone calls on behalf of Measure 13. Your efforts
will not be forgotten.
