The smoke from burning marijuana contains many more cancer causing substances than tobacco. And if that isn't enough it leads to bronchitis and emphysema. If adults want to take such chances that is their business. But surely the communications media ... should let four million youngsters know what they are risking.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Reagan highlights health risks of marijuana but suggests individuals choose while informing youth.
- In plain terms
- Marijuana harms lungs but adults choose; media should warn kids.
- What can you take from it?
- Media has a duty to inform youth about drug risks.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who should educate youth on drugs?
- Does choice justify risk?
Another view
It implies voluntary risk ignores addiction mechanisms.
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