“In strict medical terms marijuana is far safer than many foods we commonly consume. For example, eating 10 raw potatoes can result in a toxic response. By comparison, it is physically impossible to eat enough marijuana to induce death. Marijuana in its natural form is one of the safest therapeutically active substances known to man. By any measure of rational analysis marijuana can be safely used within the supervised routine of medical care.”

HON. FRANCIS YOUNG – DEA ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE – 1988: Sep. 6, 1988 ruling in the matter of “Marijuana Rescheduling Petition