September 27, 2012 Page 8
Opinion
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Medical marijuana dispensary shutdown Federal law has cracked down on medical marijuana dispensaries in Downtown Los Angeles, Eagle Rock and Huntington Park, according to the Los Angeles Times. Many dispensaries have violated the for-profit sales laws set forth by the state of California. Consequently, federal authorities have taken legal action, ordering higher-profiting marijuana dispensaries to close. California law allows the distribution of medicinal marijuana, yet federal law remains in objection. Is it right for federal authorities to shut down these Los Angeles dispensaries based on their violations?
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Mounting tension in NFL after Packers-Seahawks game The consequences of the National Football League referee lockdown have become more and more apparent, but during last Monday’s Packers-Seahawks game came yet another gaff. Off of a 40-yard pass by Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, Seahawks receiver Golden Tate and Packers’ safety M.D. Jennings both got their hands on the ball – which one official ruled an interception while another indicated a touchdown for the Seahawks. Ultimately, the catch was ruled a reception, giving the Seahawks the upset win. How long should the NFL stand by the replacement refs in light of increasing fan and player frustration?
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