Resources for Compassionate Candidates
Over the last 30 years, patient advocates have been working at all levels of government to create policies that recognize cannabis as a legitimate medicine. Today, Cannabis medicines have become a lifeline for millions of Americans, offering relief often when conventional treatments fail or pose risks. Patients consistently report improved quality of life, reduced pain, better sleep, enhanced mood, and increased mobility with tolerable side effects. These experiences have been validated by the Department of Health and Human Services, Food and Drug Administration, the National Institutes of Health, and the National Academies of Sciences.
The absence of a national medical cannabis program hinders access for many, while unregulated markets pose potential health threats for many more. Integrating cannabis into healthcare systems is essential for patient safety, public health, and scientific advancement. A national medical cannabis program would allow healthcare stakeholders to adapt to evolving scientific knowledge and offer patients comprehensive care.
Americans for Safe Access (ASA) created the Compassionate Candidate Campaign to provide candidates running for federal office an opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to policies that improve the lives of medical cannabis patients and to provide voters with a platform to learn where candidates stand on medical cannabis issues. These resources will help candidates better understand the issues described in the Compassionate Pledge, how to participate in the Compassionate Candidate Campaign, and how to communicate and promote their support for comprehensive federal medical cannabis legislation.
The Compassionate Candidate Pledge demonstrates your commitment to compassionate policies that will prioritize patient well-being and ensure equitable access to medical cannabis treatments during the 120th Congress.
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