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Cannabis vs. Opioids: A Safer Path for West Virginia

West Virginia has led the nation in opioid deaths per capita for years, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Research shows that legalizing cannabis can reduce opioid prescriptions, prevent overdose deaths, and provide a safer alternative for patients struggling with chronic pain and addiction. In this video, we break down the facts: ✔ States with medical cannabis laws saw opioid prescriptions drop nearly 6%, and states with adult-use cannabis saw even greater reductions. ✔ Surveys show patients using medical cannabis cut opioid use by more than 60% in some cases. ✔ Cannabis is not a “gateway drug” — the real gateways are alcohol and tobacco. Cannabis often serves as an exit drug, helping people step away from opioids and other addictive medications. ✔ Legal cannabis also brings economic responsibility, creating jobs, generating hundreds of millions in tax revenue, and funding critical programs like healthcare, schools, and infrastructure. West Virginia’s Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA), veterans, teachers, first responders, and retirees all stand to benefit from stable revenue streams and harm-reduction tools. Instead of letting Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia take our tax dollars, we can keep that money here at home to protect our neighbors. Policy changes when people speak up. Contact your U.S. Representative today: https://www.house.gov/representatives/find... Join the conversation: When will West Virginia?