Mayors and councillors from across British Columbia are launching the annual Union of B.C. Municipalities convention by crowding into a debate calling for the decriminalization of marijuana.
Stop the Violence B.C. spokesman Dr. Evan Wood disagrees with those suggesting municipal leaders shouldn't concern themselves with marijuana laws.
The noted HIV/AIDS expert says drug gangs are killing people and municipalities have the power to lead the way towards decriminalizing pot.
Criminologist Daryl Plecas has countered, saying municipal leaders should work on reducing marijuana use because smoking pot is harmful.
He caused a roar of laughter among the audience of more than 200 when he said smoking pot is stupid — and it makes you stupid.
