The referendum to legalise cannabis failed to win enough yes votes. Photo / 123RF
Thought-provoking journalism
It was refreshing to read Liam Dann’s column (“Endorsement for parochial reasons is ridiculous”, November 1). I’m not sure whether I subscribe fully to this view but it was a strong piece of opinion that actually made me think. Sadly, these types of articles that take a strong position and make us all think are becoming rarer and rarer, I guess because journalists are scared to offend. More please — thought provocation is just what we need! Adam Johanson, North Shore
Cannabis ran out of puff
The three main reasons the cannabis referendum was defeated are: 1. Many believe the black market after legalisation would require more police resources, not less. Overseas places where recreational cannabis was recently legalised have since found that by far most sales are still illegal. 2. Although driving under the…