DeSantis Faces Backlash Over Email Blast To 2M People Including Medical Marijuana Patients Who Cite Privacy Concerns, Misuse Of Information
Florida’s Department of Health recently emailed nearly 700,000 medical marijuana patients, praising Republican Governor Ron DeSantis for his achievements, despite his opposition to recreational marijuana use and legalization.
The email highlighted initiatives such as a cancer research program and investments in other health issues but did not mention medical marijuana.
Patients And Advocates Outraged
Medical marijuana patients argue that Florida’s broad public records laws could now allow someone to figure out who is using medical cannabis and why, as they make up about 35% of the letter’s recipients. The exposure could result in unwanted marketing, political messages or even employment discrimination.
“This was a ‘look how great the governor is and how much he’s done for us at the Department of Health,'” said Jodi James, president of the nonprofit …