Office of the Governor State Capitol Santa Fe, New Mexico (505 827 - 3000

Gary E. Johnson Governor

January 7, 2000

Ds. Debby Moore 2742 E. 2nd Wichita, KS, 67214

Dear Ms. Moore:

Thank you for your kind words of support for my position on drug legalization. I am overwhelmed at the high level of response I am receiving - from nearly every state in the union and nearly every demographic group.

The concept of legalizing drugs is an issue on which reasonable people can disagree, and the feedback I am receiving illustrates this point. Regardless of whether people accept our position, it is terrific that they are talking about our nation’s drug policy and that they are thinking about each other’s beliefs.

I believe that inspired debate is at the root of a free society. Eventually, elected officials in every state will be willing to speak up in favor of a sane drug policy. Ultimately, the debate will turn in our favor and the violence of the drug war will stop.

Again thank you for your support, and for being willing to speak out on this critical issue.

Sincerely,

Gary E. Johnson Governor