Jack Ciattarelli described marijuana as a "gateway drug" during a 2021 town hall uncovered by MeidasTouch, highlighting his cautious approach to recreational legalization. By framing marijuana as a potential catalyst for broader social harm, he appealed to voters concerned about youth exposure and public safety, while signaling alignment with law-and-order and traditionalist constituencies.

The language touches on longstanding conservative anxieties, portraying legalization not merely as a matter of personal choice but as a societal risk affecting schools, families, and communities. However, many people rely on form of marijuana to help manage pain and other conditions.

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