Scott Gacek | Reposted to the GrokWatch News Desk
Meet Joe Lachance. Joe has a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, two master’s degrees, is an active member of his local Congregational Church and the Republican party, and is married with two children.
Joe is a veteran of the United States Army, having served in the 25th Infantry Division from 1989 to 1992. While serving his country, Joe suffered an injury that resulted in permanent nerve damage to his back and right leg, resulting in severe chronic pain that persists to this day — one of several service-related conditions he incurred while serving.
Joe’s injuries would qualify him to receive medical marijuana in New Hampshire under a law enacted almost two years ago. But, like many other veterans, parents, and patients living in a state whose motto is “Live Free or Die,” Joe can not legally access medical marijuana in a state where he is a lifelong resident.


