I am a former educator and former volunteer law enforcement officer. I have had two major back surgeries and numerous procedures for spinal pain. I started using Kratom several years ago to control regular pain . It’s very mild and safer than the opioids that doctors usually offer me. It’s even safer than Tylenol. It is effective and easy to consume. There are so many Virginians like myself that use Kratom powders to control pain and even as an energy boost or anxiolytic (depending on the dose). Please protect our rights to have access to this safe and mild herb. The alternative for huge numbers of Virginians will be highly addictive and dangerous pharmaceuticals. As a member of the American Kratom Association, I can assure you that Virginia is highly populated with people who use this mild alternative and those of us who have found the benefits of Kratom do vote. Please protect our rights.