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Originally Posted by Solecismic
Jon, it's hard to have a discussion when you're advocating this kind of position. Yes, drug addiction is a burden on society. But people do stupid things, and those who do stupid things and don't cause others harm shouldn't have to pay for it with their lives.
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Their lack of regard for law harms
all of society. Our failure to accept this reality -- largely in part due to an overall lack of willingness to condemn unacceptable behavior -- has been an enormous part of our societal downfall. And no, before anyone asks, I have zero problem extending this to drunk drivers & such either. The oft-maligned "war on drugs" failed because it was fought with lightweight half-measures, a tactic destined to failure.
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Also, if we legalize and tax the crap out of marijuana, it might solve some budget problems.
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Not worth the price afaic, surrender is never an option when you've never actually bothered to fight.