It appears that the Associated Press is reporting that the medical marijuana movement is really beginning to pick up steam due to a number of different factors. Much of the recent debate has been in the hopes of curbing some of the Mexican drug cartel violence, but opponents say this will only help to increase the usage of the drug among adolescents.
Supporter’s claim that keeping marijuana illegal to help keep it out of the hands of minors is ridiculous, and claim that regulation will only help with this issue.
Do you think that regulation and control of the drug will make it less available than it currently is to minors?
The California state governor said on Tuesday that while he is not necessarily supporting it, that we must consider legalizing and taxing pot as a solution to the states ailing economy. It is said that taxing marijuana at $50 an ounce would infuse over 1 billion a year into the states economy.
How do you guys feel about these statements? Would you rather pay a premium for marijuana to have it legalized?
Although his cabinet has vowed to stop DEA-led raids on marijuana dispensaries, Obama claims he would not support the legalization of marijuana in a recent press conference. This opposition has led to many speaking out against this decision - Check out the article here.
What are your thoughts on this new development? I believe that many people thought Obama might be supportive of legalizing or at least decriminalizing marijuana.
In a recent CNN poll, 95% of voter’s agreed with taxing pot as a solution for state and federal budget problems. The opponents to the bill state that it could increase substance abuse among teenagers and other new smokers while advocates claim it could solve the budget crisis and help ease the border violence in Mexico.
We want to hear your opinion - We welcome either side of the debate to comment and discuss the pro’s and con’s of the proposed plans.
June 20th, 2009
