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In reply to the discussion: Would you support cannabis legalisation? [View all]Laffy Kat
(16,412 posts)47. Sure. Tax the hell out of it, though.
I'm in Colorado and you know what has happened since legalization? NOTHING! Everything is just fine. I'm wondering why it couldn't be marketed like beer and the tax revenue be used to support universal healthcare. I don't use myself, but am fine with other people enjoying it. Frankly, I think it smells loads better than cigarette smoke.
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only if it includes grow your own without onerous restrictions like those in colorado...otherwsie
msongs
May 2014
#3
Yes, and not for myself. I am tired of watching my grandchildren be placed in danger of going to
jwirr
May 2014
#24
HELL YES!!!! I have been an advocate for legalization, taxation and regulation since I was 16 years
Ghost in the Machine
May 2014
#33
Hell Yes. Puts me to sleep but the tax revenue could buy a few meals for children and seniors.
Tommymac
May 2014
#49
Yes. Even though I have zero interest in it personally, the phony 'drug war' has caused more harm
sabrina 1
May 2014
#50
Solid majorities of Democrats and independents support this, according to numerous polls.
Comrade Grumpy
May 2014
#79
Yes. The prisons are overcrowded because they're full of people convicted
Louisiana1976
May 2014
#83