Decriminalizing marijuana

[Dunadan]

To change the law, you have to show clear evidence of medicinal benefit. THis does not exist at the moment. Therefore we shouldn't legalise it (though there is enough anecdotal evidence to study it further).

The freedom of choice argument is much stronger. What right does anyone have to tell me what I can and cannot put into my body? However, this perfectly reasonable position is marred with dodgy beliefs about the harm caused by cannabis. There is strong evidence that cannabis is harmful, particularly when smoked. In particular, it can make existing psychotic illness worse. This makes it hard to have a sensible debate (no joke intended).

However, like Millane, I'd be interested to hear more about the anti-drinking, anti-smoking "moral" stance. If it's to do with harm, are you also anti-driving (which kills more people than heroin)?