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Originally posted by Phaenx
It's easy when you put words in my mouth and then take them out of context =).
There's a line to cross when you're destroying yourself.
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I'd like to clarify that the purpose of that post was not to suggest you believe these things, but to demonstrate the sophistry of your argument.
Criminalizing something because it
can, in theory contribute to a negative effect is a slipperly slope. One must draw the line based on common sense, solid evidence, and an objective assesment of the pros and cons.
Anyone who has done more than cursory research into the history of the cannabis plant in America knows that this has not been done; the original lobbyists responsible had less than the welfare of smokers in mind.
I don't smoke pot, and I don't read High Times, so please do not generalize that all supporters of legalization are potheads. I don't label all supporters of Bush as redneck Christian fundamentalists. Stereotyping your opposition doesn't really give credit to your arguments or position. What it does demonstrate is an unwillingness to take your opposition seriously. You are welcome to feel that way, but it discredits the notion that your assessment is objective. Who are you to "draw the line" if you won't listen to the other side of the argument. That slope leads into the pit of fascism.
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I don't care if someone sits home all day getting drunk and smoking pot
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Good, so mind your own business.
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it's when their lifestyle encroaches on anothers that it becomes a problem.
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Can you explain to me how people who smoke pot in the privacy of their own home encroach on you?
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Those were cute analogies though, I'll clarify by saying I am for driving, private property and the first and second amendment.
Now, personal attacks aside
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I know. The post was satirical. The concept it outlines is (I feel) valid.
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why do you think we should legalize a destructive invasive drug like marijuana, Nizzle?
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I answered this in the previous post.