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 Originally Posted by MadMojoMonkey
Is the problem that drugs are coming across the border, or that Americans want drugs that are not available here?
I.e. is the real problem that drug-users are not willing to vote on drug-related issues for some reason?
I'd be much more in favor of legal, regulated drugs ... tested and sold by the gov't for high tax rates... and criminalizing the actual thefts and other BS as it comes. I don't see why someone wanting to be inebriated on something besides alcohol is so bad while someone wanting to be inebriated on alcohol is OK.
Surely you'd agree there is a limit though? Even if we stipulate that your plan works for pot, what about harder drugs?
the drug business is exploitative. People turn to drugs typically during a weak-moment in their lives, and if they succumb, they often end up addicted for life. The consequences of drug use are so destructive, that I don't think any amount of tax revenue could justify legalizing things like cocaine, heroin, or meth.
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