Reply #9: The problem is

[Oasis_]

many on the left are afraid to engage the right in a national discussion for fear of being labeled as pro-stoned out druggies, when in ACTUALITY this is a fight that's LONG overdue, especially when all of the facts support our positions.

1) Marijuana is non-addictive and safe, and in actuality has many medicinal benefits--especially for those suffering from terminal and long term illnesses.

2) We spend billions enforcing, prosecuting and incarcerating those whose only offense is engaging in its use. Government funds that can and should be directed to FAR more productive endeavors.

3) Said prosecution breaks up families, placed additional strain on our social services, and needlessly overcrowds our jails and prisons.

Our politicians (on the left) are simply afraid. If we demonstrate that we're NOT, maybe that will provide them with the political cover ( even though it shouldn't be necessary) to end this "War" against something so benign as marijuana.

Oasis