Again, I appreciate the fact that you took the time to provide the links. I can see the validity of some of the material. The fundamental flaw with your argument is that you're only providing information that shows the risks involved with use but not the benefits.
Like any substance, it has a risk/benefit factor. So does eating red meat. However, if you do diligent research, you'll find that many doctors, scientists, psychologists and laboratory professionals assert that the benefits far outweigh the risks. That said, cannabis is not for everyone. Those with a predisposition for mental illness should avoid it, for example. Here is some info that you may consider looking into:
https://www.herbonaut.com/benefits-of-marijuana/
Concerning cannabis myths, including the argument concerning potency:
https://www.mit.edu/~thistle/v13/2/myths.html
The only thing cut and dry is that cannabis isn't going anywhere and plenty of intelligent, successful conservatives are getting behind it. I can sit here and provide thousands of testimonials including my own but those seem to have no merit to folks with your mindset. Either way, it's not your thing and I completely respect that.
The only issue I have with you is your self-righteous judgment and obvious disdain for those who don't fit your mold. My friend, we all have our hang-ups including you. I pray that God doesn't judge your faults as harshly as you judge "potheads" and alcoholics.
Again, I appreciate the fact that you took the time to provide the links. I can see the validity of some of the material. The fundamental flaw with your argument is that you're only providing information that shows the risks involved with use but not the benefits.
Like any substance, it has a risk/benefit factor. So does eating red meat. However, if you do diligent research, you'll find that many doctors, scientists, psychologists and laboratory professionals assert that the benefits far outweighing the risks. That said, cannabis is not for everyone. Those with a predisposition for mental illness should avoid it, for example. Here is some info that you may consider looking into:
https://www.herbonaut.com/benefits-of-marijuana/
Concerning cannabis myths, including the argument concerning potency:
https://www.mit.edu/~thistle/v13/2/myths.html
The only thing cut and dry is that cannabis isn't going anywhere and plenty of intelligent, successful conservatives are getting behind it. I can sit here and provide thousands of testimonials including my own but those seem to have no merit to folks with your mindset. Either way, it's not your thing and I completely respect that