the problem of pot

We see the Oregonian is on the “War on Marijuana Legalization” kick.  It’s editorial position is made crystal clear in its headlines.

I note I’m a little weary.  In a vacuum, I’d probably be opposed to this measure — wait for either a better legalization measure to pop up or decriminalization (fine tuned to some regulatory measures).  Duplicate Washington State’s experience of not really taking the drug off the black market, and put it in the hands of the OLCC?  I’d prefer not. As it is… the problem that defeat is seen as a win for the Oregonian’s Drug Warrior position, and the “Reefer Madness” that marks makes it a coin flip?

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