Your debate seems to compare the evils of alcohol to the evils of weed. Does anybody ever suggest going without any mind altering substances as a better option? Or, is the debate usually centered around which drug, alcohol or weed, is better and less dangerous? I really haven't followed the subject much here because it's a debate that is unwinnable.
But, does anybody stick up for a straight way of life?
The straight way of life is fine. It is all about freedom and you are most certainly free to make that choice.
Check it out.