I agree with you that people are trying to defend their right to get high, however these people who are defending this belief in a logical manner are definitely not oblivious to reality. Defending ones right and citing information pertaining to that belief shows a distinct concern with present reality, and their willingness to try to change peoples ideas about what Marijuana is further shows their concern with this present reality. There are plenty of people who use Marijuana responsibly and subsequently look for ways to dispell the idea that all users are "stoned slackers" and other stereotypical ideas.
Of course not everyone that uses Marijuana is like this. Many people also do use/abuse it to escape reality indifinitely, and these are the people who create negative stereotypes that many people want to avoid being lumped into with.
What research were you referring to? Erowid or others?
Please use the search engine here or google april15bendovr Marijuana. You will find lots of research I have posted tirelessly. I most note that when I talk to others here I am also up against the behavior and addiction of use. If I offend anyone her its because I feel you need to put your binky down and be welcomed to consciousness. 