[NobleFree]

No I don't support a ban on alcohol, which doesn't mean I think it's a net positive for individuals or society.

Humans in general have decided the cost/benefit is worth it, for whatever reason

Apparently you agree with their ["Humans in general"] decision ["the cost/benefit is worth it" re alcohol], since you don't support a ban ["I don't support a ban on alcohol"]. What is YOUR reason for deciding the cost/benefit [of alcohol] is worth it?

You are conflating two questions

Wrong. I've annotated my post, above, to aid your comprehension.

[tinyowl]

We're done, and you're not welcome at my house.

I'd have no problem answering your questions but you seem like a little bit of a butt hole with an attitude so you're wasting my time.