The only reason alcohol and tobacco aren’t “gateway drugs” is you can buy them legally from a legal dealer. It is the laws criminalizing pot make it a “gateway drug”.
Right, in WA it is legal and has been for a few years. My Granddaughter graduated early from HS, was on track to become a Marine. She met some friends who are dope heads, and she is now a young bum. Her Stepdad who is very nice to her, had surgery. They took out 2/3rds of his liver and his colon. While her Mother is taking leave and tending to him at his Hospital bedside, she won’t find time to care for the two dogs. Mind you, she is staying with her Father and living about halfway between house and Medical clinic, and you could walk to either place in 45 minutes. Yet, the car the new SIL fixed for her is still in great running condition. She just wants to be stoned and party. POT, a life enhancer for all... I would lol, but it is not funny.