I'll jump in. As a former pot addict, I can tell you that it makes people generally lazy while theyre high. If one is self -disciplined enough to only use it at certain times for relaxation, and if they can afford the time to be unproductive, then I would argue that it's generally harmless, except for the carcinogens. Unfortunately, I and most people that I knew were far too undiscplined about it. It became a psychological bondage. If it was around, I HAD to smoke it.
Also, the caliber of people that you are around can lead to other drugs. Im not saying that pot itself leads to other drugs, but the relationships to other smokers and dealers certainly can.
Im not saying that pot itself leads to other drugs, but the relationships to other smokers and dealers certainly can. So why not legalize it and remove the association with drugs that are seriously harmful, like cocaine and heroin?
As far as pot making you lazy, I used to smoke it and work all day in an orchard. It actually made the work easier and the day pass quickly. This I could never have done while downing a six-pack of beer. That would sap my energy.