You don't know when marijuana was banned or who lead the movement.
You just know it's bad. Why? Because the government says so.
Actually, my replies are really good because they cut through all the theory and abstractions. I want to live in a good country. Legalization will make it worse.
It’s quite possible I know more about the destructive nature of pot than you think. My knowledge was certainly gained independent of government. I don’t know what that has to do with my question though. Has your argument evolved from a liberty question to a question of pot’s goodness? Are you saying it’s not bad so it shouldn’t be banned?
Would you be fore legalizing all drugs? If so, the question about the goodness or badness of pot is irrelevant because we know meth and crack are bad. You then have an position based on personal liberty. Purely abstract, not based on America’s livability. If not, someone who you respect could convince you that pot should stay illegal. Is that correct?
Here’s a good example of theoretical position I hold based on personal liberty. I believe ex cons should not be denied their second amendment rights. If they’re a danger to society, they shouldn’t be out of prison and getting a gun won’t be difficult for them anyway. If they’re not a danger, they’ve payed their debt, why can’t they protect themselves. However, I would accept the argument that reinstating excons 2A rights, given our current legal system, would have horrible consequences. I would put the issue to the back of the line.