We took a scientific look at whether weed or alcohol is worse for you — and ...

Business Insider ^ | 11-13-2017 | Erin Brodwin

[Magnatron]

We are Republicans. Conservatives. We value individual freedom, not government regulation and overreach. We value the right of free men to make their own decisions over their own lives. If “some” people abuse things... well thats their problem.

I would counter that these leanings are more libertarian than what has become of the Republican party and conservatives in general. It's a shame, because our version of nanny state shouldn't be okay because they represent ideas on our side.

I agree with you 100%. It's time to end this nonsense. Well past time.

[NobleFree]

Some FReepers are not conservatives but merely right-statists - with, as you say, a rightist version of the nanny state.

[Yaelle]

I like this article.

Also, there is no use for alcohol in your health outside of risking intoxication. There is the benefit of flavor in cooking with it and burning off the alcohol, but that is a weak benefit. Cannabis has non intoxicating forms like CBD oil, which has beneficial properties for various conditions and pain.

[Sirius Lee]

All things considered, alcohol's effects seem markedly more extreme — and riskier — than marijuana's.

Aged Bourbon tastes better than skunk weed. 'Nuff said.

[mewzilla]

Just ran across this, thought I'd add it to the mix...

Study says marijuana users at increased risk of stroke, heart failure