>>>I would much rather see those same tax dollars go towards education and structured rehabs in every locale...
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>Trouble is that kids these days know that drugs are bad but proceed regardless because they've added total self-indulgence to that sense of being bullet-proof that many of us shared. ;-) Even if you use shock tactics for education the effects are short-lived because so many kids believe that life is about doing whatever feels right at a given moment and that as long as you can afford it, there are no consequences in life.

I don't think it should be legal for minors any more than alcohol is....plus, better education is required. The situation now is worse than ever - kids are getting hooked on everything and getting into serious trouble with the law at the same time. I'd much rather they get rehab, education, and support.