I cannot say that 'legalization' the way the Netherlands has implemented it, is the best way to do it, since cultivating is still illegal, just like smoking is. We just don't press charges for smoking weed. (but we do for cultivating)
- I cannot say that 'legalization' the way the Netherlands has implemented it, is the best way to do it, since cultivating is still illegal
Aside: I was just talking with my wife about taking a trip to Amsterdam, I've never been but I've heard great things.
As for Amsterdam: A lot to see there. At least visit Dam Square and if you like flowers/gardens, visit the Keukenhof. You can pm me if you have some questions ;-)
- I hope that the US dares to legalize the stuff. If the US does, the rest of the western countries will at least reconsider their stance on drugs.
I wouldn't count on it happening soon. There is a huge infrastructure built around the US war on drugs. It is a cash cow for a number of industries, like the private prison industry. Not only do we need to change the public dialog, we've got some serious special interests to overcome before a policy like that could pass the legislature.
There's no doubt that the US' drug policy is completely messed up and illogical.