[gmku]

Legalizing pot really would solve a lot of problems. For one thing, there's less allure to something that's legal, especially among teens. In theory, then, fewer people might be attracted to the idea of smoking pot.

In addition, it takes an enormous load off the justice/prison system, affording more resources for far more serious matters.

And it provides another tax revenue source for the government, and opens the way for better investigation of medical uses.