I prefer politicians to do what is logical and what is right, even if the citizens hate it so much they will be beheaded in a revolution. One of the number one things I lament the lack of is leaders with actual principles.

The road to hell is paved with good intentions.

When someone commits an evil act, they did it because they think it is justified somehow. Most bad people do not see themselves as bad at the moment of the act, only as someone who had a reason to do it and the reason was much more important.

This is true, but I think much of it is also true of the public. Many abhorrent policies and acts were the result of what the public thought was best and demanded at the time.

How is marijuana use “logical and right?” It serves no logical function other than dulling your ability to perform your social obligations. Legalizing marijuana is actually an example of politicians following public opinion that’s wrong and illogical.

Doing this 4 years ago would’ve meant potentially 4 years of life returned to people who are actively getting fucked or have been getting fucked because of these laws.