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by deelowe 3552 days ago
I was responding to the parent.

> The data so far provide little support for the strong claims about legalization made by either opponents or supporters.

Many supporters, like myself, don't need data. It's wrong to put people in jail and fine them without reason. If there are no significant changes after legalization, then prohibition should be ended. There's no clear benefit to society and enforcement clearly harms the individuals impacted by these laws.