by Joe_NY_15 July 13, 2009 7:09 AM PDT Since Obama's approval numbers are about 51%, (not below the % that elected him)....within no time, the number of those polled supporting legalization will equal those supporting the basketball toker.
It's at 51%? According to Gallup, Quinnipiac, and CNN, it's 58%, 57%, and 61%.
Which is funny, because it's AT LEAST three times higher than the approval rating that you 18% are enjoying.
Since Obama's approval numbers are about 51%, (not below the % that elected him)....within no time, the number of those polled supporting legalization will equal those supporting the basketball toker.
They poll 944 adults and come up with 41% of all Americans want to legalize pot. Trouble is some people will read this article and think it's credible.
"They poll 944 adults and come up with 41% of all Americans want to legalize pot. Trouble is some people will read this article and think it's credible."
There have been several polls this year by various polling companies all showing that support for legalizing marijuana has risen to over 40%. This is just one of many. Support for legalizing marijuana was in the mid thirties a few years ago. It's been rising steadily since 1992. Most of this probably has to do with the fact that people born before marijuana became popular are slowly but surely dying off. Each year close to 2 million of them will die. When you look at more detailed poll results with age demographics data, what you see is that the highest levels of support are always among people 18 to 29, and the lowest levels of support are among those 65 and older. The vast majority of people 65 and older oppose legalization, and most will respond on polls that they "strongly oppose" it rather than just "somewhat oppose it." The baby boomers and younger people are far less opposed to legalization. The oldest boomer is now 63. As more of the "pre-boomers" die off support for legalizing marijuana will continue to rise.
I agree that the results of the poll seem questionable, especially given the dramatic change between the results of the 3/2009 poll and this one. However, the problem is not with the sample size -- you can draw very strong conclusions about the population as a whole from a sample of that size if the sample is truly random and properly stratified. More likely, there is some bias in the composition of the sample that they have not accounted for or some other problem with their methodology.
In reply to some of the other comments that pot makes one "stupid" or "lazy," I would point out that I am a regular pot user pursuing a Master's Degree in Statistics, and I have run two marathons so far this year. I admit that I am probably not the typical pothead, but I don't think it's fair to say that pot use causes these supposed negative effects. I think it's more likely that some people have other issues (depression, for example) that trigger both pot use and apathy.
The idea of legalization has been hyped by the media and promoted by the marijuana lobby so naturally the figures would rise. Young people? 77% of rap music contains blatant pro-marijuana messages. But what effect does pot have on education? It causes problems with learning and memory, makes people apathetic and lazy, affects driving, and a lot of companies test employees so it doesn't help you get a job. Not to mention that smoking is bad for health and may cause cancer. A Rand study and follow up of high school students found that abstainers had much better outcomes in every category than pot users. Since only 5% of people currently smoke pot regularly (many underage), legalizing for this minority will not help the economy or society and will give the green light to the kids who should be studying, not getting high.
"They poll 944 adults and come up with 41% of all Americans want to legalize pot. Trouble is some people will read this article and think it's credible."
There have been several polls this year by various polling companies all showing that support for legalizing marijuana has risen to over 40%. This is just one of many. Support for legalizing marijuana was in the mid thirties a few years ago. It's been rising steadily since 1992. Most of this probably has to do with the fact that people born before marijuana became popular are slowly but surely dying off. Each year close to 2 million of them will die. When you look at more detailed poll results with age demographics data, what you see is that the highest levels of support are always among people 18 to 29, and the lowest levels of support are among those 65 and older. The vast majority of people 65 and older oppose legalization, and most will respond on polls that they "strongly oppose" it rather than just "somewhat oppose it." The baby boomers and younger people are far less opposed to legalization. The oldest boomer is now 63. As more of the "pre-boomers" die off support for legalizing marijuana will continue to rise.
I think you need to get your facts checked. If it is so terrible for memory than why are they using it for alzheimers b/c studies show it helps slow the process. So try that one again. Also there have never been any studies showing that pit is harmful to those who smoke it or those around them...that is cigaretts! Try again on the only 5% smoke regulary...try much higher..many who would not ever admit it (those in gov. jobs) for fear of losing their lively hoods. So explain why this drug that is used in many countries and was in our own USA for medical purposes should still be banned. If a natural drug is banned such as this one that has many medical puropses then why not bann all chemical man made drugs. Oh that's right drug companies that charge an arm and a leg for drugs that give you many terrible side effects would falter.
clbrown4 - 77% of rap music contains blatant marijuana messages. How did you come up with that figure? You also said it causes problems with learning and memory, makes people lazy, etc. Wow! Guess what? You could easily be describing alcohol and prescription drugs. Both of those are legal, and canbe bought over the counter. And both along with their cousin cigarettes, kill more people per yearthan all the casualties of all the wars ever fought in human history. Thats a staggering number. You would have to search high and low to find anyone dying of marijuana consumption. The benefits of this plant is uncalulable. The original U.S. Constituion was written on hemp paper.
Bring it on! I'm ready.
Their are studies that have shown that marijuana is easier to get then alcohol and tobacco. We can't just legalize marijuana, we have to regulate it also. We will never stop people from using drugs. We need a stronger educational system to encourage people not to use drugs. It is proven that smoking pot does not cause lung cancer. Also, pot has significant medical value. Prohibition does not work and will never work, but being smart on crime and truthfull to our children will work.
Another Poll with made up numbers, You "Go" CBS. Tell it like you want them to believe you. Oh yeah, only 9.8% unemployment and the economy has turned around, and Goldman Sachs is really okay to bailout again.
Talk about bogarting.........'and, what was I saying?'
A mind is a terrible thing to waste, trust me I know. All my friends who still smoke today, are actually becoming stupider by the moment. They don't think so, but if you look at their lives; they have become sloppy, forgetful, slackards and flat out lazy.
Of course they are a lot of fun to be around, but there is little substance. And when they do show promise it is fleeting. It never lasts but a few days. How sad, huh? And I am talking about those in their late 30's and 40's. Go for it, dude.
stupider?, I'm not afraid to say I work in the executive world and partake myself, but I have never used the word "stupider". Is that a word anyway? Whose smokin' again? lol!
Stupider can be found in MY dictionary between 'stupid and stupor'. You like that, Ms. Power Executive.
Question: How is your company doing right now? How is your productivity? I bet you if I did a time analysis of your work day, you would be sorely lacking in comparison with counterparts in either your company, or similar. Especially after taking a few hits?
Are you laying off all your toker friends, or the ones that do not imbibe? Just a question.
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Since Obama's approval numbers are about 51%, (not below the % that elected him)....within no time, the number of those polled supporting legalization will equal those supporting the basketball toker.
It's at 51%? According to Gallup, Quinnipiac, and CNN, it's 58%, 57%, and 61%.
Which is funny, because it's AT LEAST three times higher than the approval rating that you 18% are enjoying.
There have been several polls this year by various polling companies all showing that support for legalizing marijuana has risen to over 40%. This is just one of many. Support for legalizing marijuana was in the mid thirties a few years ago. It's been rising steadily since 1992. Most of this probably has to do with the fact that people born before marijuana became popular are slowly but surely dying off. Each year close to 2 million of them will die. When you look at more detailed poll results with age demographics data, what you see is that the highest levels of support are always among people 18 to 29, and the lowest levels of support are among those 65 and older. The vast majority of people 65 and older oppose legalization, and most will respond on polls that they "strongly oppose" it rather than just "somewhat oppose it." The baby boomers and younger people are far less opposed to legalization. The oldest boomer is now 63. As more of the "pre-boomers" die off support for legalizing marijuana will continue to rise.
In reply to some of the other comments that pot makes one "stupid" or "lazy," I would point out that I am a regular pot user pursuing a Master's Degree in Statistics, and I have run two marathons so far this year. I admit that I am probably not the typical pothead, but I don't think it's fair to say that pot use causes these supposed negative effects. I think it's more likely that some people have other issues (depression, for example) that trigger both pot use and apathy.
There have been several polls this year by various polling companies all showing that support for legalizing marijuana has risen to over 40%. This is just one of many. Support for legalizing marijuana was in the mid thirties a few years ago. It's been rising steadily since 1992. Most of this probably has to do with the fact that people born before marijuana became popular are slowly but surely dying off. Each year close to 2 million of them will die. When you look at more detailed poll results with age demographics data, what you see is that the highest levels of support are always among people 18 to 29, and the lowest levels of support are among those 65 and older. The vast majority of people 65 and older oppose legalization, and most will respond on polls that they "strongly oppose" it rather than just "somewhat oppose it." The baby boomers and younger people are far less opposed to legalization. The oldest boomer is now 63. As more of the "pre-boomers" die off support for legalizing marijuana will continue to rise.
Bring it on! I'm ready.
A mind is a terrible thing to waste, trust me I know. All my friends who still smoke today, are actually becoming stupider by the moment. They don't think so, but if you look at their lives; they have become sloppy, forgetful, slackards and flat out lazy.
Of course they are a lot of fun to be around, but there is little substance. And when they do show promise it is fleeting. It never lasts but a few days. How sad, huh? And I am talking about those in their late 30's and 40's. Go for it, dude.
Stupider can be found in MY dictionary between 'stupid and stupor'. You like that, Ms. Power Executive.
Question: How is your company doing right now? How is your productivity? I bet you if I did a time analysis of your work day, you would be sorely lacking in comparison with counterparts in either your company, or similar. Especially after taking a few hits?
Are you laying off all your toker friends, or the ones that do not imbibe? Just a question.