1. Cannabis, in its essence, is not inherently bad.
2. It offers various benefits, particularly regarding historical industry applications, medicine, and spirituality.
3. There are downsides; it can act as a trigger for individuals predisposed to schizophrenia, and excessive, irresponsible use may impair cognitive functions.
4. Ideally, those who enjoy it should be free to do so. That is not the reality, and therein lies the issue.
First, examine who is actually profiting from drug trafficking. Once you do, the reasons behind the current status quo become obvious.
There are simply too many vested interests involving powerful lobbies, intelligence agencies, and other elites using drugs for money laundering.
The role cannabis plays in this entire scheme is truly tragicomic.
Potential progress regarding personal liberty could come through decriminalization. However, given the questionable piety of American society, progress will be slow.
Here are a few relevant links:
Advocates for the legalization of all drugs - www.leap.cc
Cannabis in medicine www.farmakologija.com (search for "hemp")
Jesus used cannabis
http://legalizacija.org/?p=33 (browse the site for more information)