Let's see, the UK is making efforts toward decriminalizing it. So is Canada, especially for medical purposes (which is WAY more important than for recreational purposes). Holland has always cherished it (more of a don't ask, don't tell basis). Now, all of these places haven't went off the brink into higher crime rates [fact]. Why can't dear Uncle Sam learn from others actions?

>Also it has been recommended that possession in small terms should not be an arrestable offence. <

California here in the states is like that. Too bad the federal government is a bunch of tight asses and won't make this a state issue rather than national...