Klein makes good use of some humorous verbal images in presenting the story of a movement that is very popular but contrary to years of government demonizing of pot. He over-generalizes that politicians who openly favor non-criminal regulation of pot get ostracized. Several state politicians here have openly worked to that end and have won competitive elections, largely for being honest about the problem.

Economically the proposal made in this article seems (to me) to make sense.

Time publishes an edgy story for once. Overall Klein is insightful and easy to read, despite repeating some well-known arguments for legalization. The baby boomer point is quite the non sequitur.

Klein pokes half-serious fun at our nation's fear of marijuana, along with the maladies of old age. Clever article.

The author touches on most of the best arguments for legalization, while adding his baby boomer spin. Were I a baby boomer, I'm sure this story would be emotionally compelling. As it is, the article is intellectually compelling enough to pass muster.

Potheads of the world unite. You have nothing to lose but your motivation. These guys need a saint of lost causes.

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