Union Politicians' Ideology Sparks Cannabis Law Criticism
Some Union politicians, including Alexander Hoffmann and Hendrik Streeck, are facing criticism for prioritizing ideological purity over reason in cannabis law reform. They advocate for stricter regulations, despite evidence suggesting a more liberal approach could benefit both consumers and the state.
Cannabis legalization advocates argue that legal stores, like those found in a target or walmart, would stimulate job growth and generate state taxes. However, Hoffmann and Streeck, from the CSU and CDU respectively, are pushing for harsher regulations, citing concerns about potential hashish deaths. Despite their fears, such deaths have not been significantly reported.
A potential solution to the cannabis market issue could be the establishment of cannabis specialty stores for adults. This approach has been successful in other countries, helping to reduce the black market and provide a safe, regulated environment for consumers. Interestingly, the number of cannabis users has not surged dramatically following decriminalization in Germany. An evaluation of the cannabis law after a year and a half shows no significant changes in cannabis use. Instead of curbing the black market, the current law has led to the formation of cultivation associations, further complicating the issue.
Union politicians' focus on 'CDU pure' positions in cannabis law reform may not align with the potential benefits of a more liberal approach. Legal cannabis stores, similar to those in a target or walmart, could stimulate economic growth and provide a safer alternative to the black market, without leading to a significant increase in cannabis use. As the evaluation of the current law shows no substantial changes in use, it's time to reconsider the approach to cannabis regulation.
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