Does marijuana have a place in tomorrow's military?

When marijuana becomes a legal option for troops, it might be treated like other legal substances, don’t come to work high or drive high.

Unless it is de-scheduled by the Federal Government this is a pointless discussion.

It is either allowed or not allowed. Period

I reside in CA and I would advise all service members not to succumb to the temptation of using any marijuana products. The THC levels are very high and it is still a dangerous drug in my opinion. Except for a very small percentage of medical patients, marijuana is a disaster in CA and causing a multitude of health, social, justice system and environmental problems. 99.9% of the people who get involved with the drug will suffer adverse impacts and so will many of the people around them. I am in law enforcement and we are seeing a definite link with accidental deaths, suicides, and even homicides associated with marijuana or the industry. I believe many of the crime, mental health care, and homelessness problems are growing because of marijuana and other drug usage. There is no place in the military for psychotropic drugs. The greatest impact is to kids, and their marijuana use is increasing thanks to liberalized laws and the mental health disorders, suicides, accidents, and poor performance at work or school amongst heavy users is well-established in numerous scientific studies. COL L

Canadia soldiers are allowed to smoke pot when not on duty, so far it has had zero impact on their readiness.

I was almost killed by some asshole who was high on the job. Because people who smoke Marijuana are likely to come to work high, get high on their breaks, and get high after work.

I am out and live in a state where one can consume legally for recreational purposes. I had more than one va doctor, off the record, suggest it try either smoking or edibles. Tried both and didn’t like either.

No. Just because some states allow it doesn't mean the military needs to follow. After all, this isn't college. If it gets anymore like civilian life it might as well be. Put down your weapons and smoke a joint. You might as well go into battle without your weapon.

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I find it funny, but not surprising how ill informed so many people are concerning marijuana use. Many of you who are against its use have no issues putting that bottle to your mouth at night or on the weekends. Alcohol has always and will always cause more problems than pot ever could. You argue "we can't test for sobriety like we can alcohol", get out from under your rock and read the news or a science article every once in a while so you can learn something new. Who knows, maybe you're in support of the over prescribing of toxic chemical compounds to treat multiple medical issues than to use something that occurs naturally and is relatively harmless that carries the same desired effects. Treat the use of marijuana the same as alcohol... show up high and your military career is over, period.

No!!!!!!!