This is probably the dumbest argument that I have heard yet for legalizing marijuana, but it sounds like a sane one. How can raising marijuana replace the need for animal forage crops. It will only require more water for the Mary Jane even if it is a small amount. Some farmers might choose to plant pot instead of alfalfa, but there will still be a need for animal feed. Unless you want to quit eating, it's not a good option.

Calling this photo downtown Modesto is technically correct, but pretty deceiving. If I could go to any city and find the raunchiest corner and take a picture and represent that as downtown, that would be the equivalent. I've lived in Modesto for more than 30 years and I would much rather be here than hundreds of other places. It's a great place to live.