How have marijuana law changes effected people and what do they think about it in the USA

How have cannabis law changes affected the way of life over in America?

We have all been eagerly watching as the laws across the whole of America seem to be changing for the better. It seems like our neighbours have finally realised that there is no point fighting a losing battle. This really must be the most substantial move in the right direction in the whole history of the USA.. The war on drugs was simply a war against a freedom of expression and chosen way of life. Penalizing people for something that comes so naturally and effects change on people that is calming and peaceful for so many years was clearly the wrong way to go. It will certainly be interesting to see how it all pans out over there and if there are any regrets in the coming years.

The thing I am starting to wonder is really what things are going right and what things are going wrong?

Are the changes seen to be positive or negative?

What are the pros and cons of the law changes?

What do smokers and non smokers think of the effect on the community and the economy?

Very interested to see what comments come in here!