Let me show you this chart.
Im not saying driving high is OK, but it really isn't all that bad. It is worse than not driving under any influence, yeah, but it isn't nearly as bad as alcohol. Not even close.
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That's why it shouldn't be compared to alcohol. The comparison creates an unnecessary contrast that makes the weed statistically look good. It's like comparing stealing to murdering. They're both bad, right? However, in context, stealing sounds like a much better option.