I agree there is a misunderstanding here. You took the discussion from marijuana into illegal drugs, a closely-related but off-topic excursion:
Yes I am biased - I am biased against drug use and I'm well aware of it.
Let's revisit your post and have a look at a bigger picture:
Testing goes way beyond what you claim is a simple morality test, and I will give some examples why.
The US military has been testing their service members for illegal drugs and with good, solid reason. Imagine a soldier, sailor or airman in charge of operating some the the worlds most powerful weapons in a drug-addled state.
Military Drug Program Historical Timeline
Corporations test for drug use because it can have serious consequences, and it is within their rights if that business and their insurance company decide they cannot accept the risk of having an employee under the influence of drugs. The conduct of an employee that uses drugs can cost the business in terms of monetary value and reputation. One mistake and that company can be sued out of business and the employees without jobs. No doubt there are some companies who don't see it as a problem, and that's their business.
Who would get on an airplane knowing the pilot and/or co-pilot were users?
It is easy for a single individual to think they are only harming themselves. Add a family in the mix and the dynamics change. Imagine all the families and their lives wrecked when the parents don't have their heads straight - the focus of parents should be on raising their children, not prioritizing addictive substances. And regarding children, it is hard to imagine
any parent who would be proud their children start using drugs.
As for addiction, I acknowledge the fact that the human body can become dependent on a illegal substance but getting off isn't always a medical process. The US military told their servicemen that the only way they could go home after their tour in Vietnam is if they would pass a urinalysis (see
Operation Golden Flow) - and the program was a success. With proper motivation, a person
can get off using without medical intervention. But this thread really isn't about addiction...
One thing about online communications (any communication, really) is it is easy to discuss a small slice of any given topic and not give it the full discussion necessary. This can lead to misunderstanding. On the other hand, if the discussion is conducted the right way it can improve knowledge and understanding, and have a very positive impact.
I admit I may have misunderstood your full meaning, but I can only go on what was posted, and
twice you emphasized that drug testing is
only a morality test and nothing more. But in reality there is much more to it.
Some people will support the use of drugs, and they have their reasons. Some people are against the use of drugs, and they have good reasons too. I cannot support the use of illegal drugs and won't brow-beat others into accepting them. Rather the opposite. I'm sure my position comes across as brow-beating - I get it, and many won't care to hear it and would want to stand against it. That's fine, I suppose...
That being said, this topic probably doesn't belong here on this forum and there are many other places that would better suit the discussion. It's best if we keep our discussion here focused on our favorite little car and wrap this thread up. Any objections?