As regular readers of this blog know, I don't agree with Barack Obama on much, but today I found something I agree with him on.  The Obama Administration has instructed federal prosecutors to respect state laws when pursuing cases involving medical marijuana, and to focus on cases involving sales to minors, money laundering, violence, etc.   As long as individuals are in compliance with state laws, the Obama Administration suggests they be left alone.  This reduces the likelihood of prosecuting those who use medical marijuana.

     I'm glad to see the Obama Administration take this position.  As someone who favors decriminalization, I know that many conservatives will not be happy with this decision, but they should be.  If you truly favor limited government, then you should welcome the federal government stepping away from prosecuting behaviors that should be private.  If that isn't enough to convince you, then you should appreciate the respect being shown to state's rights in this situation.  It's a rare, but welcomed change.