Obama admitted that he used marijuana and finds that it is more harmful than alcohol

U.S. President Barack Obama said he believes marijuana is not more dangerous than alcohol. He also admitted that in his youth, and he dabbled in grass, though he believes it is a bad habit.

"As you know, a teenager I smoked weed. I think it's a bad habit and vice, similar to cigarette smoking. I smoked cigarettes in adolescence and a long segment of his adult life, "- said Obama in an interview with U.S. weekly New Yorker, "I do not think that marijuana is more dangerous than alcohol," - he added. "I told my daughters that, in my opinion, is a bad idea, a waste of time and not very good for your health" - said the president of the United States.

Earlier, in October 2013 in the United States advocates the legalization of marijuana for the first time in history were in the majority. Now this initiative is supported by 58% of Americans, against - 39%, according to survey. Companies that are engaged in the production of medical marijuana, hoping for a sharp increase in interest in their shares, but analysts suggest investors do not rush.

Legalize marijuana in Latin America. In particular, last year the Senate of Uruguay approved a law on the legalization of marijuana. In accordance with the law Uruguayans can grow marijuana in limited quantities independently or in clubs cannabis lovers. In addition it will be sold in pharmacies under the special recipe - up to 40 g per month. Sales will begin in mid-2014, and its cost will be one dollar.