http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmN6FDYp6zk&feature=related
Arnold Schwarzenneger, known for being the governor of California as well as a famous actor and bodybuilder, clearly displays a positive view on marijuana in this video. The video begins with Arnold responding to an interview question by stating it would be fine if voters decided they wanted to legalize marijuana. It then cuts to a video of himself smoking weed in his famous bodybuilding documentary, and afterwards he confirms that he did smoke and inhale the drug. He even seems to find it amusing when he says that some people questioned whether or not it was fake and if he actually inhaled. Arnold seems to be downplaying the negatives of marijuana. Do you think Arnold's stance on weed would have an impact on the different aspects of his career, either as a politician, an actor, or a bodybuilder? Also, would this harm the views of his fans or those who see him as a role model? Should he even be worried about the reaction since has found so much success in a variety of areas?
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ReplyDeleteWhen watching the video, I do not feel as if his stance would not have a devastating impact on his career as a politician. He is the governor of California, which is appealing to what the majority of his voters want. He stated, "if the voters make that decision its fine" Clearly, he is doing his job very well. He is appealing the audience that matters most to him, the majority of his voters. As a role model, this video video should not be detrimental either. Again his audience is really the majority voters so if they believe marijuana should be legal, they would not think less of Arnold.