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“I'd rather have my kid smoking pot than drinking.” quote by Tommy Chong
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“I'd rather have my kid smoking pot than drinking.”

Tommy Chong

About This Quote

Source Interview: Comedy Central, 1998

He humorously prefers his child using marijuana over alcohol, suggesting a belief that marijuana is less harmful.

In simple terms: He thinks pot is safer than alcohol.

Key Takeaway

Consider the risks of both substances.

Themes

parenting substance use health

Mood

lighthearted provocative

Type

humorous controversial

When to use this quote

  • Family gatherings
  • teenage behavior
  • legal debates

Key Concepts

Public health drug policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence supports his view?
  • How do cultural attitudes shape substance perception?
A Different Perspective

Legal status and health impacts differ widely.

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