There are two distinct issues here. The first issue, decriminalization of a marijuana, is probably sensible policy. There cause for caution as evidence from States where it is legal have shown an increase in black market sales and organized crime.

The second issue, profit from marijuana, is the product of greed. Like other potent psychotropic drugs, Cannabis can have benefits in certain limited situations, such as chronic pain. But Just because cannabis is safer than opioids and meth, we shouldn't ignore clear evidence of it's numerous significant health problems, including addiction, cognitive and motor impairment, anxiety, depression, mania and psychosis. 

In his lust for profits, Espero envisions expanding his user-base by downplaying established risks and exaggerating benefits of this potent and addictive drug. This is reckless. 

Hawaii should go slow on expanded use, and base our policy on good quality data, not greed, anecdotes or industry propoganda.