Arguments Against Legalization Of Marijuana

Marijuana use is on the rise, especially among teenagers and young adults. With the recent laws passed in eight states about legalizing medical marijuana , many stand divided when it comes to this never ending debate, but I firmly believe that this miracle working drug should be legalized throughout the United States.

Over the last 30 years public opinion has changed about the legalization of marijuana, mostly likely because a sizable percentage of Americans about 38% admit to having tried the drug, according to a Gallup study (Swift, 2013), approval has risen from 28% of

First and foremost, majority of society is uneducated and unaware of the many benefits legal marijuana can bring about. These benefits are for us as individuals, for our economy, and for our government as a whole. You can have thoughts and opinions, criticize ones who use marijuana, say that they are a drug attics or bad people, but you would clearly be uneducated having said that. The plant, cannabis, “marijuana”, has a class of

is due to the increasing awareness of some of the positive effects legalizing marijuana could have

The statistics do not lie, and many scientists and doctors alike are beginning to consider medical marijuana legalization (Medical Marijuana). We already know that it has no long term effect on brain cells, and we know that it has cured cancer cases. Marijuana has been seen dominantly as an illegal drug, so long that people are not willing to accept its medical benefits (6 powerful reasons). Marijuana has been around since the beginning of time, and since then it has been used for many medical purposes. The fact that medical marijuana has been proven to be useful in certain cases is enough to open the minds of the people. One day it will be legalized medically, one way or another.

“The survey was conducted with more than 1,500 doctors and nearly 3,000 consumers and concluded that 69 percent of the doctors said that Marijuana can help with certain conditions and treatments, while only 52 percent of consumers expressed the same belief.  Among the 69 percent of doctors that said Marijuana can help treat patients with certain conditions, 67 percent said that they believed Marijuana should be a treatment option for patients.  Half of the doctors surveyed in the states where Marijuana isn’t legal said it should be legalized, as did 52 percent of the doctors in the states considering such laws” (Preidt).  The support for legalizing Marijuana, though, seemed to be highest among oncologists (cancer specialists) and hematologists (blood disorder specialists).  Within these two groups, 82 percent said that Marijuana can provide numerous benefits to the patients (Preidt).  According to the WebMD/Medscape survey, the same percentage said that Marijuana should be a treatment option for patients (WebMD). Another study done, that tried to prove how popular the drug actually is, proved that Marijuana is the most commonly used drug in the United States.  The study was conducted by the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, and established that about 97.8% of Americans have admitted to smoking Marijuana at some point in their lifetime, making it the most widely used

     The faction in favor of full prohibition of marijuana has a strong set of arguments. Firstly, it argues that by causing an altered state of consciousness, cannabis is dangerous. They argue that it is biologically and psychologically addictive and that it the frequent use of cannabis has serious physiological repercussions. They argue that while marijuana may have marginal medicinal uses, that there are several more effective legal drugs for the same purposes. They argue that marijuana is a “gateway drug”, which leads users to “harder” drugs. They say that should marijuana be legalized, its use would run rampant. Some do not believe that it contains any medicinal value whatsoever.

There are currently 15.2 million marijuana users and this will only increase with the legalization (CNBC.com). With the legalization of marijuana, it will also increase the number of individuals who are addicted to this drug. Marijuana is the third most commonly used drug (newhealthadvisor.com). If marijuana becomes legalized, the drug will be much easier to get, leading to more consumption (healthadvisor.com). Along with the higher use of marijuana, this will also increase the amount of physical, and mental problems people will have, and will put more lives in jeopardy, due to an increase of drugged

Although this may be the case, majority of the population still support the legalization of marijuana. According to the survey done by the PEW Research Center, 53 percent of the population support the legalization of marijuana, this number has nearly doubled in the past recent years, where only 32 percent supported the legalization of marijuana in 2002 (In debate…Drugs Dangers). We can see the growth of support of marijuana through the influence of legalization in some states. According to the Drug Policy Alliance, some states such as Colorado, Washington, Oregon, Alaska, and Washington D.C have already permitted the use of marijuana making it legal to smoke in those states (Marijuana Legalization and Regulation). Since these states have legalized marijuana, it has lowered the drug trade and illegal marketing in those states but has increased the use of marijuana (Marijuana Legalization and Regulation). The Drug Policy Alliance believes that legalizing marijuana will bring one of the nation’s largest cash crops under regulation creating jobs and helping the economic recession stopping the illicit market for drugs (Marijuana Legalization and Regulation). However marijuana will still influence many minors to smoke this

In conclusion, I believe cannabis should be recreationally legal in the United States to decriminalize the plant and help those who need it medically. If it becomes legal the benefits will outweigh the consequences over time, it just needs a chance. The best things anyone can do are stay well informed and know if your state will be voting on legalization in any future ballots. Spreading the correct information to anyone misinformed would also be a step forward.

Medical Marijuana is a very controversial topic amongst the human population. Some say Marijuana is a drug and people who use Marijuana are criminals. On the other side of the argument there is: Marijuana is a plant, and it is grown to be used for medicinal purposes. Whichever side of the argument you are on, there is no denying that Medical Marijuana has been a hot topic for discussion in the last five years. Personally I believe the reasons for Medical Marijuana can help with Cancer,Anxiety it is way better then over the counter drug also helps with seizures, It is Helping with Depression and it Stimulate appetite (we know because of the munchies) the stats have increased with years and the strands have gotten better. The tread rather than some pre-teens who want to get high is only the charts for the medical use only not the street trends of it. Since Medical Marijuana has been around for

The legalization is backed with many intriguing facts that solidify it as a stronger option compared to those who thrive on false claims that the drug is only causes issues. Marijuana’s reputation is blinded by those who have never looked into the true benefits of the drug and the majority of biased “nay-sayers” will probably never will. As the drug influences future generations, users and non-users will experience direct and indirect benefits; cannabis is less dangerous than various abusive substances, will boost the economy immensely and aid your body in many ways. The push for legalization will only gain momentum as more countries decide to do what is best for their

Social views on legalizing medical and recreational has increased since 1969, according to pew research, as well. Overall, Americans think that marijuana should be made legal at 61% saying yes compared to 31% of the population saying no. Percentage points for those

It can provide more income, help with health issues, and provide a safer society. Those who oppose are strictly denying the facts and are ignorant to reality. From saving a countries debt to saving a child or elder life, marijuana can be the next super hero. Society has already accepted alcohol and tobacco, two deadly drugs. The infamous herb will only contribute to a better world. The legalization of recreational cannabis will only benefit the world and has been proven through real facts and statistics. For this reason the prohibition against cannabis should end.

Main reasons why the government is so against legalizing recreational marijuana is that they believe it causes harm to the brain, cause disruptive and aggressive behavior, and that it doesn't really have any medical benefits. Marijuana can be used for certain sickness but it has to be taken properly in the right proportion.”Proponents of medical marijuana argue that it can be a safe and effective treatment for the symptoms of cancer, AIDS, multiple sclerosis, pain, glaucoma, epilepsy, and