Legalization In America

Cannabis began being outlawed all across the U.S. during the 1900’s and has remained illegal ever since, until recent years when states began legalizing it (huffpost.com). Although many people believe that the reason behind the prohibition of cannabis was based on genuine concern for the possible consequences it may have on the well-being of people if it remained accessible to all, the truth is that the drive behind the U.S.’s prohibition of cannabis was founded on racism. During the early 1900’s cannabis was considered an “ethnic drug” due to the fact that many Mexican immigrants smoked the plant (huffpost.com). With the tension in Western states regarding the migration of Mexicans into the states, laws concerning the use regulation of

Since the start of our country, America has been known as a land of immigrants, a melting pot of different cultures and ethnicities working towards the American motto of the land of the free, home of the brave. Since colonial times, immigrants have been an integral part of society, majorly contributing to U.S culture and economy, yet many Americans have always had very conflicting ideas on immigration. Many people look past the benefits immigrants bring to our economy and society and instead scapegoat them for many of the United States’ problems surrounding unemployment and budget. The positive effects of immigrants, both legal and undocumented, in our country far outweighs the negative effects because of their important impact on society and the economic help that American relies on.

On January 1st the states of Colorado and Washington officially began the regulation of legal marijuana sales. Thousands of people from all over the country including tourists from Wisconsin, Ohio, Chicago, and even Georgia lined up out front of dispensaries to make a purchase. Recreational marijuana is being regulated and monitored like alcohol; you must be at least 21 years old to make a purchase. The drug, which is controversial in many states’ legislations, is currently legal for medical use in 20 states, but Colorado and Washington were the first to approve of recreational use (Healy). The geographical concepts involved in the legalization of marijuana include migration, movement and flow, and private/public space.

The United States of America stands as one of the leading territories in the consumption of forbidden

The issue of whether or not to legalize marijuana in Canada is not a contemporary one. In fact, the debate surrounding the legalization of marijuana dates back as far as the 1960’s and exists in some frameworks to this day. With such a lengthy history, comes a past of distinct socio-economic and political policies, outlining what “appropriate” marijuana usage should look like. From prohibition to complete legalization, this essay will outline the history surrounding the legalization of marijuana, from its socio-economic and political frameworks, while simultaneously identifying the institutions and actors involved in its development.

Legalization of marijuana, also known as cannabis, weed, etc. has been a trending controversial topic in many sectors of Canada. Although, there have been several studies, organizations and celebrities endorsing the legalization; marijuana should not be legalized due to its severe health effects. Cannabis has both short and long term effects on an individual’s health. These effects range from brain function and development, mental illness, heart rate to lung damage. With almost 44 percent of Canadians who have tried marijuana, the health of Canadians is at stake.

Marijuana is the most common drug in America and all over the world. It is legalized in some countries, but most countries prohibit its use. It has proven medical abilities and was used for this purpose for a while before being federally criminalized. The United States has been debating on the legalization of marijuana with some states supporting the move and others against it. ("10 Facts About Marijuana") Despite all these debates, the legalization of marijuana is the better option of the two. Legalizing marijuana will result in medical, economic and social benefits all over America.

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Drugs should be legalized and/or decriminalized in the future in Washington State and the Unit-ed States. However, along with legalization should come counseling for drug abuse and should give the pros and cons to using drugs. Since smoking was legalized and more information has come out about smoking there is 50% less smokers and it is less of a public issue. And as far as the concern with there being more people using drugs and driving a car, yes we will have drivers using just as we have drivers drinking and driving. Also with legalization will come more control for the purity of drugs and users will be less like to become dependent because of this. One other issue is that more money needs to be spend on rehabilitation. Incarceration is

The legalization of marijuana for recreational usage could may be a new trend in America but the Federal government will likely oppose usage through the end of time. The Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) stance is that marijuana is an illegal drug and that using this drug whether for medicinal or recreational purposes is illegal. I chose this topic to research because of awareness bright to light prior to the recent elections. Until researching this topic, I was unaware that marijuana usage is legal in some states and that other states were pushing legislation to get

Legalization of marijuana on a federal level may benefit society more than cause it harm. When people hear the word marijuana, cannabis, hemp, etc. they tend to compare it to dangerous hardcore drugs. In all reality, unlike these other hardcore drugs, marijuana has many advantages that could possibly outweigh its negatives. For example, federally legalizing marijuana could stimulate growth within an economy by allowing the government the opportunity to reduce expenses on prohibition, create jobs and collect sales tax revenue, create a healthier more organic agriculture through hemp industrialization, and offer a more natural remedy to alleviate medical symptoms.

United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a report that , in 2014 , caused by excessive drug use, the United States more than 4.7 million deaths , and the number of deaths than traffic accidents caused more than gun violence . This figure compared with 2013 growth of 14% , a record high.

My thesis is that the legalization of marijuana would have a positive influence on America. In this report I have attempted to prove that this is indeed lawful. The general legalization of marijuana would allow Americans to work and use hemp to America’s great advantage. Billions of bucks would be kept in government expenditures and, in fact, revenue from taxation on the regulated sale of marihuana would be in the billions. Although the shock on a person’s health is debatable, the smoking of marijuana on a steady basis is most definitely not equally harmful as smoking cigarettes every day or the excessive drinking of alcohol. Nobody has ever perished from a cannabis overdose. Lastly, and most obviously, marijuana for medical use would benefit

Since 1920, the dangers and harms of marijuana have been exaggerated. Many of the stories of films like "reefer madness (reefer madness)" were used to support anti-marijuana laws, these stories still remain in use today by the government in its anti-drug campaigns and reports.

With 23 states having already legalized the use of Cannabis for either recreational use or purely for medical use, California will soon jump on the wagon as well as a majority of Americans are in favor of decriminalizing cannabis. Not only is the prohibition of Cannabis very expensive but it takes police attention away from real crimes. The Times explains, “Each year, enforcing laws on possession costs more than $3.6 billion, according to the American Civil Liberties Union,” Not only would decriminalizing Cannabis alleviate unnecessary expenses but also clear up prison space for those who actually deserve to be in jail. Cannabis can not only help alleviate things such as anxiety, and muscle spasms but it also helps with more serious issues