Persuasive Essay On Legalization Of Marijuana

The Detroit Free Press Editorial Board’s Article Let the people decide about legalizing marijuana(2016) was an attempt to convince readers that Michigan Legislature is currently a “dysfunctional waste,” determined to keep Marijuana legalization off the ballots.The Press got their opinion across by using uncredited polls, tugging at the reader's emotions when describing both parties, and overall biased tone with underlying motives. The author uses pathos, ethos, and logos very effectively when trying to persuade the reader. Pathos is being used when the author attempts to appeal to our emotions while trying to pity MILegalize. Logos is being used when the authors tries to connect with our common sense in order to persuade by reason. Lastly ethos is being used when the author attempts to sway our opinion of michigan legislature, but altering our view of their character and morals.This article was written with intentions to get voters riled up, discredit the michigan legislature and provoke change within the court systems. The Editorial Board only presented their side of the argument, concluding they are targeting left-wing moderates that are for the legalization of marijuana.

A controversial topic often being advocated for by sitting governors is whether the legalization of marijuana is more beneficial or harmful to the economy. Marijuana, also known as weed, is a mixture of the dried and shredded leaves, stems, seeds, and flowers of the cannabis sativa plant. It’s the most widely used illegal drug in the United States, even though studies have shown results that the benefits of using marijuana for medicinal or recreational reasons far outweigh the negative matters that may be associated with its use. While marijuana is still a controlled substance under federal law, thirteen U.S. states currently have compassionate use laws in place, which allow for regulated medical marijuana use. By legalizing marijuana, the government is helping the economy by reaping medical and financial benefits, not only at the state level, but also at the federal level. Taking into account the numerous studies done with marijuana on whether it is for recreational use or medical purposes, the government cannot go wrong in legalizing marijuana because of such an impact it will have. Marijuana should be legalized for recreational purposes because it will help society economically and socially.

The legalization of marijuana will lead to a boost to the economy. With the United States being trillions in debt, an increase in tax money would be a big help to lower the national debt. Colorado, one of the first states to legalize marijuana for recreational and medicinal uses, is showing valuable data of an increase in tax money, “In 2015, Colorado collected more than $135 million in taxes and fees on medicinal and recreational marijuana. Sales totaled over $996 million” (Krishna, Mrinalini). Now, Colorado is joined by seven other states, Washington, Oregon, California, Alaska, Maine, Massachusetts, and Nevada, in the full legalization of marijuana. With these states joining with Colorado, the United States is seeing sales “[grow] by 30%, to 6.1 billion, in 2016 and a projected 20.1 billion in 2021” (Krishna, Mrinalini). With that in mind, these sales are shared among only eight states, add another forty-two states and the rates could surpass the trillions. Considering the evidence, the act of not legalizing marijuana would be foolish.

The legalization of marijuana will bring in much needed revenue to the US economy through tax revenue, the creation of jobs, decrease in the number of those incarcerated for marijuana possession, and help treat various health conditions that would otherwise cause an enormous amount of pain. Although marijuana is often looked down upon as a Schedule I illegal drug, this medicinal plant has been around for more than a decade and has been used for more than the "get high" purpose. Marijuana is non-toxic compared to multiple types of medications now on the market and it has never caused an over dose. It is also less expensive, if legalized than most of the overly priced medications provided by

Medical Marijuana is a growing legalization movement in the United States. Currently, 23 states have legalized marijuana use for either medical or recreational purposes. Many say that the drug has many health benefits and should be made legal. Marijuana, however, is still a harmful drug and proponents of the drug deemphasize its adverse history and tend to focus on its benefits. Research has shown that not only is marijuana ineffective, but detrimental to an individual’s health. The legalization of marijuana for medical use may inadvertently cause unintended consequences that outweigh its medicinal benefits.

In a country where tobacco products and alcohol are legal, I have always wondered, why not cannabis? Why did this plant still have the stigma of being illegal when it does not cause any deaths, is not nearly as physically addicting, nor as harmful as its legal counterparts? Clearly, the law of marijuana prohibition is one that is up for debate and one that is up for change. Currently, many state laws have been passed that are either decriminalizing marijuana or allowing it for purely medicinal purposes. Although these laws are moving towards legalization, they do not come close to the actual goal. The definition of “legalization” advocates are striving to reach refers to legalized wholesale production, distribution, and sale to all marijuana users even for recreational purposes. Citizens have to realize that legalization is a realistic change that our country might be facing in the near future. Although liberals are leading the fight to end prohibition while conservatives are helping the law stand firm, this fight should not be one divided by political party. Every individual ought to be educated on the issue before saying yes or no to legalization. Before voting on this issue, I ask: What would the country actually be like if marijuana was legal?

The purpose of this debate paper is to explore both sides of the following issue. Marijuana should be legalized for personal recreational use as well as medical use. I selected this topic because I felt it is one of the more controversial and longer lasting issue that the United States has faced. The topic of legal marijuana, medically and recreationally, has been at the focal point of many U.S. citizens, including politicians, for quite some time. I expect to discover the possibility for the positive impact on the economy that would come from the legalization of marijuana. I expect to also find statistics supporting the premise that alcohol and cigarettes are not only just as addicting, if not more, than marijuana, but they are also more dangerous

In the 1700’s both George Washington and Thomas Jefferson grew hemp on their plantations. Whether for medicinal or recreational use we don’t know for sure. In the 1850’s hemp was added to the US Pharmacopeia, the official standard-setting authority on over the counter and prescription medications.

Marijuana legalization can help the economy grow and get better. Marijuana can help the economy by the money it would make from being taxed and can also be regulated like alcohol and tobacco products. Revenue from taxation on marijuana could reach up to $8.7 billion a year if it is taxed the same way as alcohol and tobacco (Drug Policy Alliance). Another form of marijuana that is also illegal is hemp which has a lower THC which is the cause of marijuana's effects but what hemp is more useful for is its fibers which can be used in rope and textiles (Hemp). This shows marijuana’s economic benefits by showing the possible revenue the U.S. could make from taxing marijuana. It also shows how legalizing another kind of marijuana plant, hemp,

Is legalizing marijuana a significant step to take? There has been an absurd amount of concerns as to what will happen to the community. Will the community grow from this new law, or will this end in a horrible problem? Although marijuana is a narcotic, it does not cause harm to your body in comparison to other narcotics and alcohol. Legalizing marijuana in the states of the U.S should be acknowledged because it can be used for medical reason, it is not harmful to the body, and police want strong relationships with their community.

For the past few years the movement to legalize marijuana has gained momentum. Several states such as Colorado, Oregon, California, Nevada, Washington, Maine, Massachusetts, and Alaska have legalized marijuana recreationally. Marijuana has proved to be beneficial in many different ways. This natural plant has showed to help individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder. In the states where it was legalized, there was an increase in revenue for the state. The government and the Food and Drug Administration have given this drug such a difficult time with legalization while there are other drugs on the market that are prescribed that have adverse side effects. It is clear that legalization of marijuana would benefit individuals with various health issues, the states would experience an increase in revenue, and money being wasted by the government on the Drug Enforcement Administration as well as people in jail for marijuana possession will decrease. It is absurdther that this harmless drug remains illegal.

"…. legalization still resonates with people beyond the stoner crowd who see marijuana as a largely harmless substance.... (Brannon, page 1) The legalization of marijuana is an ongoing debate between the stoner crowd and the upright higher-ups, in society. According to Trends eMagazine, weed sales in the U.S will exceed in $7 billion in 2016. " Which will boost our American economy tremendously, through overall sales and takes. These government officials should be leaping towards the opportunities for more money for their careless spending, instead of investing in trying to enforce this marijuana prohibition.

The legalization of Marijuana is a very controversial topic and many people have differing opinions. I’ve asked three people three questions. The first person I asked is a Vice Principal on the Navajo indian reservation, he is the supervisor of enforcing the disciplinary action at his high school. The second person that I asked grew up in the 1970’s and the bohemian culture, when smoking marijuana was a popular and common thing. He was a surveyor for cedar city for forty years when he retired in the last year. The third person I asked was a college attendee and was born in 1993 and would be classified as a millennial in today's world. She’s from Fairplay Colorado, attends Fort Lewis College, and is a Studio art major. I asked each of these people three questions. Question one was: What do you think of the legalization of cannabis in colorado? The second question: What are your experiences with marijuana? Third question: Is legalizing marijuana, in your opinion a good thing? With a little debate and more follow up questions these people made their opinions clear.

Governor Davis supports legalization of drugs. There are drugs that she would legalize but she is only focused on one drug. During her political speech, she announced that there would be a certain amount that a person should carry before being arrested. Governor Davis stated that the citizens would benefit from her decision to legalize the drug. Legalization of drugs has impacted several states. When governor Davis approves this law, the citizens that suffer from drug dependencies will receive state funded treatment for them to better themselves.

Growing up everyone is told that drugs are bad for you time and time again. Now being a child you don't really understand why, but you respect the authority regardless.  Many remember being told this relentlessly through their childhood as well as their journey through the educational system.  But as people got older they realize that people will still use drugs even though it's illegal.  Who could ever  understand why a person would go against the law and jeopardize their life to abuse a drug?  The drug that I’m specifically referring to is marijuana, and surprisingly it is all around us.  Marijuana is even known to in today’s media sources that the drug has become a mainstream trend to enjoy, like music, and movies. Marijuana demonstrates clear cut evidence that use of the substance can cause health benefits.