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    anyone especially juveniles should not use them because they can cause severe mental and physical damage. Wait, what about Marijuana? Marijuana is a very controversial topic, not as bad as abortion, but similar. Interestingly, medicinal marijuana in California was considered legal in 1996; recently recreational marijuana has been legalized in particular states. Since Marijuana has been legalized, about five hundred to one thousand dispensaries have opened. Weed was, and still is, the most popular

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    and that medicine is marijuana. Many people believe that Marijuana makes people act out violently although many people don’t know what marijuana is composed of which there is several compounds like THC which “ targets the CB1 receptor, a cannabinoid receptor activated to respond to pain or noxious chemicals” (Ireland). THC can treat and prevent side effects from chemotherapy; reducing inflation, nausea, depression, and also increases appetite.

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    The medical marijuana industry has seen staggering growth in recent years with many state level legalizations and the federal memo issued in 2013 that told prosecutors to leave these businesses alone, as long as they comply with all their state laws. Colorado was the first state to legalize marijuana for recreational purposes and marijuana infused edibles soon became a rapidly growing element within the marijuana industry. As such, states are struggling to write effective legislation and create adequate

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    now it is known as Utilitarianism (Johnson 157). If I had to make the decision on if I should vote for the use of marijuana for medical usage such as helping cancer and glaucoma while using utilitarianism I would need to use the four steps. The first step to prepare my decision would be to identify the action under consideration, which would be to vote to legally allow the marijuana for cancer and glaucoma patients (Johnson 157). The second step is to acknowledge all who are affected by this action

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    Maine voters faced five referendum questions. The approved four, which will legalize recreational marijuana use, increase school funding through a tax surcharge on high earners, increase the state’s minimum wage and implement ranked-choice voting. Voters rejected expanded firearm background checks. Many people have different viewpoints on all of these questions. Governor Paul LePage voiced his opinion that this system of how questions get on the ballot needs reform. Some Mainer agree with this,

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    were told that she might benefit from marijuana. After much difficulty they were finally able to get it for her in oil form. After taking the medical marijuana for just one day, the seizures basically stopped. Now she only experiences one to two seizures a month! She was on the brink of dying and now she is living a relatively healthy normal life. Medical marijuana literally saved this little girl’s life. (Gupta). Marijuana should be legalized for medical purposes because it is saving lives and

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    The Potential of Medical Marijuana in the US People are afraid of the unknown, that is a fact. That is why people are so afraid of what Marijuana can do and what it is in general. Although the results of marijuana as a medicine have been seen, and they are remarkable results, people still fear of what this plant can and can’t do. Throughout this paper, there will be a highly debatable advocacy for the use of Cannabis in the medical field. Both sides of the coin will be shown, but the pro’s will

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    Legalising Medical Marijuana. Why?/Why not? Marijuana is a very prominent and controversial issue in society today.In many cases the use of cannabis has been known as the most prevalent illicit drug used in Australia and many other countries. Although medical marijuana is illegal in Australia, Whether it should be legalised or not is still a commonly discussed topic. Medical marijuana has been said to have barely any to no side effects when using the drug, compared to if you were using crystal

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    Legalizing Medical Marijuana In The 1920's

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    greatest good for the greatest number of people. When one has the motivation to reach goals for the benefit of one’s self it is known as ethical egoism. In this paper we shall consider a brief history of cannabis, the parallels of legalizing medical marijuana and prohibition of alcohol in the 1920’s with regard to ethical egoism and utilitarian theories. The earliest record of man's use of cannabis comes from the island of Taiwan located off the coast of mainland China. Archaeologists have unearthed

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    Why Medical Marijuana should be legalized all over all the United States. In today’s society, debates regarding legalizing Medical Marijuana occur frequently. The discussions arise in almost every state. Both sides bring solid arguments; however, opponents of the approval are facing the fact, which is very hard to ignore. Medical Marijuana has proven to cure people with life-threatening diseases much more effectively than official treatments; to have second-to-none side effects; and to be a

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