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    Today marijuana is one of the most discussed and controversial topics in the U.S. The issue at hand is the fact that it’s being legalized for recreational use as well as medical. Many state there is a “high potential for abuse” and should remain illegal. Yet‚ among the arguments‚ proponents of medical marijuana have presented a stronger argument for legalization through their use of research and evidence. Marijuana was first legalized in Europe for recreational use. In the U.S there are nine

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    Frederick Miller ENG 111‚ Sec. PI 22 Oct. 2013 Cause and effects of Marijuana Use and Legalization Believe it or not‚ marijuana has been a part of human society for longer than history has been recorded by man. Dating as far back as the 6th millennium B.C.‚ far before the Sumerians began recording history around 3500 B.C.‚ marijuana had made it ’s first appearance into society as a source of food (“History of Marijuana”). By 1500 B.C.‚ however‚ it was already being used for medical purposes

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    For the past decade‚ the regulation and legalization of recreational marijuana has been a controversial topic in the United States‚ provoking numerous debates among politicians and policy makers. Marijuana‚ according to “Marijuana Legalization and Regulation”‚ has been legalized in five states that have changed their laws to allow small amounts of marijuana: Colorado‚ Washington‚ Oregon‚ Alaska‚ and Washington D.C. The legalization of the drug across all 50 states is becoming more popular than ever

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    wishes to legalize marijuana‚ they should follow the guidelines of the United States using policy diffusion. “Canada should follow the developments of changes in marijuana-related regulations in the United States‚ where some of its states viz‚ Colorado‚ Oregon‚ Washington‚ and Alaska have already legalized recreational use of marijuana” (Hajizadeh 455). Policy diffusion is a very intriguing tool for the Canadian government to use in the situation involving legalizing marijuana. “Although experience

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    world. B.) Should we try to stop the use and abuse of drugs? Yes we should‚ but its not going to be easy. C.) I’m going to need everyone of you to help. Why? Because it is becoming a problem with teens like us today. D.) Let me tell you what we will be covering: 1.) Why is drug use/abuse getting worse? 2.) How can we stop it? 3.) How will things be after it is stopped? Lets explore the the questions listed above. II. Body A.) Why is drug use/abuse getting worse? I.) The key

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    Marijuana should be legalized to solve many of today’s problems. These problems have gotten so out of hand that many extreme options are being considered to control or solve it. There seems to be no way to end the war against Marijuana other than to legalize it . The war on Marijuana doesn’t seem to be accomplishing too much. Different options need to be considered. There have also been too many lies‚ misunderstandings and misinterpretations thrown at Marijuana. Legalization is an option that hasn’t

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    The Legalization of Marijuana COMM/215 The Legalization of Marijuana While marijuana is considered a gateway drug‚ it should certainly be legal. The legalization of marijuana has been a debated topic for a very long time. Whether in support or opposition‚ the emotions that individuals have (which are based on their opinions of the drug) are fervent. Marijuana can be used for different reasons besides the use of recreational euphoria such as health and financial. Marijuana has been called

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    would be religious beliefs. It came up it the discussion that the Native Americans smoke marijuana at their spiritual and religious ceremony’s. 9. Implications/Consequences of my conclusion. I truly believe that there wouldn’t be any consequences it the government legalized marijuana. 8. Thought Out Conclusion I personally feel that the America would very much so benefit from the legalization of marijuana. 3. Important Information I need to know to answer these ethical questions. What research

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    The uses of ​Marijuana have been controversial in the United States. Research has suggested that active ingredients found in marijuana can help treat certain medical conditions. This has sparked a huge debate on whether medical marijuana should be legalized without federal sanctions. Understanding the benefits of medical marijuana use may help shed some light on the position of supporters. The fear of legal repercussions from the Federal Government is considered a mitigating factor in medical

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    Marijuana has been legal for recreational use in Colorado and Washington since 2012. Since marijuana was legalized there has not been that much of an impact regarding the legalization of marijuana. There has been an impact on crime‚ tax revenue and usage rates for a long time. Legalization of marijuana has not reduced the racial disparity in drug arrest in the states. There are several lessons that can be learned from this. According to washingtonpsot.com‚ the usage of marijuana by teenagers has

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