Abstract Throughout this paper, there will be the highly debatable discussion between legalizing medical marijuana and regular marijuana. Both sides of the argument have their pros and cons and there is an in depth description of both sides of the argument. At the end of the day though, the paper thoroughly supports the legalization of medical marijuana and marijuana in general. Medical marijuana less harmful than most other legal tobacco products and has the ability to reduce the pain within ailing people. Cannabis also can be a curable and more natural drug to help people in pain. Marijuana also has the potential to raise the U.S. out of their tough economic struggle as well as lower crime rate and create more jobs for many more …show more content…
government. World View of Medical Marijuana Throughout the world there is a wide variety of rules and laws that pertain to medical marijuana and marijuana in general. Other countries around the world have much less stricter laws when it comes to the matter of medical marijuana and marijuana. In countries such as the United Kingdom (UK) and Australia, they actually encourage the use of medical marijuana and give exemption of pursuing criminal charges to distributers. Then there is the country of Holland, which allows full legalization of every form of marijuana. Holland encourages lots of small business owners to encourage smoking and eating of marijuana. Another way marijuana can be consumed is by baking the cannabis in different types of food, which then allows a different type of high. The high supposedly is more of a body high, which is different from smoking marijuana or taking a pill. But Holland encourages local bake shops to “cook” marijuana within the their foods. By doing this, small local businesses attract more and bigger crowds to come try their new food that has a kick. Holland’s tourism rates have increased slightly since the legalization of marijuana or hash (more pure type of marijuana). It may not have a drastic change in their economy, but it sure does have a small impact. Finally, there is Portugal, which has no laws against any drug of any kind. All drugs from marijuana to cocaine, to heroine are legal.
Although there has been a “war on drugs” since the late 1900’s, the legalization of marijuana has been a popular topic within the past couple of years. This topic is very controversial due to the fact that many people are unable to see past the bad rap that cannabis has accumulated over past years. Among the other aspects that have already given marijuana a bad reputation, some people are trying to find more and more reasons to postpone the legalization of marijuana. Since the legalization of cannabis in Colorado, Washington and Oregon the debate of legalizing this “drug” in every state became a very important topic. Cannabis has shown how effective it can
This paper will delve into a more detailed explanation of the problem with illegalization, with solutions on how to legalize marijuana to produce a better nation economically, medically, and therapeutically.
The legalization of marijuana has been a very controversial topic that has everyone asking each other, is it really worth it? For many, the thought of legalizing a drug, which the government has classified as a Schedule 1 drug is, mind boggling to them. I am going to prove that the pros about the legalization of medical and recreational use of marijuana are greatly outweighing the cons. I will show with statistical evidence that legalization is beneficial in many ways such as generating higher state revenues, decreased crime rates, decreased imprisonment rates for petty drug crimes, breakthroughs in the medical field and that in general, banning marijuana is preventing our economy from its potential growth.
One of the most divisive issues in America today is whether to legalize the cultivation, sale, and possession of cannabis. The prohibition of marijuana cost tax payers an annual of 12 billion dollars a year to prosecute recreational users as criminals which was a component in our deficit today. The current prohibition of marijuana makes criminals of otherwise law abiding cannabis users. Legalization will provide medical benefits of marijuana, and economic benefits of legal marijuana, and the re correct the societal harm that results from the current prohibition of marijuana on the federal level and the majority of states. Those in favor of the current prohibition claim “there are no good reasons to legalize marijuana”, but they do not know all of the plants benefits.
The legalization of Marijuana is a highly debated topic in the United States. Due to the recent interest it has become an issue which can only be handled at the law maker’s lately with more bills getting pushed by legislature to legalize it. Recently the District of Columbia, Oregon, and Alaska voted to legalize Marijuana bringing the total number of states in which in Marijuana is legal to five. In this paper we will present both sides to this highly debated topic. “Currently more than 60 U.S and International health organizations support giving patients legal access to medicinal marijuana prescribed by a physician” (Foundation, 2014).
For many generations, the legalization of marijuana has been a great debate but recently this debate has gained much attention. For many years the United States and other nations have spent millions on the ‘war on drugs’, although this war is not successful. The legalization of marijuana would not only be a brake-threw movement but would help many issues the United States is facing today. Cannabis has legitimate medical effects. The sales in many states have shown a great increase in revenue, not to mention prohibition has enormous social cost. Many may argue that the legalization would lead to higher use in other drugs, although studies show marijuana is not a gateway drug.
This paper provides detailed information about the controversial topic that is the legalization of marijuana. Different articles proved that legal status of marijuana has been debated vigorously and will continue to be a heated debate for years to come. Marijuana has its negative effect but it can be used for recreational, cultural and medicinal purposes. Different people have different views regarding legalization of marijuana, but the most significant argument against legalization is that governmental approval of marijuana as a prescription drug would send the wrong message to the general population and would cause more extensive recreational use of this drug. The appropriate government response to the negative effects is to fight them directly b stopping the illegal practitioners from doing them (Barnes, 2000, p.29). Legalization of marijuana does not force people to use it but it is a personal choice to have it or not. Marijuana has its positive and negative effects, but the government should make plan to increase the positive effect and to eliminate the negative effect.
Nearly everyone knows of at least one benefit that marijuana has on the world, even though the legalization issues have kept much needed research from being done. From easing the symptoms of many ailments to providing countless jobs in the marijuana industry and using tax dollars to help boost the economy, marijuana has many values, but it must be legalized. It is proven that marijuana can help numerous ailments of various kinds in people; it can reduce crime rates, allowing more room in the jails and prisons for bigger and more dangerous offenders. Legalizing marijuana can also boost the economy and provide jobs in the marijuana industry and can provide money from tax dollars for much needed improvements like
Legalizing Marijuana has been a common subject for debate in the United States. As the debate continues on in the political system, marijuana has become the most popular illegal drug in the United States. There are many arguments for and against the legalization of marijuana ranging from the effects on the mind and body to the economic possibilities after legalization. Both sides embrace strong facts and stronger support, but much of these facts consist of similar research with contradicting results. The side that tends to have the most and the strongest support in the most prominent arguments, economics, health, and criminal association, is the group for legalizing marijuana.
One of the main focusing points of America's War on Drugs is the drug marijuana. Marijuana is one of the most widely used illegal drugs in the world. Thousands of people are arrested every year because of marijuana. However, even with marijuana’s bad reputation, the benefits that it offers definitely outweigh its disadvantages. Marijuana can help alleviate many ailments and several symptoms associated with cancer and Aids. While Marijuana is a very effective medicine, it is also a huge cash crop. In addition to this the legalization of marijuana would clear up many problems with the criminal justice system. If marijuana was made legal for medical and recreational use, it could help many people in the form of medicine, help boost the economy, and it would separate the marijuana users from criminals.
Recreational marijuana has quickly become one of the nations most discussed issues, as several states have moved to legalize recreational marijuana use. As a substance and alcohol abuse counselor trainee, I believe that recreational marijuana use is an important issue for a wide variety of reasons, including both economic and political explanations. Not only has science proven that THC, the chemical found within marijuana, is less problematic than legal substances like alcohol, but it has been found to improve health conditions for several serious illnesses within our society. For me, however, legalization goes far beyond the health implications that arise, as the economy could surely use a boost.
In 1973, marijuana was considered an illegal drug in the Marijuana Tax Act. Nevertheless, legalizing marijuana and its associated plant could benefit America as a country. The medical use of marijuana could comfort people who suffer from side effects from a disease’s treatment and help the treatment’s effectiveness. Hemp, which comes from the same cannabis plant as marijuana, could also help our world’s deforestation and natural gas situations. The legalizing of marijuana could help boost economy. Finally, it’s ironic how alcohol and cigarettes are legal, even though they place a greater impact on an individual’s health than marijuana. Marijuana legalization is a very controversial situation today; but the benefits that it offers and the advancements it has shown in states that have already legalized it, displays how useful this substance is.
When most people aurally perceive the word “weed” or “pot” they may cerebrate of the illicit drug of marijuana and how horrible it must be. People are brainwashed on how lamentable this drug is but after scarcely of research, you may cerebrate otherwise. To commence, studies on medical marijuana have proven that the drug has therapeutic effects concerning pain management, nausea, regurgitating, seizures, and appetite loss for patients suffering from medical diseases. These diseases include cancer, HIV, epilepsy, and more. Legalizing the utilization of marijuana as a medical remedy would ameliorate a patient's quality of life and promote positive replications to treatment. Doing this could withal avail boost our economy with taxation, engender employment, and preserve our economy billions of dollars. Legislators should legalize marijuana solely to benefit those individuals with terminal medical diseases and to avail put a boost in the Amalgamated States economy.
What if there was a form of medication that could treat hundreds of different ailments from virtually any disease with minimal side effects? Now, imagine this medication could be produced locally, boost an economy, build schools and allow families the convenience of treating their sick children from the comfort of their own homes. These are just some of the benefits of medical marijuana. Although still quite controversial, the use of medical marijuana has become commonplace in most states in the United States. This, however, does not mean it has been as equally socially acceptable. There are still areas of the country that will not allow patients to receive the treatments they so desperately require. Medical marijuana could be the solution to various health issues, and change the way alternate medicine is viewed.
A lot of controversy has been caused by the plant Cannabis sativa, the producer of the mind altering substance known as Marijuana. Currently marijuana is an illegal drug in the United States, except for medical use in some states. Many people, including myself, are convinced that if it were legalized there would be a positive impact on society. The following paper will outline my argument and provide support for legalization of marijuana.