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Cannabis legalization has benefits, such as removing the product from the illegal market so it can be taxed and regulated, but science is still trying to catch up as social norms evolve and different products become available.
The pros and cons of legalizing marijuana are still being debated. Today, 38 U.S. states and the District of Columbia allow for the medical use of marijuana. A growing number allow recreational use. However, as a Schedule I controlled substance, marijuana is illegal under federal law.
Legalizing recreational marijuana results in helpful regulation of a safe drug, without increasing potential negative consequences. Legalizing recreational marijuana would end the costly, and frequently racist, enforcement of marijuana laws and debilitate the illegal marijuana market.
A new Gallup poll has found that in the United States, medical aid is the top reason why supporters want marijuana legalized while opponents view driver safety as the top reason for keeping it...
As more states pass laws legalizing marijuana for recreational use, Americans continue to favor legalization of both medical and recreational use of the drug. An overwhelming share of U.S. adults (88%) say marijuana should be legal for medical or recreational use.
Majorities of blacks (58%) and whites (55%) favor legalizing marijuana, compared with just 40% of Hispanics. Men (57% favor) continue to be more likely than women (49%) to support legalization. Nearly six-in-ten Democrats (59%) favor legalizing the use of marijuana, as do 58% of independents.
The legalization of marijuana is more than just an effort to create new lines of federal tax revenue or satisfy the needs of marijuana users; the decriminalization or legalization of marijuana is an important step forward in ending mass incarceration in the United States.
Medical legalization of marijuana makes a drug that is dangerous to children, teenagers, and young adults more readily available. Whether medical marijuana is legalized for everyone or only adults, legalization provides everyone more access to the drug.
This blog explores the pros and cons of legalizing marijuana, aiming to provide a balanced perspective on this contentious issue. Whether you're considering the economic impact, medical purposes, or public safety concerns, understanding the pros and cons can help you form an informed opinion.
Not only might the broader legalization of marijuana help more people with unmanageable pain find relief, it could even have a positive, mitigating effect against the opioid epidemic. Research...