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Hemp/Marijuana, 2007.
An analysis of the positive aspects of the use of hemp/marijuana.
2,662 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 117.95
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This paper examines how since the early days of the 20th century in the United States, a very hotly-debated topic has been discussed and argued by many politicians, scientists, medical experts and government officials, from the White House down to local authorities, namely, the legalization of hemp for industrial, agricultural and medicinal purposes. It looks at how those that support the legalization of hemp argue that if it is allowed to be produced and utilized in the United States as it was before the implementation of the Marijuana Tax Act in 1937, this industry could create millions of new jobs and allow the U.S. to compete with other foreign nations that currently produce hemp for a wide variety of uses. It also looks at how those that oppose the legalization of hemp in the U.S. argue that it would condone the use of marijuana and make a drastic, negative impact on the so-called war against drugs in the United States. The paper attempts to show that the positive uses of hemp far outweigh all negative aspects.
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"More recently, medicinal marijuana has been used to treat asthma patients, due to its ability to open bronchial passages in the lungs, and well as those suffering from emphysema. Several other medical conditions can also be treated with medicinal marijuana, such as interfering with the growth of tumors, reducing stress and muscular tension, migraine headaches and even depression. Also, marijuana contains some painkilling abilities when applied as a cream or ointment to affected areas of the body. Marijuana in this form was generally available as patent medicines in the 18th and 19th centuries in America but was discontinued when the Food and Drug Act took effect in the late 1920's."
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The Legalization of Marijuana, 2002.
Discusses the arguments for and against the legalization of marijuana and industrial hemp.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 12 sources, AU$ 156.95
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Debate continues on the subject of whether marijuana and industrial hemp ought to be legalized in the United States. This paper results from an exploration of approaches to the question which has reached the point in public debate where factions tend to be divided into those in favour of legalization and those absolutely opposed to marijuana's legalization. At the present time, the arguments in favour of legalization do appear more reasoned and in accordance with several now longstanding arguments which have been put forward pertaining to both the effects of legalization and the overall safety of marijuana as a drug for public consumption.
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Legalization of Hemp, 2004.
A discussion of how the use of marijuana for the purposes of hemp is an important factor in the fight for its legalization.
1,384 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 68.95
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This paper argues that the legalization of marijuana in the United States is far past due, for if it were controlled and taxed by the federal government, millions of jobs could be created in new industries that would rely on hemp for the production of common domestic items found in any American home, supermarket, or department store.
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"Since very ancient times, marijuana (also known as cannabis) has been used for many purposes in the form of hemp, the durable fibers usually found in the main stalk of the marijuana plant. As a tough and resilient material, hemp was used by the ancient Egyptians and other cultures for rope and sailcloth that allowed them to explore far away regions of the world and thus bring civilization to those that lived as primitive peoples. Hemp has also been used for other purposes, such as material for clothing, shoes, paper and other items necessary for daily living. As a material, hemp is much stronger than linen and lasts about three times as long, not to mention that the growing of hemp requires no fertilizers, insecticides or poisons of any kind in order to bring about its cultivation."
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Economic Impact of the Legalization of Industrial Hemp, 2002.
The following paper discusses the potential advantages of developing the industrial hemp market in the United States.
1,240 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 62.95
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This paper discusses the differences between hemp and marijuana, focusing on ?hemp stalk? as a major product which is fiber and cellulose-rich to develop into consumer goods. The writer of this paper suggests for governmental agencies to take a look at multiple approaches from some different sides of the story on hemp, not merely work on the argument of legalization of marijuana.
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?Hemp stalk is the major product, which is fiber and cellulose-rich to develop into consumer goods. This product is different from marijuana. Thevenof says, people know hemp to be a good material for paper products since it produces pulp four times higher than tree per acre. Hemp is found to be "the strongest, easiest [fiber crop] to grow? and it easily grows in many areas. Hemp will be mature enough to harvest in 100 days, which is considered economical to replace all costs in tree growing, cutting and sawmill to supply paper factories. As it is rich in fiber, hemp would also make good source for fashion and apparel that gives strong and soft fiber comfortable to wear. Hurds hemp is also suitable for cattle feed since it has competitive biomass rate and lower operation cost to provide animal beddings, and other countries like England, France and the Netherlands have applied. Hemp is also rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which would be a good option as food material, or more likely to be ?strategic agricultural resources? as it made more than $50 million annual sales.?
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Hemp as an Alternative to Fuel, 2004.
Examines the advantages of using hemp as a source of fuel.
1,132 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 57.95
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Hemp was an important crop for American farmers until 1937 when Congress passed a prohibitive tax on hemp production, the Marijuana Tax Act, and the hemp industry in the U.S. was destroyed. This paper shows how hemp has the potential for being an important resource in farming, medicine, and fuel production. The paper focuses mainly, however, on the environmental benefits of using bio-diesel produced from hemp seeds.
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"Although, there are still restrictions on industrial hemp cultivation, pressure from industry in recent years has led to a relaxation of the laws, resulting in a wide variety of new products, ranging from clothing to cosmetics and ice-cream (29). Because hemp is easy to grow, even in the poorest of soils, and can be harvested in four months, its environmental sustainability is a major selling point (30). Moreover, as a plant, like all plants, it absorbs the main greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide, from the atmosphere as it grows and due to the fact that it requires very little energy to process, it saves money, conserves fossil fuels and reduces carbon dioxide emissions (31)."
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The Legalization of Marijuana, 2001.
A research paper that gives a detailed overview on the legalization of marijuana, an analysis of its medical uses and an insight into laws surrounding the controversy.
2,305 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 16 sources, MLA, AU$ 104.95
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This paper is an in-depth look at why marijuana's use for medical application is a purpose important enough to legalize the substance with pharmaceutical control by the government. The author examines scientific and historical background of marijuana, and the lack of public information on marijuana.
Outline
Medical marijuana use.
Ancient use of marijuana
Marijuana used for religion and other things.
Facts about marijuana.
Research on marijuana's potential abuse.
Lack of public information on marijuana
?Legal? drugs abuse
Media hype of marijuana
Ethnic tendency towards abuse
Marijuana and cancer chemotherapy
Marijuana and AIDS
Other medical uses of marijuana
Enough medical research.
Cannabis research
AIDS patients and marijuana.
Medical marijuana activists
Voters in favor of legalizing marijuana in many states.
Positive medical applications of cannabis.
Many countries have legalized medicinal marijuana.
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"Marijuana has been known for centuries and played a significant role in human history, being used for religious ceremonies, rope, medicine and recreation, among other registered uses. An enormous amount of hypothesis has been developed concerning other uses, or consequences of using dope. Mythologies from many countries speak of numberless gods and deids. It is possible many of these gods were imagined or seen by shaman or oracles that were under the influences of drugs. Cannabis use was mentioned in the fours Vedas (from India), one of the oldest religious manuscripts (Harrison, 70). Such Reginald Campbell and R Everett offer a general overview of marijuana in Substance Abuse in Workplace: ? The most common form of marijuana found in the U.S. is Cannabis Sativa... There are about 421 known chemicals in the plant... but the active chemical is believed to be the tetrahydro-cannabinols (THC), oils possessing physiological activity... Some symptoms of marijuana intoxication include confusion, euphoria, hallucinations, hunger, red eyes, ego-inflation, dry mouth, excessive laughing and coma? (42-43). Marijuana intoxication is said to last two to three hours, but the ingredient delta-9-tetrahydro -cannabinol can accumulate in brain and testes tissues (Hubbard, Franco, Onaivi, 1999). Marijuana, pot or weed, among other names, has a variety of practical uses. Hemp is used to built cords and even clothing. There are a number of websites on the Internet that offer a variety of products made out of hemp. Sadly, it is to blame that such a helpful herb be considered illegal due to the bad nature and unconsciousness of humans."
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Growing Agricultural Hemp, 2004.
This paper discusses the growing of industrial hemp, which is different from its distant cousin, marijuana, as a viable cash crop alternative.
975 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 64 sources, MLA, AU$ 50.95
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This paper explains that Americans had been cultivating the hemp plant for hundreds of years, but, in 1937, the Marijuana Prohibitive Tax Act outlawed the growing of any kind of hemp. The author points out that there are as many as 25,000 industrial uses of hemp, including rope, clothing, diapers, car parts, and carpet; oil from the seeds is used in shampoo, beer, vitamins, and lip balm. The paper stresses that hemp production is a growth industry around the world, and American farmers are losing revenue to foreign nations that allow the growing of hemp, such as Great Britain, France, and Spain.
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"Contrary to popular misconception, the hemp plant is not marijuana. Known by the botanical name "cannabis sativa," hemp does not contain the narcotic qualities of marijuana, and so its growth is not dangerous to the community. While many people believe growing hemp is just like growing marijuana, there are numerous differences. Hemp grows taller than marijuana, and they are spaced quite close together in the fields, unlike marijuana, which is spaced out for optimum leaf growth. In addition, hemp produces more flowers and seeds, while marijuana cultivation is mainly concerned with unfertilized female plants, which create more leaves."
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Marijuana, 2002.
An insight into the drug marijuana and a discussion of whether recreational marijuana use is no more dangerous than smoking cigarettes.
1,643 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 78.95
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This paper examines the drug marijuana, generally disapproved of for causing lethargy and memory loss, which shares tobacco?s propensity for causing lung cancer and it is widely and safely used by a significant percentage of America?s population. It provides a history of the drug use in America and the fight against it over the years as well as its legality throughout the country. It analyses the dangers of smoking marijuana through various literature reviews and studies. It puts forward a research design to measure the hypothesis that recreational marijuana use is no more dangerous than smoking cigarettes in quantities that constitute normal use among Americans by looking at both American and Dutch populations.
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"The amount of money the United States spends ?fighting? drug use every year is in the range of 35-40 billion dollars, equal to the annual budget of Russia. This herculean effort has met with little success; the Economist article reports that almost a third of Americans over 12 years of age admit to having tried drugs at some point, while over 26 million admit to having used drugs within the past year. Three fourths of all drug users in the United States are marijuana smokers."
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The Legalization of Marijuana, 2008.
A strong argument that the ban on marijuana is illogical, hence marijuana should be legalized.
1,183 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 59.95
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The paper offers three main reasons for the legalization of marijuana. The paper discusses its useful medicinal qualities that can relieve the suffering of many people and argues that the war on drugs is not working and is a waste of money. The paper contends further that banning marijuana violates the human rights of sick people. The paper claims that marijuana is banned for reasons that have more to do with history and politics than with any innate harmfulness.
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"Marijuana has proven medical applications, and it is therefore time that Canada legalizes marijuana for medicinal purposes. Indeed, it seems that the medical value of marijuana is indisputable, as there are extremely reputable scientific testimonies in favour of the medical use of marijuana. For example, Lynn Zimmer, Ph.D. (associate professor of sociology at Queens College, University of New York) and John P. Morgan, M.D. (professor of pharmacology at the University of New York Medical School), conducted a metastudy utilizing every existing academic research paper on the medical properties of marijuana."
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Marijuana Use, 2007.
This paper is an extensive review and evaluation of scientific literature relating to the effect of marijuana use on cognitive functioning.
11,160 words (approx. 44.6 pages), 82 sources, APA, AU$ 320.95
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This paper explains that the study of marijuana and its effects on memory has been characterized by a lack of standardization, which makes it difficult to find any conclusive results. The author states that research has confirmed the generalization that marijuana impedes the brain's ability to encode messages for long term memory storage; however, there were wide differences as to the amount or duration of THC (9-tetrahydrocannabinol) that was necessary to cause permanent damage. The paper relates that both early and later studies did not control for co-morbidity, which is a serious fault because marijuana is often the entrance path to more serious and more lethal compounds, such as alcohol use, cocaine, methamphetamines and other drugs.
Table of Contents:
How Marijuana Acts on the Brain
Marijuana and Memory
Marijuana and Verbal Learning
Marijuana and Visuospatial Recall
Marijuana and Long Term Memory
Marijuana Use and Consistent Long Term Retrieval
Marijuana Use and Delayed Recall
Marijuana Use on Attention and Concentration
Marijuana Use on Information Processing Speed
Marijuana Use on Semantic Retrieval
A History of Marijuana Use and Its Future
Neurotoxicity
Imaging Studies and Marijuana
Other Concerns and Developments
Cognitive Deficits and Daily Functioning
Future Research
Conclusions
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"These studies indicate that regardless of the time spent smoking over one's lifetime, the effects of use stop after the 28th day. Cognitive functions have the ability to heal, but it is not known it they will ever return to their levels before marijuana use began. However, this cannot be completely attributed to marijuana use and there are many variables, such as age that could account for such a decline as well. The most important thing is that improvement can be made if the person remains marijuana free for at least 28 days. This research represents a major breakthrough in understanding ..."
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Marijuana, the Forbidden Medicine, 2001.
A detailed look at the uses of Marijuana.
2,065 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 7 sources, AU$ 95.95
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An in-depth look at the history and usage of medical Marijuana. The author looks at marijuana usage in different cultures for different medical conditions.
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"Marijuana is the common name for a drug comprised of the leaves and flowering tops of the Indian hemp plant, cannabis sativa, which can be smoked or eaten for unique feelings. The active ingredient of marijuana, known as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), is concentrated in the flowering tops of the Indian hemp plant. In the USA, the legality of marijuana, found to be medically useful by some, has been a controversial topic for decades (Nahas 1)."
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Marijuana on College Campuses, 2004.
An overview of the problem of marijuana use and abuse on campuses across America and the debate surrounding the decriminalization of this drug.
1,750 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 82.95
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The use of marijuana on college campuses is one of the most contentious issues facing the academic world today. Marijuana is widely used within American society, despite widespread anti-drug lobbies and prevention campaigns. This paper shows that the effects of marijuana have been said to include effects on memory, negative social effects and health effects like cancer, immune damage, and respiratory problems. Additionally, anti-marijuana groups often point to marijuana as a ?gateway? drug and note that marijuana use can potentially be dangerous while driving. The paper shows, however, in contrast, many scientists contend that marijuana is largely misunderstood and may have many positive medical uses. Given this debate, it becomes difficult to determine how marijuana use should be regulated or prevented, especially given the stunning inability of current approaches to stop the growth of marijuana use among young people. The paper shows that decriminalization of the drug is one likely candidate, coupled with stiff penalties for driving under the influence of marijuana or selling marijuana to children. The complexities of the political, social, and scientific aspects of this debate ensure that the problem of marijuana use on college campuses will not be easily solved.
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"Many scientists and drug experts argue that marijuana is a deeply misunderstood drug. In fact, Rosenthal, Kubby, and Newhart argue that marijuana is "one of the most benign substances known to man." They suggest that the current criminalization of marijuana came from needlessly worried parents and liquor and pharmaceutical companies that were worried about losing market share. They argue that most of the evidence against marijuana is either misinterpreted or false. Further, they argue that the government's anti-drug policy is driven by political and social reasoning, rather than any strong scientific evidence of the dangers of marijuana use (Rosenthal, Kubby, and Newhart). Further, Earleywine and Marlatt provide some convincing evidence that marijuana use does not impair the grade of college students who use the drugs."
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Legalizing Marijuana, 2007.
A persuasive argument for the legalization of marijuana.
1,813 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 85.95
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The paper contends that legalizing marijuana makes sense for a variety of reasons. The paper explains that economically, the country could benefit from a tax on marijuana and many areas of law enforcement would be freed up for other duties if marijuana was legalized. The paper also argues that those who want to use the drug for medicinal purposes would not break the law if marijuana were legalized. The paper looks at how marijuana use is common and legal in some other countries and maintains that this has been without any serious social consequences. The paper presents the arguments against legalization but refutes the claims mentioned.
Outline:
The Economics of Marijuana
Marijuana and the Criminal Justice System
Medicinal Marijuana
Arguments Against Legalization
Marijuana in Other Countries
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"Legalizing marijuana has created a heated debate in the United States for decades. Proponents believe marijuana is a relatively harmless drug, at least on par with alcohol, and should be decriminalized. Opponents believe marijuana is harmful, and can lead to addiction to more dangerous drugs, such as heroin and cocaine. Several other countries, including the Netherlands, have open marijuana laws that allow consumption in cafes and certain other legal locations, and the results in these countries have been positive. Legalizing marijuana is controversial, but it makes sense for a number of compelling reasons."
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Marijuana - Drug or Balm?, 2006.
A discussion whether marijuana should be declared legal for therapeutic purposes in America.
1,602 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 76.95
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The paper explains that there are negative marijuana studies which explain how marijuana enters the blood stream and acts on the brain and the nervous system. The paper explains that marijuana helps relieve certain medical conditions and cites instances in which this is the case. The writer discusses that there has been campaigning for medical marijuana to be available to those who need it, with a prescription. The writer discusses the differing opinions as to whether marijuana is addictive or not and explains that at this time, there are no conclusive results. The writer states that studies show that marijuana is experimented with by children under the age of 14. In summation, the writer states that it is not important to lay blame on the reason why marijuana is being used by young children, but rather to correct the factors that lead young people to lose themselves in the euphoric effect of hemp.
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"There are negative marijuana studies which explain how marijuana enters the blood stream and acts on the brain and the nervous system. Marijuana alters perception of reality, distorting the way the user's awareness works. It also tends to distort the sense of time, space, and even self. Of course, the argument about marijuana leading to greater dependency is still an on-going effort. It is a proven fact, however, that, even after just one use, marijuana chemicals may be found in the brain 3 to 6 weeks later and can be detected in drug screening. "In some instances it has been proved that marijuana is truly beneficial for some patients, and the government seems to be adamant about not allowing so-called "medical marijuana" to be used. In San Francisco, there were "cannabis clubs" which had also sprouted in Los Angeles, only for those (AIDS and other chemotherapy patients) for whom marijuana was the most effective easing of discomfort and pain. "To those who are convinced that marijuana can "hook" you, "Marijuana has been ranked with caffeine in addictiveness potential- considerably lower than alcohol, nicotine or cocaine." (Fortgang, p. 111)"
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Marijuana and Quality of Life, 2007.
This paper discusses the use of marijuana as it relates to the quality of life.
2,738 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 41 sources, MLA, AU$ 119.95
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In this article, the writer notes that academic literature contains an abundant amount of material on the effects of marijuana use. The writer notes that there are many areas in which researchers are in agreement, such as the connection between marijuana use and cognitive impairment. However, there are other areas that are more controversial, such as the connection between marijuana use and mental illness. The writer maintains that regardless of the side that you are on in this debate, there is a concern over the effects of marijuana use on a person's quality of life. This essay addresses literature regarding four areas affecting the quality of life. It addresses marijuana use and general well-being, interpersonal relationships, occupational activities, organizational activities, and leisure activities.
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Literature Review
The Effects Of Marijuana Use On General Well-Being
The Effects Of Marijuana Use On Interpersonal Relationships
The Effects Of Marijuana Use On Occupational Activities
The Effects Of Marijuana Use On Organizational Activities
The Effects of Marijuana Use On Leisure And Recreational Activities
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"These studies add weight to the argument that marijuana uses decreases a person's sense of general well-being. The argument is supported by single-researcher longitudinal studies with large sample population. It is also supported by studies that attempted to isolate the dependent variable and to control for confounding variables. The evidence is overwhelming. Many studies were found to support the correlation between marijuana use and the development of psychotic disorders."
"It has been argued that a person's genetics and predisposition towards psychotic behavior are more important than marijuana use. However, it was found that an analysis of 2,437 subjects with a genetic predisposition for psychotic illness, those that smoked marijuana still had an increased risk of developing psychotic illness, when compared to those that did not."
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Benefits of Ending Marijuana Prohibition, 2007.
A discussion of the advantages of ending prohibitions on marijuana use.
1,039 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 53.95
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This paper discusses the benefits of ending marijuana prohibition. The paper explains that the law regarding marijuana is ambiguous in some cases, and there are discrepancies between the federal prohibition with a minimum mandatory sentence, and the individual state laws, which allow marijuana use under some circumstances. The paper points out that America's jails are filed with nonviolent drug offenders of all types, but marijuana users are the majority. The writer believes that the end of marijuana prohibition will have to include several precautionary measures, however, in order to be acceptable. The writer then looks at how marijuana would have to be heavily taxed in order to keep the price at or above current black market prices, as this would discourage an increase in the amount of marijuana use. The writer points out that people still use marijuana, even though it's illegal and people who abuse a drug should not speak for the majority. The writer concludes that alcohol abuse is a major problem in our country, yet alcohol remains legal so, if strictly regulated, marijuana can also be enjoyed recreationally and responsibly, just like alcohol.
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"Marijuana is a psychoactive drug that alters the user's mind. It slows a person's reaction time, and impairs one's ability to drive a vehicle. Children should not use it, because it is harmful to health and there is a risk among users of a psychological and/or a physical dependence being developed. Currently, marijuana is classified as an illegal narcotic by the federal government. There are different laws, state to state, that dictate the penalties for use, distribution, sales, and possession of this illegal drug. However, it is the right of every consenting adult citizen of this country to smoke cigarettes, which are also harmful to health and cause addiction. Adults are also allowed to drink alcohol, which impairs the user to a much more dangerous degree than marijuana does. So why is marijuana illegal? "
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