Marijuana Control

this is another way the article makes the dominant message clear (Kirkup). This article has a positive look on the legalization of marijuana as it discusses how prepared Canada will be, the resources Justin Trudeau has and how it will be a “landmark change for Canada” (Kirkup). The articles includes a broad plan that the government will take, “We will remove marijuana consumption and incidental possession from the Criminal Code and create new, stronger laws to punish those who provides to…

In the argumentative essay “Drugs: Case for Legalizing Marijuana”, Vidal explains how to stop most drug addictions by simply making all drugs available while selling them at government cost. Legalization of marijuana could bring impairment to the people who choose to use it. While driving under the influence, collisions are more prone to happen. However, marijuana in America should be legalized because marijuana will create more job opportunities and money for the state, be used for medical…

Marijuana and the Effects Marijuana is a commonly used drug in America (Downes 1). Its use has been around for a long time now. Recent results from research on the use of marijuana indicate that its use by young people increases by almost ten percent per year (Philip 1). These results coincide with the positive attitude by youths towards the effects and risks of consuming marijuana (Lane 2). The marijuana tree grows in many parts of the world. The Cannabis Sativa is the plant, which produces…

Marijuana has been quickly gaining favor in the United States, and many citizens are pushing for its legalization for recreational use. States like Colorado, Washington, Alaska, and The District of Colombia have already legalized it and it is time for North Carolina to do the same. Though the War on Drugs has been in effect for the past 40 years, it is time for Marijuana to no longer be considered an illegal substance. Never the less, it should still be a controlled substance subject to…

attitudes of Americans towards marijuana (also known as pot or weed) have varied significantly from the time its use was illegalized in the 1930s to this day. Public opinion demand for the legalization of marijuana has steadily been rising since 1990, something that is greatly attributed to the media which played a huge role in liberating the masses. It’s generally accepted that the media knowingly shaped the attitudes of the general public towards marijuana as well as the marijuana laws. Many…

most citizens throughout California voted yes on Proposition 64, which legalized recreational marijuana for adults over 21 years of age. However, I voted no to legalize recreational marijuana. This was due to my values and faith, but most importantly for the simple reason that, it will negatively impact law enforcement agencies, as well as, communities. Secondly, studies have indicated that using marijuana on a regular basis can affect a person both mentally and physically. Nevertheless, the…

Legalization of Marijuana Johnny Smoke asked his mom to pass the ketchup as he applied a final squirt to his hamburger bun before rushing out of the house to attend baseball practice. While finishing his final bite he grabbed his baseball gear and walked toward the front door to leave. His mom yelled, “Johnny don’t forget your greens.” His friend was waiting for him at the door and thought Johnny forgot to eat his broccoli. His friend was puzzled when he saw Mrs. Smoke toss a bag containing what…

Agenda Setting- Identify the problem Marijuana legalization is a controversial topic that is at the center of a serious debate. If legalized in California, California will become one of five states to legalize marijuana for recreational use in addition to Colorado, Oregon, Alaska and Washington for adults 21 and older. The war on drugs started back in 1986 under the Reagan administration that implied a mandatory sentence for repeat offenders under the “three strike” act leading to life…

Marijuana is a very controversial topic. In the community, you can find several different opinions on marijuana. Some people believe marijuana must be legalized for the greater good of society, some people believe the United States should legalize marijuana solely for medical usage, some believe it is only good when we use marijuana as an edible or break it down for its main chemical which is THC, some believe there should be a no tolerance law set in place restricting the use of any forms of…

Marijuana has been a controversial subject for years, not only to those who use it medicinally, but to those who do not use it at all. However, marijuana is not as bad of a drug as most people may think; those who use it talk of its major benefits when it comes to chronic pain or illnesses such as depression and anxiety. But the concern when it comes to marijuana is whether or not the United States government should make it legal for the general public, or just legal to those who use it…