Just Say Yes

Just Say Yes. Marijuana, scientifically called cannabis sativa, was mentioned in historical manuscripts as early as 2700 B. C. in China. (Grolier Electronic Encyclopedia, 1995). The cultivation of the marijuana plant began as far back as the Jamestown settlers, around 1611, who used hemp produced from the marijuana plant's fibers to make rope and canvas. It was also used in making clothing because of its durability. These uses fit in with the social climate of the time, because …

…will be caused by the legalizing marijuana. If we take into account, the fact that some of the problems brought forth by the prohibition of marijuana will be eliminated by legalizing, and also the numbers of benefits that will be a result of legalizing marijuana, we will ultimately conclude that taking the “crime” out of marijuana is a good gamble. Besides, this will not be the first this country has gambled over a prohibition law.