Legalization of Marijuana

The Marijuana Wars The controversial topic of the legalization of marijuana has been debated in the United States for many years. Opposing sides argue whether or not the drug known as marijuana should be legalized in order to help reduce pain within patients with terminal illnesses or cancer. Individuals believe that the legalization of marijuana will only increase the chances of people using it as a pleasure drug. In articles written by marijuana activists and …

…continue to find reasons why it should not be used as a medical treatment. This battle or war may never be over, but will we ever know the real truth? The chances are society may not see marijuana legalized as a drug in this lifetime. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography** Works Cited “Real goal is legal marijuana for all; Medical use of cannabis fails to win support from doctors’ groups.” Editorial. Portland Press Herald [Blethen, ME] 30 Oct.1999: 7a