Legalisation of marijuana

For centuries it has been used to relax, to help people eat better, and sometimes, to just make people feel good. Although this may not be the noblest of reasons, is it is a fact that we as independent minded citizens have an inherent right to decide for ourselves whether or not to use marijuana. Even alcohol, which has been found in all but the most antiquated forms of language, is meant to help people …

…With the millions of dollars saved on the fight over supporting an outdated law, our country can focus on society's problems that hit closer to home and develop programs that will help society prevent its members from using marijuana to escape troubles. I propose that marijuana be legalized for those who meet the age requirement and that the dangers it presents passed on to responsible parents, guardians, and citizens from which our country was founded.