Marijuana: How Far is too Far?

Sajel Lala Mrs. Caloutas Sophomore English 7 January 2003 How Far is Too Far? Addictions to narcotics such as cocaine, ecstasy, methamphetamine, and heroin are more than 104 times more likely to surface with the use of marijuana than without. Marijuana is a "gateway drug" to many other substances that children and adults alike are using with growing frequency. Marijuana is the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States today. Formerly used for medical purposes in …

…the 'gateway' to tobacco and other products brings over 535,000 estimated deaths a year. Without as much marijuana usage in the country today, there would be a much less popularity for illegal drug scandals and exploits on the black market. Unfortunately, the majority of the populace already takes part in these scheming practices to provide an end to troubling days and tensions in everyday life. In reality, all marijuana does is lead to an early death.