One could argue many points for ,and against the legalization of marijuana. While one could make a good argument for ,and against the legalization of this drug Lynn Streeter attempted to do just that in her essay “Legalize It”. While her argument had a good foundation it was lacking in many ways. She lacked supporting evidence in what she had written, ad did not share many of her sources. She had to many different subject in he argument. She failed to explain many of her statements. Her essay was
and economic opportunities in the formal economy instead of the illicit market (“Marijuana Legalization and Regulation” Why Should We Legalize? ).” In addition to making the economy stronger, it would also help the American
This paper will explore published articles that explain why we should or should not legalize marijuana. Each article has their own views or research to support why or why not we should legalize marijuana. This paper will examine the different views on how we portray marijuana. Some would say it should be illegal while other states are beginning to legalize the use of marijuana. Depending on the state you reside in depends on the laws that are associated with marijuana. Some of the research that has
Ernest Greenwood once said, “Accidents and particularly street and highway accidents, do not happen- they are caused.” Car accidents in the world are increasing every day and hundreds of people die in car accidents every week because of it. In fact, it is one of the leading causes of death among teenagers. Car accidents occur mostly due to negligent and reckless drivers on the road and they often don’t realize the consequences of their actions until it is too late. The consequences may not be the
A few years ago, one of my family members got into a car accident by not paying attention because a truck hit him, and he had no idea. He went right through his windshield and couldn’t be saved. Many people get killed from car accidents all the time and that should not be happening. Car accidents can happen to anyone and cannot be planned. Driverless cars will be an appropriate fit to our future because driverless cars are much safer than regular cars, they are easier to use, and they can help save
tend to play to the masses to get the electoral vote. In the case of medical marijuana, the Democratic Party has primarily always been against the legalization. The Republican Party generally supports the legalization. During the 2016 elections there are have been a multiple statements mention by the presidential candidates in regards to the legalization of marijuana. President-elect, Donald Trump has made his statements supporting the war on drugs. Stating, “We’re losing badly the war on drugs. You
There are thirty million Americans that have smoked marijuana in the past year. Sixty eight percent of Americans live in states that are working are trying to reform their laws (2016 Marijuana Policy Reform Legislation). Legalizing marijuana is becoming the number one phenome in America. There are multiple reasons on why it should be legalized but with all the pros comes the cons. By legalizing marijuana America can provide more jobs, and lower the crime rate tremendously. In my opinion marijuana
topics in the United States, the legalization of drugs is one of the most largely debated in the United States. The common argument of this debate is whether drugs should be legalized or kept illegal. Within this debate, some writers agree that there is a potential profit from taxation, how the war on drugs has been a failure, but disagree on that the legalization of drugs would create a safer country. The first point of agreement among those who agree about legalization of drugs is that there is a large
The legalization of marijuana has been a hot topic of discussion in America for years now. Both sides of the debate have been fighting feverishly to win over the other side. While most people would like to be bias and say that only the local pot dealer and their customers are advocating the legalization of this natural plant, they would indeed be very wrong. Marijuana is supported by its users, as well as; medical professionals, agricultural engineers, and food and science experts. It has also created
The legalization of marijuana (cannabis) has been the topic of much debate over the past couple of years. Although these debates have been present for decades, the relevancy of the arguments have skyrocketed with recent changes to marijuana’s legalization status. For example, California passed a proposition to legalize medical marijuana in 1996. 22 states have done the same, with others seemingly close behind. More recently, pot pushers have legalized recreational marijuana in select states (Martin
The proponent party of the legalization of prostitution may argue that in doing so, there would be a significant improvement in public health, reduced crime rate, increasing tax revenues, help in no longer having street prostitution, an institutionalization of mankind’s oldest profession
that have medical conditions, for example, cancer, seizures, and eating disorders, or to help get rid of their addictions, for example, drinking, smoking cigarettes and getting off some hard drugs. This brings me to this question, will marijuana legalization enhance or undermine our society? It already has enhanced our society because
First name Last name Instructor’s Name Course Number Date The Legalization of Prostitution in America Prostitution is considered to be “the oldest profession”, and it is undeniable that it has always existed and will exist. However, in most communities prostitution is not only illegal, but also viewed as “immoral” profession. But this does not mean that there are no politicians and ordinary citizens in America, who claim that prostitution should be legal, or at least decriminalized. Actually, some
If all drugs were legalized, then there would be disastrous consequences, but the legalization of marijuana would be useful. Most drugs have negative effects on people and are known for destroying lives. But, marijuana does not show the negative effects that other illegal drugs have. Cigarettes and other tobacco are legal products known for causing a variety of illness, such as multiple different types of cancer. Alcohol also causes known issues, for instance liver cancer is caused by excessive
The paper focuses on the recent issue of marijuana legalization in Canada. The paper represents Marx and Durkheim view of sociological perspective regarding why marijuana might be legal or not legal in Canada and describes the legal consciousness about the use and role of law in legalizing marijuana. The paper represents the peoples’ reaction to this change of law and its benefits to the Canadian economic system. From time to time, the law has been modified and recreated in our society due to social
cannabis comes from keeping it illegal and this is proving to be a huge waste of money. David Shaft also stated that the government can stand to save a humungous amount of $7.7 Billion annually on law enforcement cost. This further proves that the legalization of Marijuana is beneficial not just to individuals of the world, but also the government that governs over
On the topic of the “Legalization of Marijuana”, Marc Victor and Bill Montgomery presented a convoluted analysis. Based on an analysis of argument fallacies, Victor lost the debate by falling victim to false analogies, hasty generalizations, false dilemmas, and non-sequiturs. Victor’s unknowing use of argument fallacies underscored his credibility as an expert in the field, made him appear to be uneducated on the topic, and brought greater attention to the fact that his debate lacked substance. He
The drugs legalization, and its influence on economy Introduction The war on drugs has been an endless fight, the best example that we know is probably is the U.S.A, where it has created overcrowding in prisons and a violent drug war between Mexican cartels, American gangs and the police, with a terrific result of approximately 70’000 people killed between 2006 and 2010, the majority not working for the drug trafficking. Economically speaking, the illegal drugs market makes up 1% of global
addicted to drugs, they are public figures, their behavior is widely attention, if they are taking drugs, this can cause a lot of adverse effects. Some people think education and imprisonment does not reduce the use of drugs, so they suggest the legalization of drugs. I don't agree with this view. Now there are many new drugs, the medicinal properties of these drugs may be lower than the previous drug, but still great harm to human body. More teenagers try drugs, for the development of society and
child will suffer from your decision to smoke illegal marijuana? The child above is the result of a marijuana smoking mother. According to Medical Observer marijuana doubles the risk of preterm birth if smoked before or during a Marijuana legalization 3 pregnancy (Medical Observer, 2010 ). This child suffered because the choices his own mother made. If marijuana is legalized it is going to be some much easier for mothers to access; then unfortunately we will have more babies like the above.