The CSUB Business Blog Abbas P. Grammy Professor of Economics agrammy@csub.edu Economic Research Center www.csub.edu/kej March 26, 2012 Economic Benefits of Marijuana Legalization Marijuana prohibition is so controversial that it has become a source of humor in comedy clubs. My favorite comic, Ahmed Ahmed, has made his case for marijuana legalization: I dated a girl for six months. She broke up with me over smoking pot. She said, “I don’t date people who do drugs; so you have to make your mind
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DWRI0093-43009 25 February 2014 Marijuana Many people believe that marijuana should be legalized in Texas. According to the NIDA, Marijuana is a substance that has become very much a part of American culture. Its use has been increasing among young people since 2007. The federal government considers marijuana to have no medicinal uses and a high risk for abuse. However, legalizing marijuana in Texas may cause more good than harm. Two states have legalized marijuana for adult recreational use, and
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Timothy Shepherd wrote an article entitled “Marijuana will destroy America (and help me out) – maybe I do support the legalization?” In this article Shepherd outlines a number of reasons that marijuana is bad for us. His main argument is that marijuana is very addictive and that one in six people who try it will become addicted to it. This claim really grabbed the writer’s attention because this claim that one in six people, or around 17 percent, who try marijuana will become addicts sounded a little high
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7/22/12 Legalize Marijuana The topic of making marijuana legal has been debated for the last several years.Marijuana has been given a bad rap because of the gangs associated with illegal drug sales. Many people would say that it is harmful and negative, but in actuality, marijuana is safer than tobacco and alcohol.There are many benefits to marijuana, which is why it should be legalized and regulated. To begin, making marijuana legal would drastically reduce the crime rate. Marijuana is the most common
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Marijuana: Dangerous Recreational Drug or Useful Medicine? Marijuana was recently studied stating that “Marijuana penalties will not help” Canada is currently trying to implement new laws to punish minor marijuana users. Marijuana has been considered a “tough-on-crime bill”. Meaning that it takes too much money from the economy, and could potentially be a major harmful factor to one’s economy. A United State’s official was quoted stating that “These policies have bankrupted state budgets as limited
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debating has been going on whether to make medical marijuana legal. Some people think that it is a “drug” but it helps thousands of people every day. Some people would not be able to function in their daily lives without medical marijuana. It helps with AIDS, migraines, cancer, insomnia, pain, glaucoma, and more. In the case of terminal illness, medical marijuana may allow patients to enjoy their last days with their loved ones. Why is it that marijuana is criminalized when alcohol and tobacco continue
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For thousands of years, the drug marijuana has been used to treat a wide variety of physical and mental disorders. Between the years of 1840 and 1900, European and American medical journalists have published over 100 papers on the use of Marijuana as a therapeutic drug. It was suggested from such this research that it seemed to be an appetite stimulant to a muscle relaxant. Marijuana is one of the most discussed and controversial topics in the U.S today. Many say it has medicinal benefits
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you think of when you hear the word marijuana? Some of you might think of a kid in high school just sitting on the couch getting high with the munchies wasting away their day , or you probably associate it with the Legendary Bob Marley. Are any of you aware of the medical benefits that the cannabis plant has? Active chemicals So let me begin with the active chemicals found in Cannabis commonly know as Marijuana. Diseases and Conditions in which Marijuana is used medicinally A. 1a Tetrahydrocannabinoid
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Marijuana Marijuana is the most widely used illegal substance in Australia, specifically by young people. Marijuana is a product of the cannabis sativa and is described as a brown, green or grey combination of dried up, shredded leaves, flowers, stems and seeds. Marijuana is usually smoked as a cigarette called a joint and has appeared in cigar wrappers called blunts, when it is often mixed with a different drug. As stated by a survey lead by Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 35% of the
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Marijuana: A Controversial Argument I think marijuana is and will always be a controversial argument. In my opinion marijuana should only be legalized for medical purposes, not for recreational use. As a civilized society we should be thinking about preventing and staying away from drugs that can harm us as individuals and society. It is proven that medical marijuana can be an option to treating tumors and cancers. Also, it is scientifically confirmed that marijuana has anti-cancer properties that
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modern holy war on drugs and more specifically, the war against marijuana. Being fought against our own citizens and citizens abroad, an international effort to eradicate cannabis production and use has undoubtedly failed leaving in its wake social unrest and political chaos. Assault, property crime, radical and economic marginalization, murder, corruption and many other undesirable things are burning through society fuelled by the marijuana war’s cold and inhumane policies. In addition to these complications
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Dangers of Marijuana Hector Arroyo 172 06-10-13 UOP The medical dangers of marijuana what it can affect for the use of it. Hidden dangers of medical marijuana can lead to and specific things marijuana can do to your body. It can be hard to remember that medical marijuana is harmful, addictive and causes affects to harm your body. You lose your edge your mind slows down and slowly forgets things that you should simply know. Most teens are smoking marijuana on a day to day base without knowing
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8 drug arrests are due to marijuana offenses, costing tax payers billions of dollars. According to the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Statistics, over a billion dollars is spent to keep marijuana users behind bars, money that could be used to cut into the growing trillion dollar deficit the U.S. has. Marijuana just like alcohol and nicotine is a psychoactive drug, a chemical substance that affects the processes of the mind and body. The use of marijuana, while still potentially harmful
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September 26, 2014 Susan Malmo Why marijuana should be passed: When you initially consider the speculation about marijuana, you ultimately consider hippies, and potheads. You imaginably at no time stop to consider that there are others out there using marijuana for actual medical apprehensions. These people use marijuana as a natural remedy to soothe their pain, nausea feelings, and pressure of eye complications. So, if you really consider all the facts of marijuana is actually an exceptional herb
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Mr Sorensen language and literature Why marijuana should be legalized Marijuana is the most popular illegal drug in the country. According to drugpolicy.org, “an average of 65 to 70 million Americans currently smoke the drug.” Ballot Measure 91, set to be voted on here in Oregon in November, legalizes personal possession of marijuana within specified limits. I feel that Measure 91 should be passed for many reasons, including, that marijuana is an effective medicine and it has the potential to
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Anti-Recreational According to dictionary.com, marijuana is “the dried leaves and female flowers of the hemp plant, used in cigarette form as a narcotic or hallucinogen.” In our world today, marijuana is a hot topic because of the health advantages that come along with it. However, with advantages, there are disadvantages. The advantages are apparent when this narcotic is being used in a medical setting, under legal protection. If marijuana were legalized for recreational use, many bad side
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anyone & everyone in this world most teens from the ages from 12 to 18 have used marijuana more than once in their life time. Some affects Marijuana have on people are laziness, getting dizzy, easier to focus Rapid, loud talking and bursts of laughter in early stages of intoxication, Increased appetite, Use or possession of paraphernalia including roach clip, packs of rolling papers, pipes or bongs. most teens smoke marijuana cause of the feeling of curiosity and thinks it improves their talents and capabilities
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Cannabis, otherwise known as, marijuana has been around for centuries; dating back to the B.C. era. Marijuana comes from the Hemp plant which was widely grown by in the 17th century for its abilities to make rope, sails, and clothing out of it. By the 19th century, marijuana started to become a popular ingredient medicinal products and were sold to public pharmacies. The use of marijuana didn’t become recreational until the after the Mexican Revolution of 1910, as many Mexican Immigrants poured into
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Legalize Marijuana Finally, after years of protests and demonstrations’ and the recent 2012 elections in Colorado, and Washington State, The people of these states have spoken and voted to make recreational marijuana use and possession legal in these states. Also people in these states are allowed to grow up to six plants for their own use. I think Marijuana has more uses and benefits to people if it were only legal across the United States. (Coffman, Neroulias) The new rules for marijuana use in
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The American Medical Association's Council on Scientific Affairs should be commended for its report, "Marijuana: Its Health Hazards and very dangerous." Not only does the report outline evidence of marijuana's potential harms, but it distinguishes this concern from the legitimate issue of marijuana's important medical benefits. All too often the hysteria that attends public debate over marijuana's social abuse compromises a clear appreciation for this critical distinction. IN 1978, 32 states
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The legalization of marijuana is a popular topic in America right now, but it is my personal opinion that the cons do indeed outweigh the pros. The issue with the legalization of marijuana is that simply put, marijuana is not harmless. It does negatively affect the brain and certainly distorts a driver’s perception which could inevitably result in an increase of vehicle accidents. If it was legalized, usage would of course increase tremendously and it would become increasingly more accessible
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collective familiarity with marijuana. Many think of it as a safe and fun rite of passage. When used recreationally and responsibly, it actually can be an excellent alternative to alcohol. Research has shown that 42% of Americans have smoked marijuana at least once (Time). Culturally, we possess an increasingly blasé attitude towards cannabis use. Every year, states adopt new laws legalizing its use to some degree. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, “Marijuana is the most common illicit
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Samantha Pettey February 18, 2013 Medical Marijuana The opinion of Marijuana during the 70’s was much more definitive than it is today. Approval of Marijuana by 27 states, new medical studies, and its consequences on those convicted from use of the most common illicit drug in the world, is forcing the United States of America to rethink its stance on the matter. In general, the underlying argument about Marijuana in this country is: should Marijuana continue to be prohibited to citizens based
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Marijuana Laws are meant to keep society safe by forcing people to be accountable for their actions. While many laws are appropriately and effectively serving their purposes, unfortunately there are some laws that are not. No single rule, regulation, or law should not be set in stone since societal values and needs can change over time. The laws that are expected to run smoothly and be effective must reflect such changes. Canada’s marijuana laws were enacted with the intentions to benefit society
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as all societies declare their own idea of the real world (Erich Goode Marijuana and the Politics of Reality pg. 83). Marijuana, also known as cannabis sativa has been falsely criticized since the beginning of the century. The legalization of marijuana is a controversial subject; however, there are many positive arguments to support the idea. First of all, it is expensive to keep marijuana illegal. Also marijuana has been proven to be less likely to create crime, it can be used as a medicine
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05 June 2014 Marijuana: Why It Should Be Legalized Do you really think Marijuana should be legal for such a long time? In my opinion, I think marijuana should be legalized already. Not only for medical uses but for recreational uses too. Marijuana should be legalized for various reasons, in today’s society it is the most common drug to partake in. If we were to sell Marijuana behind counters, the profits of selling it would boost the American economy, not only that but marijuana isn’t a harmful drug
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people but yet is still legal? While marijuana causes less deaths and cures different types of medical problems but is illegal ? It just doesnt make sense. The legalization of marijuana would help our community, it would keep many of people out of jail then the police could actually start arresting the real criminals instead of the people caught with small amounts of marijuana on them. Also it is safer for you than plenty of legal drugs. The legalization of marijuana has been in discussion for many of
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Marijuana The Question Up in Smoke The issue of legalizing marijuana is a heated topic of debate. With more citizens using the drug and more money being invested to enforce the laws on marijuana this argument is exploding. Marijuana use has traditionally been frowned upon but with new scientific studies the benefits of the drug can hardly be ignored anymore. Should the U.S. government take the initiative and legalize cannabis or should it still be a denounced part of society unrecognized and
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December 2012 Marijuana also known as weed and cannabis has been used as a recreational, ceremonial and therapeutic substance throughout history. Many people do not know that it was not the effect of marijuana that originally started its banning. It was actually originally the work of the cotton industry who put big money behind illegalization for the plant's mind altering effects. This is why it is important to be educated on the effects of marijuana use and its history. Since marijuana first became
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Marijuana Marijuana is one of the most discussed and debatable topics in the U.S today. Many say that it has medicinal benefits and should be made legal. While many say that it has a “high potential for abuse” (Medically) and should remain illegal. With the arguments, allies for medical marijuana have offered a stronger argument for legalization through their use of research and evidence. Marijuana is not addictive: A large majority of people who have smoked pot (marijuana) tend to only do it
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