http://www.cnn.com/2015/02/25/politics/republicans-dc-pot-legalization/index.html
On Thursday, a measure approved by D.C. voters in November allowing Washington residents to possess up to two ounces of pot would take effect..The allowance applies only to those over 21. In addition, D.C. residents could grow up to six pot plants in their own yards. Buying and selling pot would still be illegal, as would smoking in public places. But people could transfer up to one ounce to another person -- just not for money. "If you decide to move forward tomorrow with the legalization of marijuana in the District, you will be doing so in knowing and willful violation of the law," Chaffetz and Meadows wrote.
This article is related to US Government and Politics because the legalizing of marijuana has recently become a very controversial topic in our nation. Many people have conflicting opinions of how things should be dealt with it. Members of congress have been debating over this topic for a while.
In my opinion, I think marijuana should be legalized but only up to a certain extent. I think the use of medical marijuana is perfectly appropriate. Also, it has been proven that marijuana has no drastic effect on a persons health. There should be limits on how much a person can have in their possession and people should not be able to buy/sell with each other.
I 100% agree with you that marijuana should be legalized. I also think that there should be some rules with it such as age and how much you can have to make sure it doesn't get out of hand.
ReplyDeleteAnna, I completely agree with you. Marijuana should be legalized. However, I do think it should have major restrictions on the people who are eligible to purchase it - to prevent any abuse of its use.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you, Anna. I think that marijuana should be legalized with restrictions as well. This will ensure public safety and keep the drug regulated properly.
ReplyDeleteI agree with your opinion that marijuana should be legalized and that there should be limits on the amount people can have in their possession. I think it will be interesting to see how the legal issues with the 'no buying/selling' rule will play out.
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