Although I do not know whether it is an intelligent decision or not to legalize marijuana, I do feel that the opinion to have marijuana remain illegal should not be justified on the basis that it is addictive or the effects that it has on any other aspect of the human body. I say this due to the fact that there are countless numbers of items on the market, to which the average American citizen consumes or uses, that also contribute to depression, anxiety, loss of motor skills, increased heart rate etc. We as human beings accept these effects because we are told by propaganda and the media that a particular item will cure a sickness, enhance sexual performance, increase physical endurance, allow you to be more socially accepted by your peers, and more, Or maybe it's just to relax after a hard days work.

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