Americans seem to be in favor of marijuana legalization for the first time since polling began on the issue.

A recent Gallup poll found that 58 percent of Americans favored legalizing the drug, a 32 percent increase in support since 2009.

Student Advocates for Medical and Recreational Cannabis President Ian Elliot said he was not shocked by these figures.

"As more people find more uses for marijuana, more people know about it and it becomes more acceptable," said the Cheboygan freshman.

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