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The Growing Trend of Marijuana Legalization in the U.S.

 
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As more and more states legalize marijuana, the debate continues.

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Marijuana legalization has become a hot topic in the United States in recent years, with more and more states legalizing either medical or recreational marijuana. A bipartisan pair of Pennsylvania senators announced on Friday that they will soon file a bill to legalize marijuana in the Commonwealth. This announcement comes as Delaware becomes the 22nd state to legalize adult-use cannabis, joining a growing list of states that have legalize weed. However, like many others that legalize marijuana, it will take a while before consumers can legally purchase it.

As states continue to legalize marijuana, it is “crucial” that cannabis products are regulated, a top federal health official says. According to the official, regulation is necessary to ensure that products are safe and that there are no harmful additives or pesticides in the marijuana. This is particularly important for medical marijuana patients who rely on the drug to manage their symptoms.

A bill making Minnesota the 23rd state to legalize recreational marijuana is on its way to the Governor's desk to be signed into law. Minnesota is on the brink of legalizing adult-use cannabis following the House's final floor vote on legislation May 18—just four days ago. If the bill is signed into law, it will allow adults over the age of 21 to possess and use marijuana for recreational purposes.

The Senate signed off on a bill to legalize cannabis for adults 21 and older starting this summer. The bill includes provisions for expunging prior convictions for marijuana possess and use, as well as measures to ensure that communities disproportionately affected by the war on drugs benefit from the new industry. However, opponents of the bill argue that it does not go far enough in addressing the harms caused by the war on drugs.

Earlier this week, the New York Times published an op-ed declaring the legalization of marijuana was a big mistake. The op-ed argues that legalization has led to an increase in marijuana-related hospitalizations and that it has not reduced racial disparities in marijuana arrests. However, supporters of legalization argue that these concerns can be addressed through better regulation and education.

Of all the ways to win a culture war, the smoothest is to just make the other side seem hopelessly uncool. So it's been with the march of marijuana legalization across the United States. As more and more states legalize marijuana, it has become increasingly mainstream and less stigmatized. However, opponents of legalization argue that it sends the wrong message to young people and that it could lead to increased drug use.

In a major shift, Gov. Chris Sununu is offering a path forward to legalizing recreational marijuana in New Hampshire and said it could generate $100 million in annual revenue. Sununu's proposal would allow adults over the age of 21 to possess and use marijuana for recreational purposes, as well as create a regulatory framework for the new industry. However, opponents of the proposal argue that it does not go far enough in addressing the harms caused by the war on drugs.

In conclusion, the trend of marijuana legalization is on the rise in the United States. While there are still opponents of the movement, more and more states are legalizing marijuana for either medical or recreational use. As the debate continues, it is important that regulators ensure that cannabis products are safe and that the industry benefit all communities, particularly those that have been disproportionately affected by the war on drugs.

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