MARIJUANA: PROS AND CONS

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I can see how some people would think that marijuana is beneficial for cancer patients and terminally ill people. It is hard for me to get past the fact that people’s lives have been taken away in car accidents due to the use of marijuana, but I think there are certain circumstances where the drug could be helpful rather than hurtful. There are always two sides. I do not condone the use of drugs, but in the case of marijuana I think it is a harmless drug in comparison to cocaine, heroin, meth, and opioids. I also have seen the drug used as a recreation but in a harmless way. I know that there are plenty of people who use the drug and maintain a job, family, and relationships. I can see how people argue that the drug is harmless, and even though I do not condone the use of marijuana, I will also never condemn anyone for the use of it. Majority of people who use the drug get through life without any major issues related to the use of the drug and can maintain a healthy and normal life. It does have its health benefits for those who are going through chemotherapy and radiation because it increases their appetite and helps to relieve some of the stress and pain related to the illnesses. I am not opposed to the idea of making it legal for medical situations. 

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This is a touchy subject because some people feel very strong about their opinions. I feel that regardless of whom you are or what you may think your views are yours and they should be kept that way unless if I was smoking in your presence and offended you then I could understand the fact that there is certainly a time and a place for smoking pot. At the same time I would hope to get the same respect in return, if I was outside by myself smoking and you happened to come outside and chose to stand right next to me and start complaining about my refer smoke I would remind you that there is a lot of open space and you should probably find a new place to stand. My logic may seem rough and I know that by smoking pot I put a big target on my back but I honestly feel as if pot makes the world or at least my world a better place mainly because I block out a lot of nonsense and focus on my situation. I know in order to keep my lifestyle flowing the way it is I need to be cautious of the ones that speak bad on Marijuana and take there perception of the drug into consideration and put thought into why they may feel that way so I can have an understanding of how they feel. So all I ask for is the same respect.