Legalizing marijuana would be a benefit to the country. Prescription drugs kill over 32,000 people every year and cannabis has never directly killed anyone. Marijuana has medical value and treats symptoms of many serious illnesses such as AIDS, glaucoma, and prevents cancer growth. It aids in relieving stress, anxiety, and is a pain reliever. Marijuana is not a harmful drug and is much safer than alcohol or tobacco. Marijuanas active ingredient is less harmful than tobacco.



