Marijuana Within the Federal System Forrest Sakkinen POL 201: American National Government Ashford University David Hall Nov. 12, 2018

Marijuana Within the Federal System While Medical Marijuana has been proven through research to have medical value it also has economic benefits. Marijuana is still illegal within the federal system. The federal government treats marijuana just like every other controlled substance, such as cocaine and heroin. The federal government views marijuana as highly addictive and having no medical value. Thirty-three states along with the District of Columbia have recognized marijuanas medical value and have either passed laws or adopted initiative for legalization. So why is Marijuana still considered illegal under federal law? The federal...