

Decriminalize Marijuana in All 50 States
The Issue
Why we need to legalize Marijuana:
1. People want to and it won't kill you
Two-thirds of Americans support the legalization of marijuana and it is proven to be less harmful than alcohol.
2. Making marijuana illegal was rooted in racism
Marijuana laws were first created due to fear of immigration from Mexico.
3. Keeping marijuana illegal helps racists be racist
According to the ACLU, Black Americans are nearly 4x as likely to be arrested for marijuana than White Americans, despite similar usage rates.
4. Keeping marijuana illegal hurts the economy
It's harder for Americans with criminal records to find a job and get an education.
5. It would save and make money
Legalizing Marijuana in the United States would save nearly $14 billion. By taxing marijuana the same way we do cigarettes and alcohol, local governments could bring in about $6 billion a year.

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The Issue
Why we need to legalize Marijuana:
1. People want to and it won't kill you
Two-thirds of Americans support the legalization of marijuana and it is proven to be less harmful than alcohol.
2. Making marijuana illegal was rooted in racism
Marijuana laws were first created due to fear of immigration from Mexico.
3. Keeping marijuana illegal helps racists be racist
According to the ACLU, Black Americans are nearly 4x as likely to be arrested for marijuana than White Americans, despite similar usage rates.
4. Keeping marijuana illegal hurts the economy
It's harder for Americans with criminal records to find a job and get an education.
5. It would save and make money
Legalizing Marijuana in the United States would save nearly $14 billion. By taxing marijuana the same way we do cigarettes and alcohol, local governments could bring in about $6 billion a year.

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Petition created on June 28, 2020


