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Legalization of Cannabis
War, sickness, and other devastations are present in today’s society and many people in todays over all population are unaware that a plant is a major factor in such occurrences. Instead of trying to make a lie true to benefit corrupt individuals in the government, we the people should take matters into our own hands and see that cannabis has far more beneficial aspects to legaalizing cannabis than destructive ones to contribute to and better todays world. It seems preposterous that stems, seeds, leaves, and buds can have this big of an impact on the modern world. More individuals are surprised to be informed that marijuana has been in humanity for years.

· 2737 B.C.- Emperor Shen Neng of China referred to Cannabis as a “superior” herb in the worlds first medical text
· 1400 B.C.- the Hindus in India mentioned as “sacred grass” and is one of the first most sacred plants in religion.
· 450 B.C.- Cannabis is consumed by Scythians and Thracians and fine linens are made from hemp.
· 100 B.C.- Chinese make paper for hemp.
· 1150 A.D.- Europe’s first paper mill is started from the use of hemp.
· 1379 A.D.- The prohibition of cannabis consumption amongst the poor is given by Emir Soudon Sheikoundi of Joneima,
· 1563 A.D.- Queen Elizabeth of England declares that owners with more than 60 acres of land must grow hemp.
· 1776 A.D.- The U.S. declaration of independence is drafted on hemp paper.
· 1895 A.D.- the name “Marijuana” is introduced by Sohora Mexico by Pancho Villa’s supporters.
· 1910 A.D.- African Americans use “Reefer” in New Orleans jazz clubs, said to be influencing white people.
· 1912 A.D.- Victor Rolson writes, “Essay on Hasheesh” and possibilities of putting control on cannabis use are first raised.
· 1929 A.D.- As a part of a move to oust Mexican immigrants, the Southwest makes cannabis illegal.
· 1930 A.D.- 1,200 hash bars in New York City. Racism towards Mexicans, Asians, and African Americans lead the cry for cannabis to be outlawed.
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