Why Should Cannabis Be Legalized Nationally; There are several reasons why cannabis should be legalized nationally. First and foremost, legalization would help to reduce the number of people who are incarcerated for nonviolent drug offenses. Currently, a large percentage of individuals who are in jail or prison are there for drug-related crimes, many of which involve marijuana. By legalizing cannabis, we can redirect law enforcement resources towards more pressing issues and reduce the burden on our criminal justice system.

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