History and todays effects of Marijuana

• In a well-researched essay, select a drug (e.g., alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, prescription drugs, caffeine, cocaine, heroin, etc.) for examination.
o In the introduction, explain why you selected this particular drug and provide a short, general history/background about the drug and its influence throughout human history.
o Next, explain its introduction to and use in the United States.
 Is the drug banned or accepted in the U.S.?
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 Identify at least one country’s policy which is the opposite of the U.S.
 What is/are the justifications (rational or logic) for this situation in the U.S?
 Be specific; personal opinion is insufficient.
o Today, what is the status of the drug in the United States?
 Have there been changes; why or why not?
 What are some consequences (e.g., financial, individual/group consequences, etc.) of changes or lack of changes in drug policy?
o Summary: Sociologically, is drug use deviant? [Trick question???]
 Support your point of view.

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