The Philosophy in the Legalization of Drugs There are many controversial topics being debated about in the United States. One topic most often debated about is the legalization of drugs. Of course people have their own beliefs and opinions on the subject‚ but are the arguments discussed about actually valid? Is there enough evidence supporting the premises they claim? These are questions we should ask when observing the arguments people are presenting to defend their beliefs. I believe
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as “Same-sex marriage”‚ is marriage between two persons of the same biological sex and/or gender identity. Legal recognition of same-sex marriage is sometimes referred to as marriage equality or equal marriage‚ particularly by supporters. The legalization of Gay marriage have been the most argued issue all around the nation lately. From my point of view‚ this is a very easy question and it is not necessary to argue about it that much: Gay marriage should definitely be legalized. Let me ask a question:
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proquest.com/MusePath/abidateline/docview/912434968/abstract?source=fedsrch&accountid=35996 (PR Newswire‚ 2011) Smith‚ D. (2012‚ August 08). Medical Marijuana: 10 Health Benefits That Legitimize Legalization. Retrieved from http://www.ibtimes.com/print/‘medical’-marijuana-10-health-benefits-legitimize-legalization-742456 (Smith‚ 2012)
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my prediction on this situation. Legalization of marijuana is highly heated and controversial issue that we have in this world today. Data shows that fifty five percent of American believe that marijuana should continue to be illegal‚ while forty five percent of American believe that marijuana should be legal in the United States. When marijuana is legal‚ two million to ten million dollars of tax payer’s money on law enforcement would be saved. Legalization of marijuana would reduce amount of
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Legalizing Euthanasia: If you love them‚ let them go The legalization of euthanasia or “mercy killing” to end suffering painlessly‚ has been one of the favourite topics for heated discussions in many countries around the word especially in India. Many terminally-ill patients do not have a possibility to recover‚ but the strict and stringent laws do not allow doctors to help them in ending their lives. In this paper‚ I will argue why euthanasia should be legalized in India. Not much light had been
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The Gateway to Marijuana Legalization As the subject of many debates‚ the legalization of marijuana in the U.S. has sparked many controversial conversations ranging from the effect on learning to the medicinal uses of the plant. To finally put an end to this argument‚ Cannabis Sativa should absolutely be legalized‚ taxed‚ and definitely used for medicinal purposes. The laws today are immoral and are a waste of time‚ money and resources. Thinking within a utilitarian mindset‚ the ideals behind
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Cannabis Legalization Despite over seventy years of criminal prohibition‚ cannabis‚ also known as marijuana‚ has become very popular among Americans. Studies show that over 102 million Americans (41 percent of the U.S.) have used the substance in their lifetime (Drehle). Cannabis contains anti-inflammatory‚ anti-oxidant‚ and anti-cancer compounds. These are all compounds that fight off disease within the body (7). It has been proven that marijuana has many positive affects on human health. If
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Research Paper: Pro Legalization of the death penalty “In 1985‚ 13-year-old Karen Patterson was shot to death in her bed in North Charleston‚ S.C. Her killer was a neighbor who had already served 10 years of a life sentence for murdering his half-brother Charles in 1970. Joe Atkins cut the Pattersons’ phone lines‚ then entered bearing a machete‚ a sawed-off shotgun‚ and a pistol. Karen’s parents were chased out of their home by Atkins. Karen’s mom ran to the Atkins home nearby‚ where Joe then
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donor has the ability to last a lifetime‚ while that of a deceased organ may only last a decade (93). In MacKay’s article with the use of statistical information‚ and an emotional appeal she creates a strong argument to persuade readers that the legalization of Organ Sales will save countless lives. One form of evidence which MacKay uses to support her point is the targeting of her audiences emotions (pathos). An example of this type of evidence can be seen when MacKay states that patients are waiting
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quite possibly the finest of intoxicants. It has been scientifically proven‚ for decades‚ to be much less harmful to the body than alcohol when used on a regular basis.” These words were spoken by Nick Offerman. There is much controversy on the legalization of marijuana‚ but it should be nationwide. Marijuana should be legalized in all 50 states because of its medical effects‚ low harm compared to legal substances‚ and would allow the government more money. Clearly‚ marijuana is less harmful than
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