This piece is a 6-page, 6-sourced analysis of the arguments concerning the legalization of marijuana for medicinal purposes. This is not a position paper; the author presents both sides of the issue, starting with the case against, then shifting to the case for partial legalization. For both arguments, the author cites statistics and summarizes the overriding logic. The only analytical work in the piece is at the conclusion, where the author, after presenting both sides, suggests that the government needs to conduct more research into the issue so that the facts can be considered. 6 pgs. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
