Government would get more money because the drugs would be taxed. Medical uses because it would calm patients down. Schools because it helps people focus more in school. Jobs, because with production of legal drugs you would be able to hire more people since it is legal. We think drugs should be legalized because of the benefits of the medical usage, government benefits, being able to take crime off the streets, and the benefits to schooling.
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