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Marijuana gained prominence again throughout the 1960s, as many young people experimented with the drug, which they considered to be harmless. Marijuana became associated with the Beat generation, hippies, youthful students, anti-war activists, and others living alternative lifestyles. In 1970, President Richard Nixon signed into the law the Controlled Substances Act. This would repeal the previous Marijuana Tax Act. It classified drugs on five different

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In recent years, some companies have promoted CBD, or cannabidiol, as a product that could provide some health benefits. CBD is a non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis plants that many people believe offers some health benefits. The benefits of CBD may include relief from depression and anxiety. However, unlike marijuana, CBD does not produce any sort of euphoric feelings, or “high.” Additionally, CBD does not exhibit any potential for abuse or dependence. Although CBD can be derived from marijuana, the compound is also found in the hemp plant, which is related to marijuana. Since passage of the 2018 Farm Act, hemp has not been a federally regulated substance, making it a good source for legal CBD. A variety of

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Contemporary Issues: Legalizing Marijuana