oliticians who are against the legalization of recreational or medical marijuana sometimes argue that these measures should be prohibited, or in some states reversed, because Cannabis use increases the level of violence in society. However, the reality is that studies on this subject have yielded mixed findings, which tend to contradict anti-Cannabis claims. While experiences using Cannabis are subjective and varied, most people report feelings of increased relaxation, tranquility, contentment, and drowsiness – qualities that aren’t normally conducive to aggression.
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Cannabis opponents often claim that marijuana increases violence and aggression, notably U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions, who in February 2017 told officials from the Department of Justice, “I don’t think America is going to be a better place when people of all ages, and particularly young people, are smoking pot. I believe it’s an unhealthy practice, and current levels of THC in marijuana are very high compared to what they were a few years ago, and we’re seeing real violence around that.”
He added, “Experts are telling me there’s more violence around marijuana than one would think and there’s big money involved,” explaining,
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