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Weed The People: Evolving Attitudes About Marijuana

Friday 11.11.2011 , Posted by
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Times they are a changing. With record numbers of Americans supporting the legalization of marijuana, and many states allowing the use of the plant for medical purposes, it seems as if the tide of opinion in the nation may be poised for drastic change. This graphic, created in a collaboration between GOOD and Column Five, looks at where people stand on the issue, narrowing the focus to demographics such as age and political standing. The graphic also looks at the current legal policy for each state regarding medical marijuana. What do you think this means for future legislation?

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Benjamin Starr

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Known in some circles as the most amazing man in the universe, he once saved an entire family of muskrats from a sinking, fire engulfed steamboat while recovering from two broken arms relating to a botched no-chute wingsuit landing in North Korea. When not impressing people with his humbling humility, he can be found freelance writing, finding shiny objects on the internet, enjoying the company of much-appreciated friends and living out his nomadic nature. He is Managing Editor of Visual News. Follow his movements on Twitter:

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