The true beginning of the crusade against Marijuana began back in 1906 in the District of Columbia. Here laws were passed that began restricting the use and distribution of Marijuana and Hemp. States began to follow in D.C.’s footsteps with laws being passed in the 1910s and 1920s. The early laws however went unnoticed by most of the general public. It wasn’t until Harry J Anslinger began his personal vendetta against the drug that the nation began to take notice in the 1930s. While laws and restrictions were in effect, the nation as a whole didn’t stand behind them until Franklin D Roosevelt stood behind Anslinger and his decisions concerning the propaganda about Marijuana.

The final stage for THC within the states with 1937 when a law was passed that banned Hemp and Cannabis from within the country borders, making it from that day forward an illegal substance. The fight to legalize marijuana and repeal these laws has been ongoing for decades now.  And despite our best efforts, it looks like it’ll keep going for quite a few decades to come. Though it is nice to know that we have made some strides in the medical field, concerning THC and it’s medicinal uses.

The effects of Marijuana are widespread, depending on a large number of factors. The cannabis in question can come in many different forms and potencies. The more potent the Marijuana (or the higher level of THC in the sample) the more effect there will be on the human brain. Some common effects of Marijuana usage are dry mouth, rapid heartbeat, slight loss of coordination, and poor sense of balance, as well as a slower reaction time.