The 1877 bargain ended federal occupation of the South and Northerners efforts to ensure the rights of Southern blacks. Todaythe Government of the United States abandoned you, the Republican governor of South Carolina told his African American supporters, as the last federal soldiers departed.
Already, 25 states have legalized medical marijuana, while four statesâAlaska, Colorado, Oregon, and Washingtonâhave legalized recreational pot, as has Washington, D.C. Several more states could soon be joining those ranks.
Marijuana is legal in three U.S. states for recreational use: Alaska, Colorado, and Washington. Medical marijuana is approved in over 20 U.S. states. But regardless of its legality, it is important to remember that marijuana carries with it certain medical risks. Know the risks before you decide to use it or not.