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.
The list of states that have legalized medical marijuana is now up to 23, including California, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, and Washington. However, the researchers still remain cautious with how they present their results, noting that not everyone should turn to weed to cure their headaches.