Write a 1,500-word essay that presents an argument of fact (the Works Cited does not count toward the word count). Identify a fact that interests you (really, something that actually interests you, not something you probably have already written on, and think will be easy or save you time, those are submitted regularly, are obvious, and even more difficult to receive a grade that represents your abilities as a thinker and scholar). Present a well-researched argument of fact that uses appropriate evidence, specific examples, and clear reason to establish, challenge, and/or correct the fact(s) and perceptions about the fact, as they are known about a specific case. Identify a topic that is interesting that involves a fact or set of facts of which are, to some degree, somewhat contentious or controversial. Analyze the fact(s) and the context surrounding them and the related issues. Write an essay with an argument that supports, or challenges perceptions regarding the fact(s) and clearly announces the significance of the topic (Why does the
topic matter? What does the topic and the relationship of the stakeholders indicates about the related aspect of society?). The essay should have at least three academic sources and primary sources as required.
A research portfolio, including essay outline, ChatGPT material, scholarly essay PDFs, and research questions, must be attached to the assignment through Canvas for the essay to receive credit
^given essay instructions
I also need at least one section of the paper to focus on this topic internationally (No mention of USA) and utilize an article from either Rueters, DW, Euronews, or Associated Press. Use at least one in text citation per paragraph. And remember, this paper is focused on the social and economic benfits of marijuana legalization (i.e. it keeps would-be offenders out of prison, taxes can be imposed, healthier use, elimination of black market, etc.)
Some sources i have already found include:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0091743517300488?via%3Dihub
https://www.cato.org/policy-analysis/effect-state-marijuana-legalizations-2021-update#introduction
https://heinonline.org/HOL/Page?collection=journals&handle=hein.journals/bjcl23&id=107&men_tab=srchresults
https://www.dw.com/en/cannabis-in-germany-legalization-with-limits/a-68353166
https://www.euronews.com/health/2024/04/01/germany-legalises-limited-amounts-of-marijuana#:~:text=Germany%20has%20partially%20legalised%20the,home%20and%20cultivate%20three%20plants.