Push the KushRhetorical PrecisIn his research paper "Push the Kush" (2014), Tanner Terry, a student at Granite Hills High School, argues that society, in its together, benefit from the legalization of marijuana. Terry supports his claim by illustrating the various benefits that legalizing marijuana can encompass, such as reducing crime rates, growing the economy, and improving health. The author's goal is to persuade the reader so that more people are informed about the benefits that marijuana can have on society. Its audience is aimed at anyone interested in this topic.IntroductionOne of the most controversial topics in our country today is the legalization of marijuana. Over time, it appears that rights continue to become more and more important to American citizens. Thirty years ago, no one would have imagined that same-sex marriage would be legalized, and based on current events, it seems that public opinion will be shocked once again. California started the same-sex marriage wave just as Colorado started the marijuana tide. Marijuana stores have opened virtually everywhere in Colorado and Washington state as the industry experiences rapid growth. This has even allowed too many businesses to grow in California, where cannabis has not been legalized. Marijuana can be used as a health tool, aside from its recreational use. It can help people suffering from incurable forms of painful illnesses. With the addition of marijuana to the American economy, it becomes a new variable in our economy's ability to thrive. With this new industry, the labor force increased due to the addition of many new jobs to the American workforce. In the long run, with marijuana in our economy...... middle of paper ...... legalize marijuana for adult users » USA Today, Mas Ultra- School Edition, Web March 19, 2014 Jonsson, Patrik, "As The Federal Government Buys Marijuana, If The South Legalizes It". Christian Science Monitor August 31, 2013: page N. Web March 17, 2014 Ringen, Jonathon. “Weed City”, United States, Rolling Stones 1185 (2013): 48. Edition Mas Ultra-École. Wednesday March 14, 2014 Kinsley, Michael, “Joint Committee”, New Republic 244.13 (2013) Mas Ultra-School edition. Internet. March 13, 2014 Macqueen, Ken, “We Need to Legalize Marijuana Now,” Macleans 126.23 (2013): Search by subject. Web March 11, 2014 McKnight, Michael, Markgorant, Jim, “Smoke Signals”, Sports Illustrated 120.5 (2014): 12 Mas Ultra- Édition School. Web March 14, 2014Sandell, Clayton, “High Times”, World news with Diane Sawyer (2014) Journal. Web March 20, 2014 Wright, David. “Road Test” World News with Diane Sawyer (2010) Journal. Web March 20. 2014