The Legalization of Marijuana

Is Legalizing Marijuana such a good idea? Most people of The United States focus was upon the election at the time ,wondering who would be thier next president.While others was focused on a more insignificant issue.Referendums passed in Washington and Colorado, but not in Oregon.This could cause criminal activities to increase,Even though Referendums were passed ,this is far from over.I am sure that there are many people that would like to debate the legalization of Marijuana."There are still federal hurdles to overcome,"for Washington and Colorado. This could cause criminal activities to increase,Does this now give drug dealers the right to sell thier product?It seems that the only reason drug are illegal in the first place is because the country cannot benefit financially.I would agree that some citizens need it for medical conditions ,but even that could have a negative turn out seeing what happens with perscription pills.Personally ,I dont know why it took so long for people to take action,for years people have been considering making this plant legal.I dont think nothing is wrong with it,If it was possible I would vote "yes" to legalizing marijuana.Some say it kills brain cells,but others cannot agree ,they would say it opens the mind and brings the genius out of an individual.Marijuana isnt a treat,the real threat to society is the hard drugs are:Heroin,Cocaine,PCP,Meth,& ETC.Overall ,I would say that it isnt a great idea, people still are treats because they would would rob,steal,& kill for this drug.