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this page about the history and illegalization of marijuana. It was particularly intriguing because of the reasons behind the banning and the stories involved, especially the parts about racism and the political agendas of those pushing the bill for the banning.
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"There are 100,000 total marijuana smokers in the US, and most are Negroes, Hispanics, Filipinos, and entertainers. Their Satanic music, jazz, and swing, result from marijuana use. This marijuana causes white women to seek sexual relations with Negroes, entertainers, and any others."
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"You smoke a joint and you're likely to kill your brother."
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"Marijuana is the most violence-causing drug in the history of mankind."
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"Reefer makes darkies think they're as good as white men."
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It's obvious that this banning was made on faulty grounds back in the 30's, in my opinion. So basically my questions is: If they hadn't made it illegal then for those reasons, would it still be illegal today?