why has marijuana been legalized
Oregon is one of four states, in addition to the District of Columbia, that has legalized recreational marijuana. So far, 19 states and D.C. have decriminalized the possession of small amounts of marijuana for personal use while 23 states have legalized its use for medical purposes, The Huffington Post reported.regon is one of four states, in addition to the District of Columbia, that has legalized recreational marijuana. So far, 19 states and D.C. have decriminalized the possession of small amounts of marijuana for personal use while 23 states have legalized its use for medical purposes, The Huffington Post reported.