The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization

Here are some key cannabis statistics:

Prevalence: Approximately 23.4% of American adults have used marijuana in the past year, with 64.2 million users reported. 

Usage Trends: In 2024, 61,500,000 American adults used marijuana, and 25.7% of 12th-graders reported using it at least once. 

Market Size: The cannabis industry is projected to reach $47 billion in 2026, with 425,002 full-time equivalent jobs supported by legal cannabis. 

Legalization: Adult-use cannabis is now legal in 24 states, and 79% of Americans live in a county with at least one dispensary. 

Health Impact: Cannabis use has surged over the past decade, with an estimated 65.2% increase between 2015 and 2024. 

These statistics highlight the growing acceptance and use of cannabis in the United States, as well as its economic and social imp