Explain the Supreme Court's Rationale in the Case of Gonzales

question 35

Essay

Explain the Supreme Court's rationale in the case of Gonzales v. Raich . Describe the impact this case has had on states' medical marijuana laws. Explain how this impact might change in the future.

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Definitions:

MI

Myocardial Infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow to part of the heart is blocked.

Blood Pressure

The pressure of circulating blood against the walls of blood vessels, considered vital for human life.

High-density Lipoprotein

Often referred to as "good" cholesterol, it helps to remove other forms of cholesterol from the bloodstream.

Congestive Heart Failure

A chronic condition in which the heart does not pump blood as well as it should, leading to a buildup of fluid in the body.