Pew Research Center: Most Americans Favor Legalizing Marijuana for Medical Use

A 2024 Pew Research Center survey of over 5,000 U.S. adults offers a detailed look at national attitudes toward marijuana legalization. The results show overwhelming support for medical use, majority backing for recreational legalization, and nuanced views on how policy impacts communities, economies, and the criminal justice system. The report explores partisan and demographic breakdowns, generational divides, and perceptions of safety and substance use. Download the report below to see how Americans are thinking about cannabis, and where opinions diverge.