Most Americans believe marijuana is safer than alcohol and tobacco

Many Americans will be celebrating 4/20 this weekend by using marijuana. Ahead of the unofficial holiday devoted to cannabis, YouGov asked Americans about their own experiences with marijuana and whether they believe it should be made legal nationwide. Majorities have used marijuana, think it is safe, believe it is less harmful than tobacco or alcohol, want to see it legalized, and think legalization would be good for the economy.

Most Americans (56%) have tried marijuana at some point in their lives, including 24% who say they’ve used it in the past year;...