Marijuana
Marijuana
Our country stands at a crossroads regarding Marijuana. Considering that its psychoactive effects are less significant than a bottle of over-the-counter Robitussin it is amazing to see how this handsome little plant has played such a great roll in politics, policy, philosophy, and religion in the U.S. and beyond. In California you can get some premium sticky bud if you have a tummy ache and a doctor’s note. In most other states, however, you have to go through the hassle of texting a code word to some jerk on a bicycle introduced to you by your nephew… all to get a buzz on.
But once upon a time (up until the early 1900’s) use of Marijuana in the United States was completely unrestricted. It was grown for use in textiles and paper by farmers across the land and no doubt puffed on by 19th century farm boys who could only dream of a day when such an experience would be enhanced by the advent of Pink Floyd and Liberal Arts educations.
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Banning these substances sure curtailed their availability and use, didn’t it? They’re more available now than ever, but the least harmful of them is the most expensive.
Prohibition is the last-stand action of a desperate, rampaging government desiring to control every aspect of our lives. It is also the action of an evil, anti-human government.