For the Culture By The Culture
Congressman Dave Joyce wants credit for fixing weed. But his new legislation might just carve up the movement and hand it to corporate stakeholders. Behind the clean language is a blueprint for state-by-state chaos, not freedom. If this is legalization, it’s legalization without justice—and the people who built the culture are still waiting outside the gates.
In a bizarre twist of bureaucratic brilliance, the DEA has reclassified marijuana as a leafy green vegetable—officially adding it to the American food pyramid. From salad bowls to school lunches, the War on Drugs just got edible. Satirical? Yes. Unbelievable? Barely.
The DEA is delaying the rescheduling of marijuana from Schedule I, despite overwhelming scientific support and recommendations from health authorities. This stalling harms the cannabis industry, patients, and communities affected by marijuana criminalization. Political influences from big pharmaceutical companies contribute to this resistance, prolonging the adverse effects of current drug policies.
Rodrigo Duterte, former president of the Philippines, was arrested and extradited to The Hague to face charges of crimes against humanity for his brutal war on drugs, which resulted in thousands of deaths. His trial marks a significant moment for global accountability, as many countries evaluate their own drug policies in light of his actions.
Mardi Gras and marijuana have been partners in crime for over a century, from the jazz clubs of the 1920s to the streets of the French Quarter today. But while New Orleans embraces excess, the law still has a double standard when it comes to weed. This is the story of how cannabis became a silent guest at the biggest party in the world—and why it’s time to make it official.
Mississippi’s latest $1 million marijuana bust isn’t a win—it’s proof that prohibition still fuels the black market. The weed was legal in California, illegal in Mississippi, and bound for North Carolina, highlighting how outdated laws keep real reform from happening.
