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The Omaha Tribe legalized cannabis and created its own governing body to regulate cultivation, licensing, and sales. Meanwhile, Nebraska still criminalizes flower. This is a story about sovereignty, survival, and state resistance. The border is more than a line. It is a trap. Cross it with weed and you're no longer legal.
Weed culture didn’t just happen; it was built in smoke-filled rooms, protest rallies, and courtroom battles. From 420’s origin to corporate takeovers that nearly killed it, these are the moments that shaped cannabis history. Discover how legends like Jack Herer, Steve Hager, and the Waldos created a movement bigger than any strain.
Legal cannabis has generated nearly $25 billion in tax revenue, with $4.4 billion collected in 2024 alone. States benefit significantly, funding various community programs. However, equity issues remain, as many who contributed to legalization are still marginalized. The promise of justice is overshadowed by bureaucracy and economic barriers for legacy growers.
Texas is ground zero for the next great cannabis battle. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is pushing an all-out ban on THC, doubling down on outdated drug war rhetoric. But Texas is changing—legalization is gaining ground, cities are fighting back, and Big Pharma, private prisons, and the alcohol industry are scrambling to keep weed illegal. This isn’t just a ban—it’s a war.
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 The weed was legal in California, illegal in Mississippi, and bound for North Carolina, highlighting how outdated laws keep real reform from happening.
Rev. Duke Nolan criticizes the cannabis prohibition in a satirical piece for Pot Culture Magazine. He outlines the paradox of marijuana's prohibition despite its many uses, criticizing the 'war on weed' for its effect on the economy, the prison system, and public health, while substances like alcohol and tobacco remain legal. He concludes by expressing confirmation about growing legalization efforts, arguing this helps rectify historical injustice, and allows for adult autonomy.
