Welcome to the latest edition of “Last week in Weed,” catching you up on the latest breaking news and industry developments in the world of cannabis.
Here’s what you may have missed over the last week:
Dallas Decides to Decriminalize
Dallas, Texas has decided it’s time to stop filling jails with people who got caught holding a joint. Following a voter-approved measure, Dallas police have been instructed to let the good people of the city enjoy their herb in peace. It’s a small step, but in a state where prohibition still looms large, it’s practically a revolution. The question now is whether the powers that be will let this stand or pull a classic Texas two-step and try to roll it back.
Kentucky Lawmakers Fight for the Right to Blaze and Bear Arms
In the land of bourbon and bluegrass, a bipartisan posse of lawmakers has saddled up to protect medical cannabis patients’ gun rights. The idea that you can’t have your prescription cannabis while maintaining the right to possess a gun has been a thorn in the side of many Second Amendment enthusiasts. These lawmakers are taking their fight to Congress, demanding an end to the federal hypocrisy that treats cannabis like it’s still the devil’s lettuce. It’s a long shot, but if it works, it’ll be a win for freedom-loving cannabis users across the country.
Facebook’s “Free Expression”: Weed Accounts Still in the Shadows
Mark Zuckerberg’s empire has updated its policies to champion free expression—unless you’re talking about cannabis. Despite the supposed push for openness, cannabis-related accounts remain buried in the algorithmic abyss. It’s like trying to sell lemonade at a country club that only serves whiskey. The social media giant’s double standard is as blatant as a neon sign, and the cannabis community is left wondering if their voices will ever be heard on these major platforms.
Youth Use Declines in Legal States: The Data Doesn’t Lie
Here’s a curveball for the naysayers: youth cannabis use hasn’t skyrocketed in states with legal weed. In fact, most of those states have seen significant declines. The latest government data shows that legalization doesn’t turn kids into Cheech and Chong clones after all. The anti-cannabis crusaders’ favorite argument is unraveling like a cheap sweater, and the stats keep proving that regulation works better than fear mongering.
Legal Weed Reduces Prescription Anxiety Meds
If you’ve ever wanted proof that cannabis is more than just a party favor, here it is. A new study reveals that legalizing cannabis leads to a decrease in the use of prescription anxiety medications. That’s right—less Xanax, more zen. The pharmaceutical companies won’t like it, but the data doesn’t care. The green revolution is providing relief without the long list of side effects, and it’s about time the medical world caught up.
