The Origins and Legalization of Cannabis

The Origins and Legalization of Cannabis
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1937: The Underground Cannabis Era
During the era of strict cannabis prohibition, the industry in the United States existed solely within the shadows. The cultivation, sale, and possession of cannabis were deemed illegal under the Marihuana Tax Act, rendering it an underground industry (Hudak, 2018). This clandestine trade mainly operated unnoticed by the authorities, characterized by secrecy and evasion of the law. The risk of arrest and prosecution was a constant concern for anyone daring to engage in the illicit cannabis trade. My involvement would entail providing public health awareness on the negative impact of cannabis consumption.
1977: Decades of Prohibition Persist
The context related to cannabis is characterized by more than four decades of illegalization since the enactment of the Marihuana Tax Act in 1937. During the counterculture movements of the 1960s, it remained a federally prohibited drug based on the Controlled Substances Act. The concept of legal cannabis was still distant, mainly residing within the realm of advocacy and activism (Hudak, 2018). For the individuals navigating these years, involvement in the cannabis industry would likely have been limited to participation in the underground market or actively advocating for the decriminalization and eventual legalization of cannabis.
Present Day: Patchwork Legalizat...