Non smokers may think I’m outrageous. Why should we be concerned with marijuana during the Covid-19 outbreak?

Let’s be honest…



American’s are stressed the hell out and our country need the money!

At this point, your personal feelings shouldn’t matter during this pandemic. We have to do something to cope and recoup from billions lost during Covid-19.

Let me explain how marijuana can help.

Covid-19 has caused Stress and Anxiety

Mental health has been a hot topic for Americans over the last few years. More than ever, people have been concerned about stress, anxiety and PTSD.

Now that we have finally realized the importance of mental health, here comes trash ass Covid-19. We feel that this has taken our mental stability five steps backwards.

Not only are we worried about own health, we fear for our spouses, children, extended family and friends. In my opinion, the media has made our mental health worse. Some news reports are scary, while others attempt to put our mind at ease.

We are not sure if the headlines are informative or fear mongering tactics. Because this pandemic is new to the entire world, we do not know what to expect.

Many Americans are scared shitless of catching caronavirus and equally scared of beging homeless. We don’t know what’s worse, catching carona or losing everything we own!

The horrible reality is that this is only going to get worse in months to come. What’s a safe alternative to prescription meds for stress and anxiety?

Marijuana.

Yes, sweet ‘Mary Jane’. Marijuana is proven to assist with stress and anxiety.

PTSD will follow Covid-19

The aftermath of the caronavirus will only increase PTSD in many American citizens. This pandemic will change our lives forever.

Even after this is over, many of us will have distrust in the government and concern for job security. For the rest of our lives, we will have a permanent side eye on our government and a fear of losing everything we’ve worked for.

What’s a great alternative to prescription PTSD medication?

Good ol Ganja…

While it’s too early for data driven theories, I strongly feel that weed consumption will increase during and after Covid-19. The aftermath of this pandemic will linger on for years.

In less than a month, our economy has went hell. The stock market is trash and the unemployment lines are long but too unhealthy to stand in. We need to do something…

Fast!

I do not feel that federal legalization is the only answer to Covid-19. But let’s be honest, it can give us the boost we desperately need!

Economic Reconstruction

Studies show that 37 million jobs could be in jeopardy to the caronavirus pandemic. America has not seen a spike in unemployment this drastic since the Great Depression (1929-1933).

During the Great Depression, the Prohibition was also in effect. The prohibition of alcohol caused a boost in criminal activity, while creating a loss of jobs and tax money.

Prohibition Circa 1925. (Photo by FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

During this time many politicians publicly denounced alcohol, but secretly got wasted.

The prohibition ended in 1933. Coincidentally, that year was also the recorded ending of the Great Depression.

As history repeats itself, many politicians denounce the legalization of marijuana, but secretly spark up in their private lives.

Now is not the time to continue this holier than thou act. Cut the shit and legalize marijuana to save our country’s economy!

Colorado has shown and proven.

In January 2014, Colorado legalized recreation marijuana sales and consumption. Since legalization, Colorado’s unemployment rate has hit an unprecedented low of 2.5 percent. Of course many jobs were created for cultivating marijuana and sales. But their was also a boost in construction, HVAC, consulting and more.

Colorado has also seen a huge spike in tax revenue since legalization. Since 2014, ‘The Rocky State’ has made more than 1.2 billion dollars in tax revenue with over 6.5 billion in sales.

Colorado has proven that marijuana can not only provide jobs, but boost the economy.

Other states have also seen a huge spike in tax revenue since recreation marijuana legalization.

California Has Generated Over 1 Billion Dollars of Marijuana Tax Revenue.

California has made about 635 million dollars of state and local marijuana tax revenue.

In 2019 alone!

Even though these figures are impressive to most, California’s tax revenue is disappointing for some. ‘The Golden State’ was projected to make one billion in only one year. This let down can be contributed to constant change in legislation and difficulty obtaining licenses.

Even though California hasn’t ironed all of it’s wrinkles, a billion dollars in two years is a damn good figure. California has been hit hard by Covid-19. Marijuana sales are necessary to recover from this unexpected pandemic.

As expected, Cali dispensaries are seeing a spike in sales since the Covid-19 lock down. Many Californian’s are using THC and CBD to cope with the fear of losing their homes and health.

Illinois Has Cashed In From Marijuana Sales

Illinois legalized recreational marijuana in year 2020. In the first month of legalization, the state made over 10 million in tax revenue. It would’ve been more, but most dispensaries were not prepared for the huge spike in demand. Many stores had limited supplies and shortages.

Just like California, Illinois has seen a boost in demand since Covid-19. Unfortunately, the supply is not enough to accommodate the demand. This creates an opportunity for employment. A good problem to have during a terrible time!

So as you can see, marijuana legalization needs to happen in all 50 states. Not only for our sanity, but also for our economy.

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