Opinion: 'Reefer Madness' Ideology Still Alive And Well In Idaho

MARIJUANA!!!

That was a test to filter out Idaho's faint-of-heart.

For those still with me who didn't just hit the floor unconscious, I wanted to remind the people of the great state of Idaho that there is a high-priority initiative that certain people are trying to push through to the November ballot regarding the 'Devil's lettuce,' and not all of these folks carry bags of Funyuns around, look like they just got off the couch, forget what they're talking about mid-sentence, or say "bro" a lot.

MARY JANE!!!

Again, I'm trying to WEED out those in Idaho who are ganja-squeamish.

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The Battle To Keep/Prevent The Idaho Medical Marijuana Legalization Initiative On The November Ballot In Idaho Wages On

Satan himself (no, it's just a bud) Credit: Unsplash ( Esteban Lopez)

Now, seriously. I'm not trying to insult anyone who is from Idaho. I first moved to Twin Falls County in 2016, and have been visiting this amazing state since 2006, when I met my wife; her family has roots in Idaho that date back a century.

To many in Idaho, I might be 'the problem,' and I can live with that. I'm also looking to buy more property in Idaho, if anyone has any leads for me.

If you're not familiar with the 2026 Medical Marijuana Legalization Initiative, then click on this link and get versed, because I'm trying to stay under 400 words on this. Thanks to the folks at BallotPedia for using ChatGPT to summarize it so well, by the way.

There are people in Idaho who believe medical marijuana can end pain and suffering for many, for instance, those experiencing horrible cancer drug side effects, and there are people in Idaho who believe that 'Reefer Madness' will bring violent crime, homelessness, addiction, and other 'soul-destroying' behaviors like having your fence kicked in at midnight.

I will say, I've been to Portland, and I do prefer Boise--BIG TIME! And no, I don't smoke weed.

I think Idaho is a great state, and I do respect those who have their own opinions and practice enforcing them.

Woman possessed by the Devil (Scene from 'Reefer Madness' 1936) Credit: YouTube

You vote however you want regarding this matter, because it's your right. Thanks for hearing me out.

Places To Get Really High Around Twin Falls

Since marijuana is still illegal in Idaho, you can’t legally walk down the street and get high, but there's another way to get high around Twin Falls that is much more socially acceptable.

Gallery Credit: Credit Nate Bird