Howard Wooldridge, a retired police detective, rode across the country to advocate for marijuana legalization, highlighting the failures of the war on drugs. His journey underscored the arguments of LEAP (Law Enforcement Against Prohibition), a group of former law enforcement officials who believe the war on drugs is a costly and ineffective policy. The text also provides a detailed history of marijuana use, tracing its ancient medicinal and recreational applications across various cultures and examining the competing narratives surrounding its legality and effects. The text ultimately explores the complex relationship between society, law, and this widely used substance.
