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Saturday, April 20, 2002
 
There's Something in the Air

Today is April, 20. Yep, 4/20. 420. Normally, the folks at Rainbow Farm in Vandalia, Michigan would throw a big bash today. But I can't find anything on the internet to suggest that such a festival is taking place this year. Certainly, there will be individual displays of support around the country, and there will be other smaller festivals. But, there will be no 4/20 Spring Kickoff.

Why? What happened? Why is the farm that threw parties featuring bands and performers such as The Byrds, Big Brother, and Merle Haggard not throwing a party this year? Because Vandalia was the site of Ruby Ridge-esque standoff last fall. On September 3, 2001, FBI and Michigan State Police snipers shot and killed the two gay men who ran the farm. The Washington Post has what appears to be a fairly evenhanded report of the incident.

So, if you're partaking in any type of celebration, protest, or remembrance today, stop for a second and remember that if anyone sees you they will try to take away your children and your property and even your life. The drug war is raging and marijuana users have been sentenced to die.