As the fight for decriminalization and legalization of cannabis rolls on, a lot of people are starting to notice something peculiar. In many states where cannabis has been “decriminalized” there are still onerous and lengthy prison sentences, accompanied by massive fees and fines for anyone that decides to grow cannabis at home. Maybe the best way to think about the fight for legalization and the end to the destructive drug war and all the deadly misinformation that comes with it is to think about the battle as an offensive with several fronts. Until the federal government removes cannabis (which they insist on calling ‘marijuana’ for some reason) from the Schedule One list, it won’t ever be “legal.” The fight for decriminalization/legalization at the state level is going pretty well but we must remain focused and committed. Until there are no criminal penalties, fees or fines associated with humans growing harmless vegetables, the battle is not yet won. It’s important that activists continue fighting for what’s right – come hell or high water.