Identical and mirror numbers on the clock - what do they mean? What is 4 20.
Last Sunday, April 20, the entire progressive Western community comes together to spend time doing one of their favorite pastimes - smoking marijuana. The editors of FURFUR decided to find out what else happens within the framework of this holiday and why it is celebrated on April 20th.
Many myths have sprung up around the “420” (pronounced “four-twenty”), a term that purports to become the primary designation for marijuana culture, as numerous as the legends of Atlantis. Someone will say that this is the number of chemical compounds in the above-mentioned drug, or the special code that American cops used in their call signs when they were going after the next bunch of stoned teenagers, or the number of Bob Dylan songs, the date of death of Jim Morrison (April 20, 4: 20), Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix and a number of other cult musicians, in one way or another associated with the drug. However, this is not entirely true. If you open Wikipedia, you can find out that there are not 420 chemical compounds in marijuana, but 315, and Jim Morrison died on July 3.
It all started in 1971, when a group of teenagers from a high school in San Rafael, California, came up with the designation "420" for their forays in search of an abandoned marijuana field. The code was born due to the time (4:20 P.M.) in which teenagers met next to the statue of Louis Pasteur, located on the territory of the educational institution, a French microbiologist who involuntarily became involved in the “drug culture”. The abandoned crop could not be found, but the name of the famous scientist and “420 Lois!” were added to the designation. It quickly caught on and spread throughout the small town, becoming a call sign and an invitation to smoke a joint together.
The spread of the term outside of California is attributed to the famous musicians from the Grateful Dead, who often hung out at local hippie campgrounds in the early 1970s. A flyer has survived to this day from a concert of the aforementioned group in California in the early 1990s, which was distributed by local hippies among the so-called deadheads - fans of the performers who followed their endless concerts everywhere. The flyer, along with an invitation to meet for a joint at 4:20 in a place called Bolinas Ridge in Marin County, told a little story about the origins of “420,” along with a series of interviews with now-grown California teenagers who call themselves The Waldos and are credited with authoring the code. , is proof of the real origin of the designation.
"420" today
In the modern USA and Canada, along with the debate about the legalization of marijuana at the federal level, “420” is gaining momentum every year. On April 20, hundreds of cities across North America gather to light up a joint at 4:20 p.m. sharp. The format of the events is surprising in its diversity (depending on whether the drug is legal in a particular place): from small picnics and underground parties to multi-thousand hippie sessions and massive city celebrations. However, even where marijuana is prohibited, police often turn a blind eye to offenders on this day.
In addition to the general smoking of joints, people come together on this day to discuss government policy regarding the drug, and organizations such as NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws), SAFER (Safer Alternative for Enjoyable Recreation), SSDP (Students for Sensible Drug Policy) and a number of other social movements have long used April 20 to popularize their campaigns calling for further legalization of the drug.
The largest events, as a rule, are considered to be festivals in Denver and Vancouver, and soon Washington, which this year became the second state in the United States where marijuana was legalized, will also compete in terms of the scope of the holiday.
In total, about 40 Canadian cities and more than 100 US cities received permission to hold mass events in 2014. Well, the largest “420” in the world has been considered the festival in Colorado for several years now, which in 2013 was attended by more than 50 thousand people. This time in a rich lineup Denver "420" one could find DJ Whoo Kid, Wyclef, MTHDS, Rose Quartz, Bass Physics and other equally famous performers, who more than once talked about the “drug code” in their songs. The events in Colorado last two days and are reminiscent of the hippie jam sessions of the last century, but with a distinctive hip-hop twist. It is worth noting that the culture of using marijuana and all the paraphernalia associated with it has undergone significant changes over almost half a century of prosperity. Being the prerogative and calling card of freedom-loving hippies, Bob Marley, as well as the famous comedy characters Cheech and Chong from the film Stoned, by the end of the 20th century the joint turns into an indispensable companion for Snoop Dogg and numerous representatives of the hip-hop crowd, most of whom adhere to the opposite with hippie values such as material success, consumption boom and so on.
An excellent example of cultural transformation is the use of “420” themes by various brands.
April 20 is a special date for all people who use cannabis. In countries where it has already been legalized, 4/20 is an opportunity to mark such a turning point in history. For the rest of the world where marijuana is illegal, 4/20 is a reason to express your needs and take action.
Canada is on track to legalize medicinal marijuana. For now, legalization has been delayed, but authorities have promised to implement it by the end of summer.
For Canadians, 4/20 is an occasion to remind the government of this promise.
How do they celebrate 4/20 in Canada? Where is the best place to spend this holiday? And, most importantly, where did the term 420 even come from?
Why 420?
The origins of the 420 holiday are, to put it mildly, ambiguous. It was previously believed that this was the secret code of the police who detained a person with marijuana. According to another version, this term comes from a Bob Dylan song called “Rainy Day Women No. 12 & 35". People have figured that 420 is equal to 12 x 35. But that sounds like fairy tales, doesn't it?
None of these explanations are complete. But recently we finally learned the true origin story of the 420.
The story dates back to 1971, when a group of marijuana-loving teenagers at San Rafael High School in California began to fear arrest for drug possession. One of them decided that they needed to be encrypted, and the group began to call themselves Waldos.
After one of their football practices, the guys gathered near the Louis Pasteur monument at 4:20 pm to go in search of a bag of cannabis that they had previously hidden in the forest. Although the supplies were never found, the location and time of the meeting became a secret code for the group's meetings. At first they told each other the code phrase "420 Louis", but then they shortened it to just "420".
Over time, this secret code began to be used by all marijuana lovers in America and around the world.
How do they celebrate 4/20 in Canada?
Every year on April 20th, Canadian cities are filled with locals and tourists. If you find yourself in the right place at the right time, you'll be lucky enough to have a great time enjoying cannabis in the company of enthusiasts who, like you, can't wait for legalization.
Below you will find a list of Canadian cities that publicly celebrate 4/20. Festivals, food fests, live music, themed parties - all this awaits you when you arrive here on April 20.
VANCOUVER
The legendary event originated in Vancouver and is held at 1204 Beach Avenue through the initiative of Cannabis Culture Magazine, a publishing house founded by two activists, Mark and Jodie Emery. This is heaven on earth for all Canadian marijuana lovers.
Plus, let's be honest: what better place to celebrate a 420 than the beach?
TORONTO
In Toronto, 420 celebrations are held in the city center, causing heavy traffic jams there every year. But why spend such a beautiful day sitting in a traffic jam behind the wheel of a car? Instead, you can take part in the annual march to legalize marijuana. It features comedians, concerts, street performances and delicious food.
If you consider yourself a true activist, then go to the O’Cannabiz Conference and Expo. Here they discuss the future of marijuana after legalization, including opportunities for business development in this industry.
CALGARY
There is a large and popular dispensary in Calgary called 420 Clinic. Perhaps this is a coincidence, or perhaps its name is related to the 4/20 holiday, which is always celebrated with great enthusiasm in this city. This year, the dispensary invites everyone to receive medical care and attend educational seminars about cannabis.
MONTREAL
Looking for the most cannabis-friendly Canadian city? Welcome to Montreal. This French-speaking city has a beautiful park
Mount Royal, where peaceful activists gather to support the legalization of marijuana. They settle into chairs and mats and share with each other the joy of consuming cannabis in the fresh air.
OTTAWA
Every year on April 20, large crowds of protesters gather in Ottawa to advocate for the decriminalization and legalization of marijuana in Canada. With Canada on the cusp of this historic event, the 2018 gathering promises to be a big one.
KELOWNA AND NIAGARA FALLS
If you're fascinated by scenic lakes and parks, then head to City Park on Okanagan Lake for the 420 celebration. It's a great place for anyone who enjoys enjoying marijuana in the great outdoors.
Speaking of nature, 4/20 wouldn't be a complete holiday without a visit to Niagara Falls, right? This year, it will host an event to support the decriminalization of marijuana nationally and the release of people still in federal prison due to flawed cannabis laws.
What are your favorite cities to celebrate 4/20 in Canada? How do you celebrate this day? Or are you against this day? Write in the comments!
Some childhood habits remain for life. We can be three times adults and serious, with our own families, careers and important life aspirations... And at the same time we are also in a hurry to make a wish, finding ourselves between two namesakes. Or having met a car with a noticeable number 777 on the street. Or seeing an unusual combination of numbers on the electronic clock display. However, why be shy? It’s so wonderful and sweet to retain even a tiny bit of childish faith in miracles! And then, who said that it is harmful? If you expect good things from “successful” numbers with all your heart, they really work!
What do the same numbers or mirror numbers on a clock mean?
Constantly replacing each other, rushing forward, the luminous numbers of our electronic watches continually form into various combinations. Most often they are unremarkable. In fact, who will be surprised, for example, by the time indicated on the scoreboard as 16:15? But sometimes the numbers add up in a very interesting way - 05:05, 12:12, 13:31. It’s even more amazing if they begin to catch your eye not just once, but day after day, as if they are trying to attract attention to themselves! A person who is far from superstitions will also feel confused. And a lover of omens will definitely see in this event a direct hint of the future and will immediately try to figure out: what to expect, how to behave and how to use circumstances to their advantage.
00:00 - time to make any wishes, plan changes and start over what once didn’t work out. If only you acted with a pure heart and thought less about self-interest.
However, there is an opposite point of view, convincing: if four zeros flash on the clock, it is better not to plan anything on that day and not to start new projects. Decide for yourself which interpretation to believe.
01:01 - the appearance of these numbers promises good news and leaves hope for the fulfillment of a cherished dream. True, it is believed that this combination is less powerful than the previous one.
01:10 - unfortunately, “mirror” numbers will not bring good luck. The business you have started will either wither away or reach a dead end, so it is better to wait a little with it.
01:11 - three units in a row promise an interesting offer that you will soon receive. Don't leave it unattended!
02:02 - a combination rich in predictions. First: fate is intensely sending you signs that you need to learn to see. Look around more carefully. Second: if you receive an invitation to visit or a request for help, do not refuse. The result will be unexpected and pleasant. Third: do not ignore your health, problems are possible with it.
02:20 - take advantage of mirror time to look at yourself from the outside. You seem to overreact to circumstances and people, allowing yourself unjustified outbursts of anger.
02:22 - three twos in a row symbolize a secret that will be revealed to you today.
Three is a sign of good luck
03:03 - Fate leads you along the most direct path to happiness and love. If you are currently busy with some important project, triplets promise its successful completion and good dividends in the end.
03:30 – a “mirror” pair of three and zero, alas, does not promise good luck. There is a period of stagnation in life, and cooling in feelings.
03:33 - but three threes are a very pleasant sign, promising success, joyful events and real happiness.
04:04 - if you feel like you've reached a dead end, just look around. The exit is nearby, you just need to look at it from a different angle. Perhaps circumstances will force you to change your mind on some issue. Don't resist and trust fate, it will lead you on the right path.
04:40 - mirror day, traditionally does not promise mountains of gold. Be careful and don’t plan any major changes in your life. But you can dare to meet a handsome representative of the opposite sex if the opportunity arises.
04:44 - the appearance of three fours warns of a conflict with a person occupying a higher position. Perhaps there is an upcoming visit to the boss?
05:05 - enemies will begin to move, weaving conspiracies against you. Don't worry, their intrigues will not be successful, as the day promises to be favorable. For those who are still single, he can give them a meeting with their future soul mate.
05:50 - beware of accidents associated with water and fire.
05:55 - fate will send you a wise adviser, do not dismiss him.
06:06 - in most cases, this figure hints that you pay too much attention to material things, forgetting about the soul. But for some, two sixes side by side predict a quick wedding.
07:07 - the cycle of events will captivate you. If true friends are nearby, together you will move mountains and make all your dreams come true. Surround yourself with unworthy people - alas, do not expect any good. And try to avoid clashes with those wearing uniforms, this could end badly.
08:08 - the day is conducive to labor achievements, making a profit and moving up the career ladder. But only if you manage not to succumb to the provocations of spiteful critics and do not get involved in a conflict.
09:09 - a combination of nines and zeros warns of losses. Whatever it is - a wallet that a thief deftly pulls out of your purse, or a relationship that ended in a breakup - accept what happened calmly. Everything you really need will remain with you.
Someone manages to build their life according to the readings of the clock!
10:01 - expect to meet an influential person, most likely a man.
10:10 - luck and new opportunities are on your doorstep. It's time to implement long-cherished ideas and plans.
11:11 - when counting the gifts of fate that are promised to you today, do not lose your head. There is a great risk of becoming dependent on a morally dishonest subject.
12:12 is a good hour and a good day. The stars are going to arrange a meeting for you with a kindred spirit! Don't miss the chance to find a friend with whom you can share your views and beliefs. However, why only a friend? A lucky combination of numbers predicts tremendous success for you today with the opposite sex.
12:21 - meeting a charming woman. Ladies will find an interesting companion, men - hope for an exciting romance.
13:13 - if you learn to act judiciously and keep your emotions under control, you will be able to fulfill your secret desire. You are moving in the right direction, but do not forget about your opponents who will not miss an opportunity to trip you up. Be careful.
13:31 - the mirror combination of three and one means getting rid of obstacles and the end of a period of stagnation. You will finally find what you are so hungry for.
14:14 - the pragmatic four in the company of one changes its usual principles and advises you to succumb to a new romantic feeling. Easy love, fiery passion or a strong marriage - when this successful combination is on the clock, everything is possible.
14:41 - you should behave more carefully, you are in danger of an accident, illness or other troubles.
15:15 - good advice from an experienced person, perhaps a relative, will help you get out of an awkward situation.
15:51 - get ready to lose your head in love.
16:16 - fate constantly gives you opportunities to change what you are dissatisfied with in your life. But you can learn to see them only by working on your moral qualities. Slightly curb your egoism, learn to see other people’s problems, and luck will not pass you by. Those who are on the road on this day should take care: injuries or encounters with robbers are possible.
17:17 - your motto for today is “He who doesn’t take risks, doesn’t drink champagne!” However, do not forget that a wise person calculates all possible scenarios and manages to lay straw in the most dangerous places. When taking risks, do not forget about common sense.
18:18 - two eights symbolize significant financial support or income growth. But at the same time, you may lose a good friend or get hurt while traveling.
Whatever the clock promises, believe in luck
19:19 - dual combination. Some interpreters consider the tandem of nine and one to be an undoubted sign of a lucky streak in life, while others, on the contrary, advise gathering strength into a fist and steadfastly waiting out the unsuccessful period. To ensure that gloomy forecasts do not come true, act thoughtfully. Better yet, try to take a few days off from worries.
20:02 - mirror numbers predict discord with loved ones...
20:20 - ...and the direct combination of forecasts is not encouraging: you are threatened with quarrels, squabbles and a stormy showdown. Don’t be led by emotions, even if you really want to!
21:12 - time for renewal: a new image, a new worldview, new interesting ideas in my head. Career-oriented citizens will begin to come up with one creative idea after another, and those busy with family have every chance of having the baby they want.
21:21 - it will be difficult to keep yourself within reasonable limits, because the stars have prepared an unforgettable love adventure for you. But you will have to keep your heart in check and turn to your mind more often, otherwise very soon you will bitterly regret your actions.
22:22 - caution, caution and caution again. Be careful, but don't shy away from meeting new people. It is during this difficult time that you are given the opportunity to make profitable acquaintances and find true friends.
23:23 - relationships that have recently appeared in your life carry with them danger. Think carefully about whether everything in them suits you, and at the same time think about your mistakes in general. The sooner you understand where you were wrong, the faster you will begin to move towards your goals.
23:32 - take care of your health.
Maiden signs: what means the same time for ladies
In addition to all of the above, there is one more, purely female belief. Did you see the same numbers on the clock? Call the name of the man you like, and he will not resist you. Even if the “magic of numbers” lets you down, your feminine charm, supported by faith in good omens, will work. What does a girl look like who is confident in her irresistibility to the man she desires? A sparkle in the eyes, a winner’s smile on the lips, a flying and slightly cat-like step... As Verochka said from “Office Romance,” men don’t let such a woman pass! Who knows, maybe Cupid's arrow will pierce the heart of his beloved?
Experts in the human psyche believe that we ourselves are to blame for the appearance of the same unusual numbers on the clock. Having noticed them once, we subconsciously begin to glance towards the scoreboard at the right time and do not really note in our memory numbers that do not “fit” into the sign. Pure psychology and no mysticism! Or maybe things are different. For example, for you the combination of two and zero means something of its own, not noted by the traditional interpretation. If the subconscious has drawn attention to this particular number, do not rush to rustle the leaves of the sign in search of an answer. Refer to your own feelings and intuition. What are they telling you? What are they warning about? The answer may be very clear and very unexpected!
This term has other meanings, see 420 (meanings). April 20th celebration in Santa Cruz, California (2007)
An SSDP member hands out printed materials about marijuana culture on April 20, 2010 at the University of California, Berkeley. 420 (pronounced "four-twenty") is a term used in the North American drug subculture to refer to the popular time of smoking marijuana. means time 4:20 (4 hours 20 minutes).
At this time, representatives of this culture usually gather to spend time, smoke cannabis together, or discuss the policy of the state in which they live regarding marijuana.
More broadly, "420" is used in slang to refer to the use of marijuana or hemp, and is also a way of identifying counterculture membership.
Origin
Although there are many different theories about the origin of the term, it became widespread in 1971, when a group of teenagers at San Rafael High School. San Rafael High School(San Rafael, California) was going after school at this time to smoke cannabis near the statue of Louis Pasteur.
The expression became part of their group's greeting, "420 Louie!" (English) "420 Louis!"), and became popular in the late 80s thanks to fans of The Grateful Dead.
Many North American cannabis smokers continue to meet at 4:20 pm to smoke cannabis together. As the term 420 grew in use, it also extended to the date April 20 ("4/20" in the US abbreviated date format).
This day has become a countercultural holiday when it is customary to get together and use cannabis together. In some areas, this holiday coincides with Earth Week. Earth Week).
420 Campaign
The 420 Campaign encourages people to participate in the political process to legalize marijuana. Particularly popular is the call to “make April 20 an annual starting point for consolidating efforts to pressure Congress to legalize marijuana.” Organizations such as NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws), SAFER (Safer Alternative for Enjoyable Recreation), and SSDP (Students for Sensible Drug Policy) are already using April 20 to advocate for the need for policy reform regarding the status of marijuana in society.
In Colorado, the milepost 420 on Route 70 had to be replaced with Mile 419.99 due to frequent sign theft.
What does the 4:19 4:20 meme mean?
U m k a
As a rule, memes 4:19 and 4:20 are used simultaneously and are aimed at comparing two identical states, only in Figure 4:19 there is no stupefying of consciousness with the help of drugs, while in Figure 4:20 a similar situation is presented, but with the use drugs.
Simply put, 4:19 is a situation one minute earlier than drug use (4:20).
Odessitka
It is known for sure that the 4:20 meme means a political call by marijuana smokers to legalize the drug.
The fact is that 4:20 signifies the time for gathering such political actions, as well as the date for gathering fighters for legalization, that is, April 20 of any year.
The history of the 4:20 meme comes from the time of gathering 16:20 for smoking marijuana collectively in North America, then this time became a meme and also a symbol of the gathering of people who vote for the state to officially allow the production and smoking of marijuana.
But what the 4:19 meme is is unknown.
Although there are pictures with these memes from the game Dota 2, it is not clear what they mean for the players.
You can interpret this meme as before and after, or after a second. During this second, marijuana smoking occurs in this meme. First, the real picture of what is happening is depicted, and then how the person affected by marijuana sees everything around him. The meme is negative, in fact it is propaganda that should be banned, since many young people may simply misunderstand humor and take everything at face value, the consequences could be bad.
Moreljuba
A meme like 4:20 serves as a call for smoking marijuana, a kind of political call for legal drug use. Thus, people, wanting official permission to smoke marijuana, express their votes for it. But with the 4:19 meme it’s more difficult, because the exact meaning is unknown, but it is assumed that it means the time before drug use, and 4:20 is the time itself.
Novasagova
Memes have become very popular and an integral part of our lives. After all, with the help of memes, we express our opinions and emotions.
Meme 4:19 - means a situation that happened before drugs, or simply using marijuana.
And the meme is the same as the 4:20 meme, there’s just a slight difference in the background and state, but the meaning is the same.
Smiledimasik
A very interesting number is 4:20; it is often believed that this is the time at which it is customary to smoke cannabis or marijuana. But there is a hidden subtext in this syllable, and all because in English-speaking countries the month is put first and therefore the date is April 20. This phrase was first used in the 1970s.
Help to
April 20th is an unofficial day for marijuana smokers. But in the memes, instead of the date 4/20, they decided to use the time 4:20. This is how they depict the changes that occur one minute after smoking marijuana (it was one thing, now it’s another).
Previously, the number 420 in the United States designated a violation code when someone smoked marijuana.
Later, hippies decided to make this number symbolic. Well, Internet trolls picked up this fashionable “420” movement and decided to make a meme out of it.
Terli4eno4ka
4 20 (pronounced "four-twenty") denotes the best time in North American subculture to smoke cannabis, as well as the date April 20, which marks the traditional day for supporters of the legalization of marijuana to gather and share the drug.
Accordingly, the meme " 4:19 " denotes the time one minute before consuming cannabis, and the meme " 4:20 " denotes the state of a person who has already taken this drug.
Vladsandrovich
Meme number 4:19 4:20 calls on people, and in particular states, to legalize marijuana. The numbers are considered to be the time of collection, since they finish collecting it at 4:19, and 4:20 is a hidden number, giving a hint of love for this narcotic drug and showing the time of administration and relaxation of the body after collection.
Said petrov
These mysterious numbers mean the time of drug use. Most likely, these two units of time mean the state before and after drug use. This term was used in American subculture as a popular term for smoking marijuana.
4:19 4:20 What's the joke???
Ilya Kisel
420 (pronounced "four-twenty") is a term used in the North American drug subculture to refer to a popular time of smoking marijuana. The number 420 means either 4:20 (4 hours 20 minutes), or the date 4/20, that is, April 20.
On this day, representatives of this culture usually gather to spend time, smoke cannabis together, or discuss the policy of the state in which they live regarding marijuana. Activists on this day usually carry out active propaganda regarding the legalization of marijuana.
More broadly, "420" is used in slang to refer to the use of marijuana or hemp, and is also a way of identifying counterculture membership.
Vlada Shkarupa
4:20 or 4/20 is a shorthand for the most appropriate time to consume cannabis. The meme came from overseas and in the Russian adaptation it looks a little ridiculous. Since Americans usually use 12 rather than 24-hour time format, to make it clearer, we are talking about 4:20 PM, that is, 16:20. 4:20 memes usually show what happens to someone or something at 4:19 and a minute later at 4:20, when the subject enters a state called "stoned."
What does HAPPY 4/20 mean??
Happy mommy
420 is a drug culture term used in North America. The number 420 in this culture means either 4:20 p.m. (16:20) - the time when it is popular to take marijuana (see below), or the date 4/20, i.e. April 20.
On this day, representatives of this culture usually gather to simply spend time, smoke cannabis together, or discuss the policy of the state in which they live regarding marijuana. Activists on this day usually carry out active propaganda regarding the legalization of marijuana.
In slang, "420" means "marijuana use". It is also sometimes a reference to something related to the use of cannabis, or one of the ways of identifying membership in the drug culture.
The term may also come from the light-dark cycle when growing marijuana varieties indoors or outdoors.
What do you say when you see a teenager or someone else wearing a T-shirt like this? Well 4-20. You never know what it means. But in youth culture nothing happens for nothing, and it is advisable to be aware of the details.
This material does not encourage illegal activities and does not promote drug use. The article is for informational purposes only. Moreover, it will be useful for many parents to know what it is. If you hear this from your child periodically, then you should think about it and read this material.
Nowadays, among young people you can sometimes find a MEM or an inscription on clothes in the form of the number 420. Many teenagers naturally ask the question, what does the number 420 mean?
420 (pronounced "four-twenty") is a term used in the North American drug subculture to refer to a popular time of smoking marijuana. The number 420 means either p.m. (4 hours 20 minutes), or the date 4/20, that is, April 20.
On this day, representatives of this culture usually gather to spend time, smoke cannabis together, or discuss the policy of the state in which they live regarding marijuana. Activists on this day usually carry out active propaganda regarding the legalization of marijuana.
More broadly, "420" is used in slang to refer to the use of marijuana or hemp.
Although there are many different theories about the origin of the term, it became widespread in 1971, when a group of teenagers at San Rafael High School (San Rafael, California) gathered after school to smoke cannabis near statues of Louis Pasteur.
The expression became part of their group's greeting, "420 Louie!" (English: “420 Louis!”), and became popular in the late 80s thanks to fans of The Grateful Dead. Many North American cannabis smokers continue to meet to smoke cannabis together. As the term 420 grew in use, it also extended to the date April 20 ("4/20" in the US abbreviated date format).
This day has become a countercultural holiday when it is customary to get together and use cannabis together. In some areas, this holiday coincides with Earth Week.
Nowadays, this greeting has gradually grown into the tradition of meeting exactly at 12:00 am to smoke marijuana together. A little time passed and the date April 20 gained popularity. In the USA, the date and month are separated by a slash when writing, for example 4/20. This date is considered a holiday by most drug addicts. On this day, it is customary to get together with friends and use cannabis brought with you.
About memes on the topic
Two pictures are taken. The first one says , the second one says . The point is that the first image shows the character before drinking, and the second one shows him already stoned.
Over time, the meme lost some meaning and began to be used simply to compare two images, the second of which is usually cooler than the first. This could be, for example, a photo of an actor and his character in a film.
The 420 Campaign encourages people to participate in the political process to legalize marijuana. Particularly popular is the call to “make April 20 an annual starting point for consolidating efforts to pressure Congress to legalize marijuana.” Organizations such as NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws), SAFER (Safer Alternative for Enjoyable Recreation), and SSDP (Students for Sensible Drug Policy) are already using April 20 to advocate for the need for policy reform regarding the status of marijuana in society.
And what examples is everyone referring to?
On January 1, California became the largest US state to legalize the use of marijuana for recreational purposes.
Under the law, which went into effect on New Year's Day 2018, state residents over the age of 21 can possess up to one ounce (28 grams) of cannabis or grow up to six cannabis plants in their homes.
Opponents of the regulation argued that it would lead to an increase in driving and accidents under the influence of drugs, and would also encourage young people to use marijuana.
However, for entrepreneurs, the lifting of restrictions could become a new profitable industry worth billions of dollars. Californians voted to approve this law in November 2016, coinciding with the US presidential election. After this, legislators developed a number of taxes and regulations regulating the sale of the drug.
"Two Years of Chaos"
Critics of the law say bureaucratic complications could encourage cannabis sellers and users to remain on the black market. At the moment, only a few dozen stores have received permission to sell such goods.
In addition, the authorities of Los Angeles and San Francisco will have the right to impose additional sanctions on any point of sale of marijuana. “The first year or two is going to be chaos,” Troy Dayton, head of cannabis market intelligence firm Arcview, told AFP. As city officials negotiate their own supply and sales rules, he said, there could be "crazy pricing confusion."
However, experts predict that over time this business could bring huge profits in one of the richest states in the country. In 1996, California became the first US state to legalize marijuana for medical purposes.
Arcview estimates that the annual black market for cannabis in the United States is worth $5.1 billion, and could grow to $5.8 billion by 2021 if legalized. Legal marijuana buyers in the new market will now be forced to pay state, municipal and trade taxes, which are expected to amount to about $1 billion a year.
The use of marijuana will be prohibited in public places and within 300 meters of schools, as well as while driving a car. To date, marijuana has been legalized in six American states - Colorado, Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Nevada and California. This means that one in five Americans can buy the drug legally.
Despite this, US federal authorities still perceive marijuana as an illegal drug and place it on a par with heroin and cocaine.
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