Videos tagged with Cognitive Impairment

This video discusses the federal classification of marijuana as a Schedule 1 drug, comparing it to substances like heroin and LSD. It highlights the discrepancy between this classification and the widespread state-level legalization of marijuana for medical and recreational use. The speaker argues that the physiological and cognitive impacts of marijuana are more akin to alcohol, suggesting that restrictions on firearms rights for marijuana users may be inconsistent, especially when compared to alcohol consumption.

This video analyzes the Department of Justice's stance in United States v. Harris, challenging the prohibition of firearm possession for unlawful drug users under 18 U.S. Code Section 922(g)(3). It highlights the perceived hypocrisy of the DOJ advocating for cannabis legalization while simultaneously arguing for firearm bans based on drug use, drawing parallels to historical justifications for disarming individuals with mental illness. The discussion questions the consistency of applying such prohibitions to alcohol or prescription medication users.