This text recounts the history of marijuana smuggling and activism in the United States during the 1970s. It focuses on the lucrative marijuana trade in Florida, the rise of independent smugglers, and the increasing involvement of organized crime. The story highlights the role of Thomas King Forsad, a smuggler who founded High Times magazine to promote cannabis legalization and fund activism. The narrative further details the clash between more moderate legalization efforts and the radical activism of groups like the Yippies, ultimately showing the complex interplay between business, politics, and social change in the marijuana movement. The text concludes by noting the magazine’s continued publication and the persistent activism despite setbacks.

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