Reader: Weeds‘ Starbucks pot shops a plot twist, not reality

The finale of Showtime's Weeds predicted Starbucks-like pot shops will proliferate a few short years from now -- a notion that resonates locally given the presence on the November ballot of Amendment 64, the Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol Act. But one reader reminds us to be aware of the differences...
By Michael Roberts
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The finale of Showtime’s Weeds predicted Starbucks-like pot shops will proliferate a few short years from now — a notion that resonates locally given the presence on the November ballot of Amendment 64, the Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol Act. But one reader reminds us to be aware of the differences between fiction and reality.

neopunk15 writes:

First off, its a TV show. It is sad to see it go, but its hard to believe Weeds is any closer to reality than CSI.

Second. I loved Weeds, great show, great cast, could have used more Conrad.

And lastly, Paul Vincent Saurini: I am sure you prefer your cartel swag.

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

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