Politics

8 Statements That Are “Probably” as Profound as What the DEA Leader Said About Cannabis

Published on July 29, 2015 · Last updated July 28, 2020

On Tuesday Chuck Rosenberg, the acting administrator for the Drug Enforcement Administration, showed off the experience that landed him at the DEA by proclaiming that heroin is probably more dangerous than cannabis.

Said Rosenberg:

“If you want me to say that marijuana’s not dangerous, I’m not going to say that because I think it is. Do I think it’s as dangerous as heroin? Probably not. I’m not an expert.”

No, Mr. Rosenberg, apparently you’re not an expert. Why would the head of the DEA need to be super knowledgeable about something like drugs, anyway?

Now, to be fair, concede the fact that Rosenberg’s shruggy response is still better than what his predecessor, recently-resigned Michele Leonhart, thought about cannabis — remember back in 2012 when she refused to say whether cannabis was as harmful as meth or crack? Or when she criticized President Obama for comparing smoking cannabis to drinking alcohol?

Still, it’s concerning that the head of the DEA is trying to justify his weak responses by saying he’s “not an expert” when it’s literally his job to be an expert in drug policy. So Mr. Rosenberg, if you need help wrapping your head around some other statements that are “probably” as profound as your thoughts on marijuana vs. heroin, take these eight maybe-facts (I don’t know for sure since I’m not an expert, but they feel like they could be mostly truthful) under consideration:

1. Warm, Gooey Cookies Probably Taste Better Than Plain, Flavorless Crackers

Chocolate chip cookies

Cookies are, in my opinion, pretty darn tasty, probably moreso than crackers, although I’m no expert so I can’t say for certain.

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2. Someone You Like on Game of Thrones is Probably Going to Die Next Season

Skull and sconces

Again, I’m not an expert, but that show kills off beloved characters faster than Snoop Dogg can roll a joint. I’m pretty sure George R.R. Martin wets his pen with the tears of millions of heartbroken fans.

3. It’s Probably Faster to Drive 200 Miles Than to Moonwalk It

Car driving

I mean, if moonwalking is your thing then by all means — I’m just saying it’s probably going to take you a while. (But I’m no expert in moonwalking so I can’t say for sure.)

4. Cancer is Probably Worse Than a Stubbed Toe

Holding a foot

Unless you stubbed your cancerous toe. That would probably doubly hurt. But then again, I’m not a doctor. Or a toe expert.

5. Fresh Sheets are Probably Nicer to Sleep in Than Burlap Sacks

Comfortable bed

But who knows, maybe you like the feeling of itchy, coarse fabric against your skin.

6. Petting a Puppy Probably Feels Better Than Petting a Porcupine

Retriever puppy

I mean, soft fur is probably nicer to the touch than sharp quills, right? Where’s a petting expert when you need one?

7. Beyoncé is Probably More Famous as a Solo Artist Than She Was in Destiny’s Child

Beyonce

You’re probably more familiar with “Single Ladies” than “Bills, Bills, Bills,” right, Mr. Rosenberg? I’m just sayin’, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams don’t have a cannabis strain named after their daughter. (But keep in mind that I don’t have my Bachelor’s degree in Beyoncénomics.)

8. Chuck Rosenberg Probably Needs to Better Educate Himself About Cannabis

Cannabis with textbooks

Probably. But I’m no expert.

Beyonce photo credit (resized): Beyonce via photopin(license)

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Rebecca Kelley
Rebecca Kelley
Rebecca is the Content Director at Leafly, where she oversees Leafly News production and other content projects.
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