High at a cost: Can anything stop America's marijuana madness?

Vol. 11, No. 4

February 20, 2026

On the cover: Marijuana has become more accessible (and more potent) than ever in the U.S. But while Catholic teaching on its use is clear, on Page 10 Patrick T. Brown argues that any answer to society’s casual attitude toward weed should keep in mind that the consequences of pot use are hard to reconcile with the Church’s vision of a life well lived.