Budapest hosts final Million Marijuana March: Photos from the event
Hungarian Commissioner Condemns Legalization Protest on Easter Sunday
László Horváth, the government commissioner for eliminating drug dealing in Hungary, has strongly criticized a demonstration held on Easter Sunday calling for the legalization of marijuana. Horváth described the protest as a “shameless provocation” and vowed that it would be the last of its kind.
The Hungarian Two-Tailed Dog Party, known for its humorous approach to politics, organized the event in Budapest on Sunday, coinciding with the Christian holiday of Easter. Horváth expressed disbelief at the party’s decision to hold the protest on such a significant day, referring to it as a “baffling theory” that Easter is also associated with marijuana.
The event, dubbed the Million Marijuana March, took place near Deák Ferenc Square in the heart of Budapest. Horváth criticized the party for encouraging “the masses” to use drugs and condemned the decision to hold the event on one of the holiest Christian holidays. He emphasized that the issue was not about freedom of expression but rather an abuse of democratic opportunities.
According to the event’s description, the Million Marijuana March is a worldwide demonstration organized by the Two-Tailed Dog Party in Hungary. This is not the first time the party has organized such events, with previous marches including the “Grey Peace March” in Budapest.
Horváth’s condemnation of the protest highlights the ongoing debate surrounding drug policy and legalization in Hungary, with differing views on the issue within the political landscape. Despite Horváth’s strong words against the protest, it remains to be seen how this will impact future demonstrations or the broader discussion on drug legalization in the country.
