I’ve seen a steady progression in my life (through education, social interaction in new environments and just the loss of my naivety), that illegal acts become tolerable to those that witness them, as long as those witnesses aren’t personally effected. Someone breaks a window and no one really says a word to the offender or even calls the authorities. In this case, Radar Magazine took on the social stigma of drug use in public, as it has seemed to have grown in use, popularity and tolerance. The term I have learned is “generational amnesia”.
The NY Times posted an article by Melena Ryzik, in June 2007 entitled: Cocaine: Hidden in Plain Sight. This being listed in the FASHION section no less as if it’s a fad to be ogled for proper wear this summer.
“Coke is the new weed.” apparently, however, when you light up a smoke people give you the evil stare… snow is just another socially accepted action.
White Mischief: RADAR Magazine Prank
By the way kids:
Besides its addictive potential, cocaine can cause elevated blood pressure, seizures, stroke, cardiac arrest or other heart problems, particularly in people with a pre-disposition. Combining it with alcohol, as many do, increases its toxicity, particularly in the liver, said Dr. Thomas Kosten, a professor of psychiatry and neuroscience and the director of the division of addictions at Baylor College of Medicine. See Effects and health issues for more information.