The chapter delves into the struggles faced by legal marijuana businesses in obtaining licenses, particularly in states like New Jersey and New York City. It critiques the criminalization of marijuana offenses and advocates for second chances, featuring a conversation with a Cuban Uber driver touting the positive effects of marijuana. The narrative also shifts to discussions on agricultural practices in Cuba, economic disparities between socialist and capitalist societies, and personal reflections on work, income, and self-reliance in the United States.