Texas Democrat Makes Waves with Campaign Ad Featuring Marijuana Use
Sally Duval’s Unconventional Approach Sparks Debate in District 73 Race
A Texas Democrat has captured attention with a bold campaign ad that shows her smoking bong, a move she says is aimed at pushing for legal cannabis reform in the state. Sally Duval, who is running for the Texas House of Representatives in District 73, shared the video on social media platform X, declaring it was “HIGH time for a change.”
“Safe, tested marijuana products” for Texans
In the ad, Duval advocates for the legalization of marijuana, emphasizing the need for residents to have access to “safe, tested marijuana products.” The video opens with Duval smoking a blunt and closes with her taking a hit from a bong.
Acknowledging the unconventional nature of her campaign message, Duval explained, “Texans have had enough of typical politicians paying lip service to important issues without ever actually putting their money where their mouth is.”
Beyond advocating for cannabis reform, Duval argues that regulating legal marijuana would benefit small farmers and provide critical funding for public schools. Her stance sets her apart in a state where recreational marijuana remains illegal.
Facing off against incumbent Carrie Isaac
Duval is challenging incumbent Republican Rep. Carrie Isaac in the November election. Isaac, who was first elected in 2022, represents a district located just south of Austin. The race could become a litmus test for shifting views on cannabis in the region.
Texas and the national cannabis debate
While several states have already decriminalized or legalized recreational marijuana use, Texas has remained a holdout. At both the state and federal levels, marijuana remains illegal, though hemp products containing CBD are allowed, and the state offers limited access to medical marijuana.
Earlier this year, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed lawsuits to block local ordinances in five cities that had decriminalized possession of small amounts of the drug.
As the cannabis debate continues to evolve nationwide, Duval’s campaign is betting that Texans are ready for change.