By Argus Staff
ST. LOUIS — A timely and thought-provoking community event is set to take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, as Muhammad Mosque #28 presents Student Minister Dr. Wesley Muhammad for a powerful public lecture addressing one of the most pressing issues impacting Black communities today.
Titled “The Pot Plot: Marijuana, Hip Hop, and the Scientific Assault on Black America,” the event will explore the growing concerns surrounding marijuana use, cultural influence, and long-term health and social consequences. The discussion is rooted in Dr. Muhammad’s widely discussed book, Understanding the Assault on the Black Man, Vol. 2, and will challenge attendees to critically examine whether marijuana has been strategically normalized in ways that harm Black communities.
The event will be held at the Better Family Life Cultural & Business Center, located at 5415 Page Boulevard in St. Louis. Doors open at 3:00 p.m., with the program beginning at 4:00 p.m. Admission is free, making the event accessible to the broader community.
Organizers are framing the forum not just as a lecture, but as a call to awareness and action. Central to the discussion is a provocative question: “Has marijuana been weaponized against the Black community?” The presentation is expected to connect cultural trends, scientific research, and historical patterns, offering attendees a deeper understanding of how social behaviors and external influences intersect.
Dr. Wesley Muhammad, known for his research-driven and unapologetic approach, brings both academic insight and community-centered perspective. His work has consistently focused on issues affecting Black health, development, and empowerment, making this event particularly relevant for families, youth, educators, and community leaders.
With increasing legalization and shifting public perception of marijuana nationwide, this forum arrives at a critical moment—encouraging informed dialogue, personal responsibility, and collective awareness.
For more information, attendees can call 314-486-9588.
As communities navigate complex social and health challenges, events like this serve as vital spaces for truth, reflection, and forward movement.
