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In reply to the discussion: Let's legalize meth, and every other such recreational drug. [View all]think
(11,641 posts)4. K&R. Safe regulation is better than bath tub science.
Although your headline is pretty bold your arguments and examples are well thought out.
Well done.
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When I was using, toxicity was not a concern -- nor was getting caught. I just wanted to get
gateley
Dec 2012
#28
Unfortunately that would take international action since we're signatory to several UN drug treaties
Recursion
Dec 2012
#7
People shoot up meth because it's easier to come by than less harmful stimulants...
backscatter712
Dec 2012
#9
I urge everyone to watch Breaking The Taboo... a new one-hour long documentary about the WoD...
Comrade_McKenzie
Dec 2012
#10
When all defendants don't "take the deal" and demand a jury trial these prosecutions will stop.
xtraxritical
Dec 2012
#26
And then alleviate the causes that motivate people to use them to the point
Egalitarian Thug
Dec 2012
#22
But, increase the penalties for crimes committed while under the influence.
Tierra_y_Libertad
Dec 2012
#31
What would be the benefit of increased penalties for crimes committed while under the influence? nt
ZombieHorde
Dec 2012
#50
I don't have much experience with people on drugs (other than MJ) but the two people
GreenPartyVoter
Dec 2012
#40
Thank you for this. I will see if I can find that show. I know I have seen articles about
GreenPartyVoter
Dec 2012
#57
The first three can be addressed by criminalizing the behavior, not the drug itself
Major Nikon
Dec 2012
#62
Like I said before, for hard stuff, I'm in favor of recreational/addiction-management prescriptions.
backscatter712
Dec 2012
#63
i am not so sure about all drugs. I think i would do E a lot more frequently
La Lioness Priyanka
Dec 2012
#45
Very well said!!! Especially the loss of hope in this country. I think many find the
RKP5637
Dec 2012
#53
Education is the answer and choice, NOT imprisonment and enabling the black market. That said,
RKP5637
Dec 2012
#51
If the only choices are the imbecilic drug war & full legalization of all drugs, I vote legalization
Warren DeMontague
Dec 2012
#55