“This country may not be able to survive another 35 years of the war on drugs.”
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Still, the War is no closer to victory than ever. The War has served only to reduce our liberties. Warrantless searches, uncharged detentions, property seizures, and mistaken arrests have become the rule all in violation of the Bill of Rights. The War also cost us hundreds of billions of dollars in taxes, the corruption of police forces, soaring crime rates and gang warfare.
Second, we need to admit that there has always been a demand for mind-altering drugs, and there always will be. This demand will be met by someone. If drugs are legal – as are alcohol and tobacco – the demand will be met by legitimate companies who conduct their business in a calm, non-violent manner. If drugs are illegal, the demand will be met mostly by criminals who are willing to risk capture and imprisonment to make enormous profits.
Third, we need to admit that much of the misery that seems to come from illegal drugs results from the very fact that the drugs are illegal. People die from toxic drugs because it is illegal for reputable companies to provide a safe product. And the illegality of drugs means there is little literature available to help addicts handle their addiction safely.
If drugs were completely legal, probably a few well-known companies would produce them. Prices would be a fraction of what they are today, so addicts wouldn’t need to steal to support their habits.
What We Can Do About the Drug Problem continued...
    
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