Worse than Futile: What’s Wrong with Using the U.S. Military to Counter Fentanyl
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The Rise of Fentanyl and the Iron Law of Prohibition
This chapter examines the rise of fentanyl and its connection to drug prohibition. It discusses the easy synthesis of fentanyl by amateur chemists, the concept of the iron law of prohibition, and the increased potency of fentanyl through the addition of xylazine and the emergence of isotoneidosine. The chapter also explores the issues of drug overdoses, harm reduction, and the need for public health policies that address the problem effectively.
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