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The Brief Highs and Crushing Lows of Drug Decriminalization

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Political Backlash and Accountability in Drug Decriminalization

This chapter examines the political consequences faced by district attorneys who advocated for drug decriminalization, resulting in significant electoral losses. It critiques the funding practices of organizations involved in drug policy reform and discusses the ideological rifts that emerged, particularly in response to controversial policies like those seen in British Columbia.

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