Failed War on Drugs

The debate centers around the failure of the war on drugs, with the side in favor of legalization arguing that it has been ineffective and counterproductive. They note that despite the billions of dollars spent and the high incarceration rates, drug use remains prevalent and neighborhoods are not safer. The side against legalization highlights the decline in drug use over the past 30 years as evidence that the war on drugs has had success. They argue that legalization would lead to increased drug usage and addiction, with negative consequences for society.