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The Reason Interview With Nick Gillespie

Kat Murti: How To End the Drug War for Good

May 15, 2024
Kat Murti, former Cato Institute staffer, discusses drug policy reform with Nick Gillespie. They touch on youth activism, marijuana legalization, harm reduction, safe injection sites, and SSDP's work in psychedelics, emphasizing the need for practical actions over empty promises.
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Quick takeaways

  • Public support for marijuana legalization does not align with high arrest rates and incarceration for minor possession.
  • Successful drug policy reforms incorporate harm reduction strategies like safe use sites and education to address social challenges.

Deep dives

Pushing for Drug Policy Reform and Ending Prohibition

Over 90% of Americans from all political beliefs support the legalization of marijuana and advocate against incarceration for its use. Despite this strong public opinion, arrests for cannabis possession remain high, with substantial numbers in jail for minor amounts. Even in places where cannabis is legal, arrests have surged, especially among young people. Efforts like the Students for Sensible Drug Policy work to challenge the war on drugs and advocate for comprehensive drug policy reform.

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