Bob Murphy Show Ep. 426 Why a Married Conservative Christian Changed Her Mind on the Drug War
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Jul 22, 2025 Christina Dent, founder of End It for Good and author of 'Curious,' shares her transformative journey from advocating punitive drug policies as a conservative Christian to promoting compassion in drug legislation. She discusses the negative effects of the drug war on families, influenced by her experiences as a foster parent. The conversation emphasizes the need for harm reduction over criminalization, critiques opioid regulations, and challenges misconceptions about drug legalization. Dent urges a reevaluation of societal attitudes toward addiction and advocates for understanding and support.
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Foster Parenting Opened Her Eyes
- Christina Dent became a foster parent and cared for a baby born exposed to drugs in utero.
- She realized that addicted mothers often deeply love their children despite struggles with addiction.
Law as Morality Signal Harms
- Using law to signal morality on drug use causes huge unintended harm.
- Criminalizing drugs damages families, fuels crime, and contradicts Christian and conservative values.
Drug Possession Is Victimless Crime
- Drug possession is a victimless crime as there is no direct victim to notify.
- Law enforcement resources are misallocated to drug arrests instead of solving violent crimes.
