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Linda Pressly
BBC journalist and documentary maker known for her work on drug-related stories and documentaries around the world. She is a guest on this episode discussing Singapore's drug laws.
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Nov 15, 2024
• 26min
Does Singapore's death penalty deter drug crime?
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Linda Pressly, a BBC journalist renowned for her reporting on drug issues, joins the discussion about Singapore's stringent drug laws. She explores whether the country's harsh penalties, including the death sentence for traffickers, genuinely deter drug crime. Pressly compares Singapore’s zero-tolerance policy to evolving legislation elsewhere, like in the U.S. The conversation reveals personal stories of those affected and highlights the complexities of recovery within such a strict legal framework, emphasizing the importance of rehabilitation over punishment.
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