Ivy League Professor - And Heroin User - Makes Case for Drug Legalization
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The United States is presently going through a watershed moment when it comes to drug legalization. Marijuana whether for recreational or medical use is legal in a growing number of states, and some cities and states are also exploring psychedelics. Earlier this month, Oregon officially decriminalized the possession of small amounts of drugs, and is now issuing fines or directing those cited towards treatment.
It’s a significant shift in public policy. But even someone who might applaud these decisions could still be taken aback by the argument made by Columbia University professor Carl Hart in a new book. That book, titled