After 50 years of the war on drugs, 'what good is it doing for us?'

Re:After 50 years of the war on drugs, 'what good is it doin... by rektide on Thursday June 17, 2021 @02:42PM (#27542978)

> Who does the government want to marginalize? I thought the government (and the rest of the world, really) was all about equality and inclusion as of late.

Only the moral & good parts of the government. There's plenty of politicians & forces out there whose campaign message & activities are rather the opposite.

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Re:After 50 years of the war on drugs, 'what good is it doin... by bumby on Thursday June 17, 2021 @02:52PM (#27543109)

I think the problem with this statement is that, if not read generously, it can be an easy way to demonize any opposition. “If you don’t agree with X govt policy intended to combat inequality, you are immoral.”

It’s possible to agree with the moral intent but also disagree with the policy. (Not saying this was your frame of argument, just thought it an important distinction).

Edit: downvotes are fine but please add to the discussion. Maybe you’ll change someone’s mind.

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