captaintsubasa posted:

Ice. Media calls it an 'epidemic'. Ice is a unifying problem for diverse communities. From the marginalised communities to the suburban white folks. Some argue that this is more of a health issue now than a legal issue. Some say that criminalising addicts will give them no hope of a future, except more crime. "Prohibition is futile." Certain nations like Portugal and Switzerland have essentially decriminalised ice, and are focusing on treating addicts and spreading awareness as a prevention measure. Some argue that other western nations should adopt this method. There is comparison drawn between this theory and the needle exchange program implemented since the 1980's to counter the spread of AIDS among heroine addicts. Your thoughts?