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It's not the same, but it's the first step. They probably thought the general public will perceive it better than going straight with legalization.
by kowdermeister 9y ago
It's not the same, but it's the first step. They probably thought the general public will perceive it better than going straight with legalization.
- mantas 9y agoOr they see drug addicts as health care issue, not criminals. Portugal has decriminalised more than a decade ago and they don't seem to turn to legalisation any time soon?
- kowdermeister 9y agoMotivations can be very different, as you say, drug addicts need help not jail time. Norway seems to me as a progressive nation, I hope they are on the right path.
- mantas 9y agoWhat is "the right path" though? Some people would say legalisation is the only path and other people, while supporting decriminalisation, wouldn't ever support legalising and promoting a health issue. Knowing Nordic history with alcohol, I'd say they're on the right path to treat their addicts and keep drugs at bay.