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So, is your belief, or the belief of this measure, that completely decriminalizing possession and use will cause no change in demand? More people will not be t

So, is your belief, or the belief of this measure, that completely decriminalizing possession and use will cause no change in demand? More people will not be tempted or trapped into using or trying drugs? Is that not a legitimate thing to question?

viraptor 6y ago
No, I have not said or implied that in any way. We can look at other countries and states for information and what to expect. With Portugal being one where long-term effects are known. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/05/upshot/portugal-drug-legalization-treatment.html https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/05/upshot/portugal-drug-lega... It's not all perfect, but looking at the overall impact on society it looks the right decision. Of course soft drugs will get more use as a result.
nine_k 6y ago
Portugal has this policy since 2001. No, demand hasn't skyrocketed.