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The hyperbole might be intentional, because it might be the only way to get the word out to the marginalised elements of society that are at greatest risk. I ag
by starkd 4y ago
The hyperbole might be intentional, because it might be the only way to get the word out to the marginalised elements of society that are at greatest risk. I agree is not ideal, because it might lead people to ignore it. But the danger is very real.
- yamtaddle 4y agoThe target of those stories isn't marginalized elements, it's boring straight-laced suburban America. That's how you build enthusiasm for cracking down on illicit drug imports—which crackdown apparently mostly results in stopping prescription drugs that aren't fent, which may explain why this is being pushed so hard.
- starkd 4y agoThe target is mothers and fathers who have a child that might be susceptible to using recreational drugs. So, that they are aware and take extra notice. And maybe even have some narcan on hand just in case.