No, I don't do drugs anymore, either. But I'll tell you something about drugs. I used to do drugs, but I'll tell you something honestly about drugs, honestly, and I know it's not a very popular idea, you don't hear it very often anymore, but it is the truth: I had a great time doing drugs. Sorry. Never murdered anyone, never robbed anyone, never raped anyone, never beat anyone, never lost a job, a car, a house, a wife or kids, laughed my ass off, and went about my day.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A candid defense of personal drug history based on lack of harm caused.
- In plain terms
- I used drugs without hurting anyone or losing my life.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal drug use isn't always destructive.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is drug use harmless?
- How do you judge others' choices?
Another view
It ignores potential long-term health or social impacts.
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