My point of view, while extremely cogent, is unpopular. ... That the repressive nature of the legalities vis-a-vis drugs are destroying the legal system and corrupting the police system.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker argues drug laws are corrupting the legal and police systems.
- In plain terms
- Drug laws are hurting the legal system and police.
- What can you take from it?
- Laws can corrupt the very systems they aim to protect.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are laws causing the crime?
- What is the real goal?
Another view
Drug laws are intended to reduce harm, not cause it.
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