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What does it mean?
She condemns hard drugs but views marijuana as less severe.
In plain terms
Hard drugs are bad but she thinks marijuana is mild.
What can you take from it?
Substances vary in perceived risk.

Where it applies

  • drug debate
  • personal values
  • comparing risks

Putting it to work

  • evaluate substance risks
  • form personal stance

Questions to consider

  • Is one drug worse than another?
  • How do you judge substances?

Another view

Mild drugs still carry risks.

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