Liberalize Drug Policy For A Better America

Drug abuse is a major problem throughout the world and has become more and more apparent in heavily populated areas. The sale and use of narcotics and other illicit drugs are linked to addiction, prostitution, government corruption, and violent crimes. In much of the world, including the United States efforts to stop illicit drug use have focused on stricter laws and enforcement but are they the most effective methods for keeping our communities safe? I believe that the liberalization of our nations drug policy is the most effective way to reduce drug abuse, violence, and ultimately the demand for drugs within the aggregate population. There never has been and never will be a drug free society. Strict prohibition has never been even remotely successful.