How Prescription Drugs Sparked America's Heroin Epidemic

The video discusses the heroin epidemic in the U.S., highlighting the rise in heroin use and overdoses. It explains the connection between opioid painkillers and heroin addiction, noting that many new heroin users previously misused prescription drugs. The video also covers political responses, with Republicans focusing on border control and Democrats treating addiction as a health issue. The Obama administration's efforts to fund treatment and the need for the medical community to balance pain management with preventing addiction are also discussed.

What are the differing views of Republicans and Democrats regarding addiction?

What measures is Obama seeking to reduce heroin deaths?