Can America's War on Drugs Ever Be Won?

The video explores the history of drug use in America, highlighting how substances like cocaine and heroin were once legally available. It discusses the shift in drug policy with Nixon's war on drugs and the establishment of the DEA. The opioid crisis is examined, noting Trump's declaration of a public health emergency. The video concludes by questioning the effectiveness of criminalization and suggesting alternative approaches, like Portugal's decriminalization model, which focuses on therapy over punishment.

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