Stopping it
Article Abstract:
Attempts to control traffic in narcotics are examined in detail. Lessons from the prohibition era in the US are explained. The damaging effects of current policies are set out, and include an assault on civil liberties, opportunities for corruption, and non-whites being more likely to be sent to jail.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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Better ways
Article Abstract:
Ways of dealing with illegal drugs and the problems they create are examined in detail. The Netherlands and Switzerland have both set up ways of tackling the problem which are more tolerant than those found in the US and Britain.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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Set it free
Article Abstract:
The case for legalizing narcotics is examined in detail. A gradual approach to legalization is recommended, and licensed outlets are proposed for hard drugs.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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