The Unseen Battleground: The War on Drugs and the Criminalization of Addiction

In this episode, we delve into the complex and often controversial issue of the war on drugs and the criminalization of addiction. Through interviews with experts in drug policy, criminal justice reform advocates, and individuals directly impacted by the criminal justice system, we explore the historical roots, unintended consequences, and ethical dilemmas surrounding the war on drugs. We also examine the growing recognition of addiction as a public health issue and the emerging shift towards harm reduction and treatment-based approaches to drug-related crime. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.