Julian Buchanan DipSW, MA, PhD
Julian Buchanan DipSW, MA, PhD
Ending the Drug War: Incrementalism or Abolition?
Ending the Drug War: Incrementalism or Abolition?
Ending the Drug War: Incrementalism or Abolition?
Sunday 2nd January 2022
Julian Buchanan debates incrementalism vs. abolition in ending the drug war, stressing transparency and the impact on disadvantaged communities.
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Julian Buchanan DipSW, MA, PhD
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Get the buttons here!Abolition vs. Incrementalism: Rethinking the Drug War
There is only one acceptable solution to prohibition, and that is abolition.
Ever wondered if there's a better way to tackle the drug war? In this thought-provoking episode of 'Making Sense of Drugs', Julian Buchanan, a seasoned expert in drug policy, dives into the heated debate between incremental changes and outright abolition. With over fifty years of divisive and often harmful drug prohibition behind us, Buchanan questions whether small tweaks to the current system can ever be enough.
Should we treat drug use as a public health issue instead of a criminal one? And can we really end prohibition one drug at a time? This episode doesn’t shy away from tough questions. Buchanan delves into the dangers of incrementalism, the necessity for complete abolition, and the profound impact these policies have on disadvantaged communities. He also emphasizes the importance of transparency in drug reform and the critical need to differentiate between recreational and problematic drug use.
Throughout the discussion, Buchanan brings to light how selective legalization can be just as damaging as prohibition itself. If you’re curious about the future of drug policy and want to understand the real stakes involved, this episode is a must-listen.