Matt Ingrouille
Matt Ingrouille
Episode 02 - Time to Legalize? Author, Bill Bogart, thinks so.
Episode 02 - Time to Legalize? Author, Bill Bogart, thinks so.
Episode 02 - Time to Legalize? Author, Bill Bogart, thinks so.
Tuesday 17th April 2018
Join Bill Bogart on the 'Say Know Podcast' as he argues for legalizing recreational drugs with medical supervision to reduce harm.
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Get the buttons here!Bill Bogart's Bold Vision: Legalizing Recreational Drugs for a Safer Society
I want drugs legalized, not because I think they're harmless, I am very aware of the harm they can do.
Imagine a world where recreational drugs are legal, regulated, and used under medical supervision. In this thought-provoking episode of the 'Say Know Podcast', host Matt Ingrouille sits down with Bill Bogart, a University Professor and Professor of Law at the University of Windsor. Bogart, who authored 'Off the Street: Legalizing Drugs', presents a compelling case for the legalization of all recreational drugs.
He argues that criminalization has failed to curb drug use and suggests that a regulated approach could reduce harm and improve public health. Bill dives into how laws impact socioeconomic conditions and draws parallels with other regulated substances like tobacco. He points out that education and regulation have successfully reduced smoking rates, questioning why a similar approach hasn't been applied to drugs.
Bogart also addresses safe injection sites, viewing them as signs of shifting attitudes towards harm reduction rather than punishment. Throughout the episode, Bogart challenges listeners to rethink their views on drug policy. He emphasizes the need for compassion and understanding in dealing with addiction, advocating for resources to be redirected from criminal justice to social and health services.
This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of drug policy and the potential benefits of a more humane approach. So, if you're curious about how legalizing drugs could reshape society, tune in to this engaging episode of the 'Say Know Podcast'. Matt Ingrouille and Bill Bogart offer insights that might just change the way you think about addiction and drug use.