Brandon Drake
Brandon Drake
Murder was the case that they gave me.
Murder was the case that they gave me.
Murder was the case that they gave me.
Friday 9th March 2018
Brandon Drake examines Indiana's HB 1359, debating its impact on overdose deaths and pushing for compassionate addiction treatment on Harm Reduction Radio.
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Get the buttons here!Indiana's HB 1359: Solution or Setback for Drug Overdose Deaths?
I'm sorry, but this girl is not a murderer, this is just a drug user that happened to be the one that went and got the dope.
What if the law could charge drug users with murder for possessing substances that cause overdoses? That's the crux of Indiana's proposed HB 1359 legislation, and it's stirring up a storm in the addiction and harm reduction communities. In this episode of 'Harm Reduction Radio', host Brandon Drake tackles this contentious issue head-on. He questions whether this bill will actually reduce overdose deaths or if it will just lead to more tragic outcomes.
With data from other regions that have enacted similar laws, Drake argues that such measures often do more harm than good. He emphasizes that addiction is a chronic illness needing treatment, not criminalization. The episode also delves into the importance of Good Samaritan laws, which protect those who seek help during an overdose, and Narcan laws that enable life-saving interventions. Drake passionately advocates for these measures as more effective solutions.
He also stresses the need for resiliency programs in schools to address the root causes of addiction, often tied to trauma. By encouraging listeners to attend the vote on March 13th and make their voices heard, Drake calls for collective action against the bill. His message is clear: understanding and compassion are key to addressing addiction. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that challenges conventional approaches and seeks a more humane path forward.