Julian Buchanan DipSW, MA, PhD
Julian Buchanan DipSW, MA, PhD
Regulation must address the fundamental harms of prohibition
Regulation must address the fundamental harms of prohibition
Regulation must address the fundamental harms of prohibition
Friday 4th February 2022
Julian Buchanan explores the true harms of drug prohibition and the need for reform before state regulation in this insightful episode.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Drug Policies: Addressing the Real Harms of Prohibition
It is widely accepted among most drug policy experts that drug prohibition has caused more damage than the actual drugs the government is supposedly protecting us from. Reform is long overdue.
Ever thought about the real damage caused by drug prohibition? In this eye-opening episode, Julian Buchanan, a retired associate professor of criminology, dives into the heart of the issue. He argues that the true harm comes not from the drugs themselves, but from the criminalisation and enforcement policies surrounding them. Buchanan makes a compelling case that drug convictions can destroy lives, affecting employment opportunities, relationships, housing, and even the ability to travel overseas.
Before we even think about state regulation, he suggests, we need to abolish drug prohibition and restore the fundamental human right for adults to possess and cultivate substances for personal use without fear of punishment. Only then can we start to build a sensible model for business regulation, health, education, and treatment. But it's not all straightforward—Buchanan also questions whether the state can effectively regulate drugs in a way that truly protects human rights and promotes harm reduction.
This episode offers a raw and insightful look at the complexities of drug legalization and its potential pitfalls. If you're interested in understanding the deeper issues behind drug policies, this episode is a must-listen.