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We can't arrest our way out of the problem: A conversation with Kurt Schmoke - Episode 4
We can't arrest our way out of the problem: A conversation with Kurt Schmoke - Episode 4
We can't arrest our way out of the problem: A conversation with Kurt Schmoke - Episode 4
Monday 25th March 2019
Theo Hill chats with former Mayor Kurt Schmoke about evolving drug policies, mass incarceration, and the opioid crisis in Baltimore.
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Get the buttons here!Kurt Schmoke on Drug Policy: From Prosecution to Progressive Change
We weren't going to be able to arrest our way out of the problem. I mean year after year, we would see police come in with these big busts, you know, put a lot of drugs on the table and guns on the table and show that off, and one guy would get arrested but somebody else would replace him.
Ever thought about how drug policies have shaped the lives of those in Baltimore? In this episode of 'One Day at a Time: In Recovery in Baltimore', Theo Hill sits down with Kurt Schmoke, the former Mayor of Baltimore City, to unpack this very topic. Schmoke's journey from a tough-on-crime prosecutor to a pioneer of progressive drug policy is nothing short of fascinating.
He candidly discusses how his controversial stance on treating addiction as a public health issue rather than a criminal one impacted his political career during the late eighties and nineties. The conversation dives deep into the flaws of mass incarceration and why simply arresting people isn't the solution to the drug problem. Schmoke sheds light on the opioid crisis plaguing Baltimore and underscores the vital role of public service in tackling these challenges.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of drug policy, public health, and community impact. With Theo's empathetic interviewing style and Schmoke's insightful reflections, you'll gain a fresh perspective on how we can better address addiction and recovery in our communities.