EDITORIAL – America Should Rethink War on Drugs – Commentary – Jamaica …

EDITORIAL – America should rethink War on Drugs – Commentary – Jamaica …

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The fact that marijuana is not considered to be in the same category of hard drugs like cocaine makes it a good starting point for a new American conversation on, and rethink of, its War on Drugs and the collateral damage that it leaves in countries … Read more on Jamaica Gleaner

Check or raise?: The house always wins

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In fact, many got into drugs because of poker. “When you are in stress after losing a bundle of cash, the most tempting thing is a rolled up joint or a line of cocaine,” says a regular player. “It is the best way to relax and it numbs you enough to … Read more on The Express Tribune

Hooked on opiates: More legal use leads to more addiction, crimes, deaths

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The distribution of painkiller opiates has increased 43 percent statewide since 2005, but this is tempered by the fact that use of older drugs — such as Demerol and codeine — has declined, while use of the new, more powerful drugs such as oxycodone … Read more on Pioneer Press