They know that it's true, but they don't want to acknowledge the fact, because they fear that it weakens their argument.
I understand that the legalization of narcotics will increase drug use, and the associated societal ills, but I also understand that legalization will eliminate the crime associated with the war on drugs.
It's a question of balance. And right now, I think that legalization will be better for society, overall, as the legalization of alcohol is preferable to prohibition.
It’s a question of balance. And right now, I think that legalization will be better for society, overall, as the legalization of alcohol is preferable to prohibition.
My idea of balance is the status quo.
Legalization of all illegal drugs will only encourage more.
I understand your point but think society will benefit by making illegal drug use a taboo that may land one in legal trouble.
No, it will not, because there always be someone who will seek to work outside the law - no matter how liberal is the law - in order to profit from the misery of others.
How would St. Thomas react to the proposition that there should be no legal sanction against people whose goal in life is to victimize others for profit? Under what definition of "justice" would this be in fact considered "just"?
+JMJ,
~Theo