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Does Penalizing Drug Possession Curb Abuse?

Does Penalizing Drug Possession Curb Abuse?

Oregon’s Governor Tina Kotek has reversed the state’s groundbreaking policy of drug decriminalization, reintroducing criminal penalties for the possession of illegal drugs. The original law, enacted in 2020, aimed to reduce deaths and support addiction...
Should Oregon Retract Drug Decriminalization?

Should Oregon Retract Drug Decriminalization?

The law decriminalizing hard drugs in Oregon has led to an alarming increase in drug use and related fatalities, particularly due to fentanyl. The surge in drug-related issues has spurred lawmakers to reconsider their approach, with proposals to reclassify drug...