Series: The Drug Issue: Part 10 Of 13

TELEPOLL: DRUGS

Nearly everyone will agree that drug abuse is a problem, and that the
problem is growing. But ask ten people what should be done about drug
abuse, and you'll get eleven different answers.

Many believe the answer lies in harsher penalties for drug abusers. Some
feel that "more teeth" in laws against possession and trafficking of
illegal drugs would either deter abuse, or simply make it harder to get
illicit substances and reduce abuse in that way. Others feel the laws are
adequate - but are not adequately enforced.

Many want to relax - or eliminate - laws which they feel raise the price of
illegal drugs and force increased criminal activities by those trying to
get money to support their habits.

This week's question:

Are Canada's drug laws too tough?

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