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keopeli

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3. Thanks for the information. So sorry you're going through this.

Reply to HandmaidsTaleUntold (Reply #2)

Sat Apr 27, 2024, 05:40 AM

Apr 27

Learning to create a society that does not vilify/imprison addicts is going to be tough. I'd rather take the compassionate approach and create laws to deal with it than to criminalize addiction. But, no doubt, you are paying the price for being on the vanguard of progressivism. Thank you for taking the plunge and learning for the rest of us. I pray you remain safe.

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British Columbia to recriminalize use of drugs in public spaces [View all] SouthBayDem Apr 27 OP

I'm proud of BC for trying this program. They can step back now as necessary, retaining compassion. keopeli Apr 27 #1

Oregon Doing Same HandmaidsTaleUntold Apr 27 #2

Thanks for the information. So sorry you're going through this. keopeli Apr 27 #3

They had to do something because of the groundswell of opposition OnlinePoker Apr 27 #4

So reformers and advocates said, "We know best. Trust us. Really, it'll be so much better." Igel Apr 27 #5