Quote by Ralph Nader

Addiction should never be treated as a crime. It has to be treated as a health problem. We do not send alcoholics to jail in this country. Over 500,000 people are in our jails who are nonviolent drug users.

Addiction should never be treated as a crime. It has to be t

Summary

This quote emphasizes the need for a shift in the way addiction is perceived and addressed within society. Instead of treating addiction as a criminal issue, the quote argues for treating it as a health problem. By drawing a parallel with alcoholism, the quote questions the discrepancy in the way alcoholics and nonviolent drug users are treated. It highlights the fact that numerous individuals are incarcerated solely for being addicted to drugs, implying that a more compassionate and rehabilitative approach should be taken to address addiction rather than resorting to punitive measures.

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