Oregon lawmakers pass bill to recriminalize drug possession
Living in Oregon and witnessing firsthand the effects of drug decriminalization under Measure 110, I am deeply conflicted by the recent bill passed by Oregon lawmakers to recriminalize drug possession. Initially, I supported Measure 110, believing that decriminalization with a focus on treatment for addicts would be the key to addressing the state’s drug crisis. However, as time passed, it became evident that the promised treatment facilities and resources never materialized, leaving addicts without the support they needed to recover.
The surge in overdose deaths following the implementation of Measure 110 was a stark reminder of the failures of the system.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker