What would happen if everyone stopped taking illegal drugs?

The end of rich country-consumers’ drug-taking wouldn’t end the corruption, political dysfunction, and criminality that plague the countries that have the misfortune to either produce illegal drugs or transit them towards America (Bolivia, Colombia, Peru, Central America, and Mexico being primary among them). read more

There is evidence that if drugs were legal, there would be less extreme drug taking. In Portugal, all drugs became legal over 10 years ago, and drug use has become safer (fewer deaths by overdose and fewer cases of HIV). read more

Illegal drugs aren't good for anyone, but they are particularly bad for a kid or teen whose body is still growing. Illegal drugs can damage the brain, heart, and other important organs. Cocaine, for instance, can cause a heart attack — even in a kid or teen. read more