Collateral damage
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Problems created by attempts to control the trade in illegal drugs include the effects on police forces, such as possible corruption. There has also been an erosion of civil liberties, and Latino and African Americans are more likely to be imprisoned for drug-related offenses, though users come from all groups.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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The harm done
Article Abstract:
The damage caused by drug abuse is examined in detail. Injecting drugs can lead to infections, and there are links between crime and heroin consumption. However risks can be exaggerated.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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Choose your poison
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Issues related to the usage of illegal drugs are examined in detail. Cannabis is the most commonly consumers illegal drug, and poorer people tend to consume more drugs than the rich.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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