Four reasons to end the silence on the war on drugs

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Four reasons to end the silence on the war on drugs

2 July 2020

The war on drugs has wreaked havoc on millions of people across the world for half a century, but remains uncontested by all but a few. It has become an established part of the world order, even when its devastating impacts – not to mention its lack of success – are all too obvious.

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All over the world, Frontline AIDS partners work closely with people who use drugs. Every day we witness the devastating impact of the war on drugs. Here are four reasons why it’s time to speak up against it.