Chapter
The Injustice and Folly of the American Justice System
58:49 - 1:03:56 (05:06)
The American justice system has a lot of flaws, from an excessive number of people imprisoned to harsh penalties for drug-related crimes. The political system also creates barriers to change, even when it's desperately needed.
Clips
The false argument that decriminalizing drugs will increase drug use is often used.
58:49 - 1:01:10 (02:21)
Decriminalization of Drugs
Summary
The false argument that decriminalizing drugs will increase drug use is often used. The speaker is among the minority who consider evidence and reason over emotions and vengeance when it comes to crimes like rape, robbery, and house burglaries.
ChapterThe Injustice and Folly of the American Justice System
Episode#211 - Chris Daw QC - Why We Should Close All Prisons & Legalise Drugs
PodcastModern Wisdom
The US prison system has issues, but politicians may not be willing to make the necessary changes, as it could lead to them losing their positions of power.
1:01:10 - 1:03:56 (02:45)
US prison system
Summary
The US prison system has issues, but politicians may not be willing to make the necessary changes, as it could lead to them losing their positions of power. Millions of people are affected by the current justice system, from those imprisoned to those facing the death penalty.