Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions Expresses General Support for RNC, DNC On Drugs, But Much More Must Be Done
(WASHINGTON, DC) – With both the Republican and Democrat party platforms now adopted without strong language to combat drug proliferation, the Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS) is calling on both presidential campaigns to prioritize ending the nation’s drug and addiction crises. With more than 100,000 drug overdose deaths in the United States last year and new data showing daily use of dangerous psychoactive drugs now outpacing alcohol, FDPS has urged political leaders to prioritize the issue in this year’s campaign.
“It is critical to note that both parties, once again, rejected the legalization of marijuana in their platforms – clearly, this is not a political win as voters seek answers on public health and safety. While it was heartening to see that the Democrats included language in their platform to combat drug trafficking, expand the use of drug courts, and increase interventions for people suffering from addiction, it is critical that both parties prioritize reducing access to dangerous substances as well,” said Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS) President and CEO Dr. Kevin Sabet, a former White House drug policy advisor to Presidents Obama, Bush and Clinton.
“Party platforms are supposed to outline values and priorities to voters and laying out a plan to address the nation’s deadly drug crisis should have been given greater attention on a bi-partisan level. Both parties can do more, lest they miss an opportunity to advance meaningful change by curtailing not only illegal drug supply, but also for-profit industries that prey upon the vulnerable. The data confirms have increased addiction rates across the country.
“The lives lost and destroyed by drugs continue to mount. Vice President Harris and former President Trump have a solemn responsibility to fight drug normalization and promote a future for America that prioritizes treatment, recovery, and drug-free living. The party platforms are a start, but much more needs to be done. Let’s hope they will both be up to the task. Too many American’s lives depend on it.”