I didn’t realize providing health care was considered a burden in civilized countries. But you’re also mischaracterizing what I said. I Said they were less burdened by drug problems than other countries. So unless you’re saying we should just let our friends and family die you’re demonstrably wrong. Portugal is vastly improved from where they were and this minor uptick in problems does not negate that.

I did provide proof. Out of your own source that’s a respected newspaper. I’m sorry you’re dealing with addiction in your family but the evidence has been clear for decades. Decriminalize and treat. Portland forgot the second part and tried to make a large policy change during a pandemic. And instead of course correcting they’re throwing the whole thing out and going back to the system that didn’t work before.