Voters in Red and Blue States Repudiate Lenient Drug Policies
Briefly

In state and local elections, voters approved tougher drug penalties and rejected measures to legalize recreational marijuana and psychedelics, signaling discontent with permissive drug policies.
Keith Humphreys emphasized a shift in public sentiment, noting that the philosophy prioritizing drug users' rights over community safety and well-being has been thoroughly rejected.
President-elect Donald J. Trump reflected voters' frustration, stating, 'Our once-great cities have become unlivable... We are making the many suffer for the whims of a deeply unwell few.'
Recent election outcomes highlight a growing impatience among Americans regarding visible public disorder, prompting calls for more stringent drug policy measures in various states.
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