The article discusses a Twitter confrontation sparked by an assertion regarding drug policy, particularly the effectiveness of abstinence-based recovery strategies over harm reduction. Sup. Matt Dorsey argues against the claim that abstinence has never worked, suggesting it undermines successful recovery narratives. The article critiques this perspective, highlighting the risk of abandoning harm reduction strategies, such as safe injection sites, which could have significant implications for public health and safety. Dorsey's proposed bill emphasizes complete cessation of illicit drug use, raising concerns about its potential consequences for current drug policy approaches.
This absurd statement in 48Hills - that abstinence-based recovery 'has never worked,' and 'often causes serious problems' - reflects the tired, factually vacant shibboleths of the drug-decriminalization fringe.
Many millions of people worldwide - myself included - *do* find success in abstinence-based recovery traditions for addiction and alcoholism. And research shows that millions more benefit from Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
Dorsey is introducing a bill that would 'establish the cessation of illicit drug use and attainment of long-term recovery from substance use disorders as the primary objective of the City's drug policy.'
If that's the primary objective, then harm reduction gets cast aside. Safe injection sites are not in the picture.
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