San Francisco mayoral candidates are focusing on increasing law enforcement to tackle drug dealing and usage on sidewalks, raising concerns among health experts as overdose rates escalate.
Former interim Mayor Mark Farrell argues that harm reduction has "gone too far," asserting that neighborhoods suffer from open-air drug markets, particularly in areas heavily affected by fentanyl.
Laura Guzman of the National Harm Reduction Coalition argues that the mayoral candidates' plans extend the city’s current approach to overdose management, questioning the effectiveness of strict enforcement.
Daniel Lurie proposes a 'co-responder' model to integrate behavioral health professionals with law enforcement at overdose incidents, promoting service connections during crises.
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