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mk  ·  4279 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: Mark Kleiman on why we need to solve our alcohol problem to solve our crime problem

Agreed. However, I know far more people that have than those that haven't. Really, most adults I know. I doubt supporters of this law would want it applied to everyone that has offended. It would crush the economy and legal system.





user-inactivated  ·  4279 days ago  ·  link  ·  

Sometimes there's no alternative. I understand that, and honestly, to take the side that I mentioned above would be very slightly hypocritical. It's a shame. I think kb's right below, though his usual brusque manner is in full force.

steve  ·  4279 days ago  ·  link  ·  

| his usual brusque manner is in full force.|

uh... this blew up in my face. Apparently by stating I have "little pity" for some one was interpreted as: I hope they die and rot in a shallow grave, unremembered by any living soul.

This of course is not the case. I've already reached out to kleinbl00 privately, but I should say for the record, I'm not judging anyone or damning anyone for their behavior. I have some pity for them because in these cases, the punishment does not seem to fit the crime.

    But that's a bit too nuanced for you.

As far as nuance goes, no, I'm not the smartest guy in the room, but as originally stated, I don't agree with the author that higher taxes, increased punishments, or more governement involvement is the answer. Rather, solving our crime problem is much more nuanced, requiring efforts in the personal/social/familial elements of our lives. Thanks for the personal attack though.

user-inactivated  ·  4279 days ago  ·  link  ·  

I think you replied to the wrong person.

kleinbl00  ·  4279 days ago  ·  link  ·  

    I've already reached out to kleinbl00 privately,

"I'm not sure why you feel the need to come out swinging. Have a good one."