“The way to help people who have these issues is to give them information. At some point, it’s individual responsibility.”
TomorrowWorld’s decision hints at a broader debate in America: Is it best to urge abstention and take a hard line against drug users? Or is it better to accept drug use as an entrenched practice, treat addicts and teach others to imbibe intoxicants more safely?
In a departure from a policy of zero tolerance towards drugs,
TomorrowWorld concertgoers will somehow be given both messages.
... a nonprofit drug education group will be giving advice, not only on the dangers of drug abuse, but also on how those who choose to take party drugs can use them more safely.
I wish I could say I was optimistic, that this will work.