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Professor Carl Hart, a neuroscientist and psychology professor at Columbia University, argues that all drugs should be legalized. He discusses his new book, Drug Use for Grown-Ups, and explains why decriminalizing drugs is a concept that aligns with American values. Hart's perspective is based on his research into the effects of illicit substances, and he presents his case to Steve in episode 28 of a podcast.
- ▪Carl Hart is a neuroscientist and psychology professor at Columbia University.
- ▪Hart's new book is titled Drug Use for Grown-Ups.
- ▪He argues that decriminalizing drugs is an American concept.
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Episode 28 Professor Carl Hart Argues All Drugs Should Be Legal — Can He Convince Steve? As a neuroscientist and psychology professor at Columbia University who studies the immediate and long-term effects of illicit substances, Carl Hart believes that all drugs — including heroin, methamphetamines, and cocaine — should be legalized. Steve talks to Carl about his new book, Drug Use for Grown-Ups, and Carl tells Steve why decriminalizing drugs is as American as apple pie.
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