Carl Sheeler on Drugs Democratic Senate Challenger

Drug use is a health issue, not a moral issue

A: Oppose. It is not as much a morality issue as a health issue despite alcohol consumption and cigarette smoking being legal. The real issue is reduction of use and the costs to prosecute versus educate.

Decriminalize marijuana possession

Indicate which principles you support regarding drugs.
• Implement penalties other than incarceration for certain non-violent offenders.
• Decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana.
• Strengthen penalties and sentences for drug-related crimes.
• Sheeler adds, "The real costs of repeat offenders & recidivism versus the publics safety requires a balance of compassion and firm penalties. Alcohol, cigarettes, & marijuana are similar in risk.