Roland Burris actually said...

we have to do something about the demand at home. We have to stop the users and the ability for individuals to acquire those drugs and start treating those people who are drug addicted rather than locking them up and putting them in prison, which is also raising our costs.

Context

Burris emphasizes addressing drug demand and treatment over incarceration.

03/24/2009

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