On the recordMarch 7, 2018
People that are addicted need treatment, and they need help, and we are trying to get them the help they need rather than go after them on the law enforcement side.
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congress.govPeople that are addicted need treatment, and they need help, and we are trying to get them the help they need rather than go after them on the law enforcement side.
Hogan emphasizes the need for treatment over law enforcement for addiction.
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