CoolBreeze44 wrote:One thing you learn in addiction counseling/treatment is that even though you have a disease, you are still responsible for your own actions. Cops don't target addicts because they're addicts. Addicts draw attention from police because they become a threat to themselves as well as those around them.
Most people I've met who have addiction problems are really good people deep down. It's really heartbreaking to see people with potential struggle with the disease. But I can't blame the police for enforcing drug laws. In fact I'm glad they are out there doing it. Are there some bad apples in the police force? Of course. Is some type of reform overdue? Perhaps. But cops aren't in the business of ruining people's lives for sport. 99.9% of those who ruin their life are given multiple chances and multiple opportunities to turn their life around. At the end of the day, you are responsible for your actions.
Thanks for sharing Cool. I've appreciated you bringing your perspective because my knowledge of addiction in terms of substances is all 2nd hand at most.
FWIW I haven't seen a post in this thread suggesting cops are part of the problem. People are focusing on whether the law should be there in the first place.
leado01 wrote:Wow. This thread took a turn. Did anyone read the story? Or just the headline?
It's a sexy headline, but it doesn't appear they have a case on Pek . . .
I did and then posted my favorite memory of Pek in a safari outfit lol. As the baseball guy really hard to read the basketball side of this board lately. Makes me not want to even post on the Twins board side.
Welcome back Jester! You're still a Twins fan after another playoff sweep?
Yes even after another sweep. I really hate the format of 3 game first round. It looks like it's here to stay though. Excited for the future Though there a lot of great young talent ready to be called up.
leado01 wrote:Wow. This thread took a turn. Did anyone read the story? Or just the headline?
It's a sexy headline, but it doesn't appear they have a case on Pek . . .
I did and then posted my favorite memory of Pek in a safari outfit lol. As the baseball guy really hard to read the basketball side of this board lately. Makes me not want to even post on the Twins board side.
Welcome back Jester! You're still a Twins fan after another playoff sweep?
Yes even after another sweep. I really hate the format of 3 game first round. It looks like it's here to stay though. Excited for the future Though there a lot of great young talent ready to be called up.
Agreed and for me it's a fun team and it feels like we might actually have some pitching now.
