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Glucksmann Opposes RN's Focus on Cannabis Users Amid Drug Crisis

Eurodeputy Raphaël Glucksmann argues for targeting drug traffickers rather than cannabis consumers to effectively combat France's drug problem.

  • Raphaël Glucksmann criticizes the RN's proposal to penalize cannabis users, suggesting it diverts police resources from tackling major drug networks.
  • Glucksmann emphasizes the need to dismantle drug trafficking networks and mafias rather than focusing on individual consumers.
  • The debate emerges as recent drug-related incidents in France have resulted in several fatalities, including minors.
  • Political figures from La France insoumise echo Glucksmann's stance, calling for enhanced judicial police capabilities to address organized crime.
  • Critics argue that current policies focusing on drug consumers have been ineffective, with France leading Europe in drug consumption rates.
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