Comment by cyberax

> A prime example is alcohol, where prohibition led to bad outcomes. This led to the regulated legalization model.

The problem is that addicts are not going to be satisfied. Canada tried "safe supply" programs, where addicts are provided with medical opiates. Some addicts ended up selling pills because they were too weak and buying stronger street drugs.

It also apparently failed to improve long-term outcomes, although it's a bit early to tell that for certain.

> Expecting legalized cannabis to substantially reduce cocaine use is like expecting banning of coffee would substantially increase alcohol consumption.

Well, it did not reduce opiate consumption either.