Carl Hart TedMed Talk - QUESTIONS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9HMifCoSko
What is Hart's background and what were his original beliefs about drug addiction and crime when he was younger?
What laws were passed in 1986 by congress (regarding cocaine)?
What changed his perspective on the poverty/crime cycle?
What percentages does he give about general drug use and addiction? (i.e. what percentage of people use drugs and DON'T get addicted?)
What were some key findings from his research and lab experiments?
What does he say about how drug laws are enforced (in terms of race and class)?
What ratio of black males will spend time in prison or jail? What ratio for whites?
What are his final 3 suggestions that he claims would have a more positive impact on drug users and drug policy?
What is his perspective on recreational drug use and drug users?
What are your opinions on his arguments?