Memo to Mamdani: OD deaths surged after Canada province legalized drugs, with pol admitting ‘I was wrong’

A recent report highlights a troubling surge in overdose deaths in Vancouver, which saw a staggering 996.5% increase since the province legalized drugs and opened its first supervised injection site in 2003. The local politician's admission of being wrong about the policy underscores the urgent need for reevaluation of drug legalization strategies. This situation matters because it raises critical questions about public health and safety, prompting discussions on how to effectively address the ongoing overdose crisis.