This book has completely changed my perspective on the U.S. War on Drugs. As a kid I went to a Just Say No rally with Kirk Cameron and Nancy Reagon. I believed that heroin is addictive after one use. I saw crack eat up South Central Los Angeles.

Or so I thought.

Sullum believes not only believes in legalizing drugs but also that drugs can be used by adults for pleasure...and it's ok.

Why are alcohol and tobacco legal while marijuana is not? Is one truly worse for you than the other?

This is a well-researched, easy to read book. I think everyone should read it. ( )