Wake

For decades, the U.S. led a fierce campaign against the cultivation, distribution and sale of illegal drugs. In some states, and a select few countries, attitudes and policies have begun to change. But under a new U.S. administration, the war on drugs could be poised for a comeback. How will policies across the hemisphere impact the Trump Administration’s crackdown on drugs? Helping us to consider that question are: Kasia Malinowska, Director of the Global Drug Policy Program at Open Society Foundations. John Walsh, Senior Associate for Drug Policy at the Washington Office on Latin America. If you enjoy the show, follow us on Twitter @WakeOnAir. Want to leave us feedback? Shoot us an email at wake@talkmedianews.com Recorded April 20, 2017.  Hosted by Luke Vargas. Distributed by Talk Media News.