Drug war hall-of-famer Rep. Mark Souder (R-IN) is running for re-election in a tight race, yet his campaign site doesnât say one word about his extensive contributions as the leading congressional advocate for "tough on drugs" policies. Itâs easily the defining issue of his political career, yet with everything on the line, he doesnât seem to think his drug war demagoguery is a selling point for his campaign.
Wouldnât it be ironic if Mark Souderâs campaign has determined that it would be "political suicide" to associate him with the increasingly unpopular war on drugs? Welcome to the new drug war politics, Mark Souder. We made you a nametag and saved a seat next to Bob Barr. When can we expect you?
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Just since the beginning of 2008, we have seen an extraordinary increase in drug legalization efforts and activities in the US.