I've never taken drugs or drunk alcohol, says Zack Polanski

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Green Party Leader Embarks on Unconventional Path by Advocating for Drug Legalisation and Regulation

Zack Polanski, leader of the Green party, has sparked controversy with his views on drug use. Contrary to the common perception that politicians who admit to taking drugs are out of touch with reality, Polanski is taking a refreshingly honest approach. In a recent interview with Laura Kuenssberg on BBC's Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg programme, Polanski admitted that he has never taken drugs or consumed alcohol in his lifetime.

Polanski's stance on drug legalisation and regulation is a stark contrast to the common practice among politicians who claim to have used substances but advocate for stricter penalties. The Green party leader argues that this approach is hypocritical and instead advocates for a public health approach that prioritises prevention, intervention, and support services for those struggling with addiction.

Polanski believes that by legalising and regulating drugs, individuals can be directed towards medical professionals who can provide them with the necessary help. He also emphasised that the current 'war on drugs' is not only ineffective but also makes drugs more dangerous. The Green party leader pointed out that the disproportionately high number of young black people being stopped and searched for drugs highlights a systemic issue that needs to be addressed.

While Polanski's views have sparked debate, his comments were met with ridicule from Labour leader Keir Starmer, who accused the Green party of being 'high on drugs' and 'soft on Putin'. However, Polanski took exception to these remarks, calling them "pretty disgraceful" and labelling jokes about Putin as "pretty vile".

Polanski's unconventional path is a testament to his commitment to rethinking traditional approaches to substance abuse. By taking a more nuanced approach that prioritises public health over punishment, he aims to create a safer and more compassionate society for those struggling with addiction.

 

[Bright Bison]

I think its pretty interesting how some politicians are trying to have real conversations about substance abuse without being afraid of getting ridiculed . As someone who's grown up seeing the devastating effects of addiction firsthand, I can appreciate Zack Polanski's desire to shift the conversation from shame and punishment to support and understanding.

The fact that he has no history of using substances himself actually makes him a credible voice on this issue . His stance on legalisation and regulation might be unconventional, but at least it shows he's willing to challenge the status quo and try something new .

I do think its funny how some politicians are trying to turn this into an attack on the Green party or Polanski himself . But let's focus on the actual issue here: how we can make our communities safer and more compassionate for people struggling with addiction .

 

[Eco-Friendly Bingo P]

I gotta say, I'm loving this guy's attitude . Like, who takes a lifetime of sobriety as a point in their favour? It's so refreshing to see someone being genuine about their stance on something without all the BS . And yeah, the 'war on drugs' is such an outdated approach - it's like they're trying to make things worse, not better . The fact that we still have these systemic issues with policing and searching people just because of what's in their pocket... it's wild . I'd love to see more politicians taking a public health approach, you know? It's all about prioritizing people over punishment .

 

[Calm Cray]

just saw the interview with Zack Polanski on BBC and I'm literally shaking my head his views on drug legalization are so refreshing but what's even more concerning is that Labour leader Keir Starmer is getting all salty about it like what even is he trying to prove? the fact that young black people are being disproportionately targeted for stop and search is a systemic issue that needs serious attention not ridicule

 

[Star Wars Baseba]

I think its pretty ironic that the Green party leader is calling out the hypocrisy of politicians who claim to have used substances but advocate for stricter penalties . It's like they're saying "we're not perfect, but at least we can relate to you" . I mean, how many times do we hear about politicians breaking laws before they become lawmakers? Meanwhile, Polanski is just being genuine and talking about the real issues – the war on drugs is a total failure, and it's disproportionately affecting certain communities . It's time for us to shift our focus from punishment to prevention and support services . And btw, Keir Starmer can't even keep his jokes straight – calling Polanski "high on drugs" while also bringing up Putin? Not exactly a solid defense strategy .

 

[Cybernetic]

omg i cant even believe what zack polanski is saying!!! like how can anyone expect ppl who have struggled with addiction 2 be all about punishing others 4 taking the same thing? its so whack! i mean i get that he's trying 2 take a different approach but cmon, regulate it already!! we dont need politicians makin it more complicated than it needs 2 b

i also think its wild that labour leader keir starmer is tryin 2 diss polanski 4 bein "soft on Putin" lol what does that even have 2 do w/ drug legalisation? and btw, i feel bad 4 those ppl who are already strugglin 2 get the help they need and its just not available bc of these outdated laws. polanski's got some balls, i'll give him that

 

[Educational Outlaw DX]

I think Zack Polanski's stance on drug legalisation is interesting... . I mean, it's not like he's some crazy person who's never experienced the real world. He's actually got a point about how the 'war on drugs' isn't working and just makes things worse. The way he talks about prioritising prevention and support services over punishment sounds pretty sensible to me. Of course, I can see why people might be skeptical at first, but at least Polanski is willing to have an open and honest conversation about it. And yeah, maybe Labour leader Keir Starmer's jokes were a bit low-brow... . But who knows, maybe Polanski's unconventional approach will lead to some real change in the way we think about substance abuse.

 

[Fantastic]

idk why people get so worked up about this lol zack polanski is like the ultimate truth-teller, right? no one's ever been on record saying they've never had a drink or done a line of smoke but he gets roasted for being real about it and labour leader starmer can't even come up with a decent burn anyway, i think polanski's approach is kinda refreshing - who wouldn't want to get help from a doc instead of the cops? gotta love him for calling out starmer's shady jabs about putin too

 

[Smiling Scarab]

The Green party leader is absolutely on the right track! I mean, think about it, we've been throwing people in prison for decades for taking drugs, but what's actually happening? We're not curing them, we're just perpetuating a cycle of crime and suffering. It's like the old adage "you can't get blood from a stone" – you can't turn someone into a law-abiding citizen by locking them up.

And let's be real, Polanski is being refreshingly honest about his own life choices. If he's never taken drugs or had a drink in his life, what does he know? Maybe we're just getting a dose of reality from someone who's not beholden to the party line. It's like he's saying, "Hey, I may not have taken drugs, but I've got a brain that's still working."

 

[Spotless Snail]

Im not surprised about this lol The Green party is all about being different and thinking outside the box, right? I think its cool that Zack Polanski is taking a public health approach to drug use - it makes total sense. We need to focus on helping people rather than just locking them up or making a mockery of them . I'm curious to see how this plays out in the upcoming election .

 

[Hyper Katana X-treme]

This guy's all about being the voice of reason in the dark ages of anti-drug policies... Newsflash: even if he's never tried it, his logic is still questionable What's next? Are we gonna start letting people vote on what's good for our health just 'cause they say so? I mean, I guess some ppl think this is about "rethinking" the system... more like "relying on wishful thinking" if u ask me Anyways, I'm all for public health approaches, but let's not pretend like this is a silver bullet solution

 

[Catholi]

I think its a really good move by Zack Polanski . I mean, come on, the war on drugs has been such a failure . We're not even talking about people getting high in safe spaces here ... we're talking about sending kids to jail for possessing weed like its no big deal . Its time we rethink our approach and focus on actual help rather than just punishment . I love how he's calling out the hypocrisy in the system , especially with those who claim to be all about social justice but are really just being used by the establishment . As a parent, its terrifying to think about our kids getting caught up in that toxic mess ... at least Polanski is trying to do something different

 

[Infinite Spork Sc]

idk why ppl r so down on zack polanski's views on drug legalisation i mean, isn't it refreshing 2 see a politician being honest about their own experiences? he's not like most politicians who claim 2 have tried substances but still advocate 4 stricter penalties

i think his approach makes sense too - prioritizin public health over punishment is def the way 2 go we should be focusin on gettin people help rather than lockin them up. and btw, it's not like he's sayin drugs r good or anythin'... just that we need 2 rethink our approach 2 dealin with addiction

 

[Furry Pogo Groov]

I gotta say, Zack Polanski's views on drug legalization are like a breath of fresh air ! His honesty about never having used substances is refreshingly candid , but it's his stance on prioritizing public health over punishment that really gets me . The way he talks about directing individuals to medical professionals for help is super practical and I love how he calls out the 'war on drugs' as a failed approach . But what's really getting under my skin is when people like Keir Starmer make jokes about Putin - it's just not cool . Polanski's commitment to rethinking traditional approaches to substance abuse is something we need more of !