Heroin: A Clear and Present Danger

Heroin, the narcotic derivative of the opium poppy plant, poses grave threat to our society. It is a highly addictive drug, and its presence and use is a serious problem in America. Heroin addiction causes crime as its result as well as danger to users, families, and others. As evidenced by crime and health reports, heroin is a clear and present danger to society due to its devastating health consequences, increasing abuse, and continuing expanded …

…develop effective programs that reduce cultivation, production and trafficking of illegal drugs while supporting democratic process and human rights." The notable performance goals of this strategy are to reduce the demand and number of chronic drug users by 25 percent in 2002 and by 50 percent in 2007. Are on the right track? Domestic efforts claim to have made some success. Nevertheless, all points indicate that due to the increasing abuse, addiction, and availability, America has it's hands full.