Denver has just decriminalised magic mushrooms – British politicians need to be equally brave
Well done, Denver: voting to decriminalise magic mushrooms is an act of common sense . It doesn’t mean the local Walmart is going to start flogging shrooms on two-for-one offers: it just means that the police must “deprioritise, to the greatest extent possible” any criminal penalties for Denver residents possessing or using the hippie drug of choice. It could be a life-changing move for some – growing research suggests it can help treat mental distress, such as depression and anxiety.
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