There seems to be a growing hysteria in the national media regarding the use of methamphetamine. But haven't we seen it all before? I'm sure (but I have no proof) that the cover of Newsweek was dedicated to LSD in the 70s, Ecstasy in the 80s, and Cocaine in the 90s. Heck, marijuana was probably on the cover in the 60s.
And the story is always the same. The current drug of fear will destroy us, we need more prisons to stop it, but some how, some way, mankind survives into the next decade when some new drug will grace the cover of the weekly magazines.
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8.18.2005
Tired Head
There seems to be a growing hysteria in the national media regarding the use of methamphetamine. But haven't we seen it all before? I'm sure (but I have no proof) that the cover of Newsweek was dedicated to LSD in the 70s, Ecstasy in the 80s, and Cocaine in the 90s. Heck, marijuana was probably on the cover in the 60s.
And the story is always the same. The current drug of fear will destroy us, we need more prisons to stop it, but some how, some way, mankind survives into the next decade when some new drug will grace the cover of the weekly magazines.
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You are absolutely right! But what do we do? Wise County is a "hotbed" for this drug. People in the community are suffering because of it, as are the children. Do you know how many children test positive for this drug, Just by being around their parents? It's not a good thing.
You are absolutely wrong. Ever seen anybody on meth fight the police? These people need to be locked up before they hurt somebody. You just don't get it. Why is the freedom of these people more precious to you than the infringement of freedoms enjoyed by those of us who choose sobreity. Anybody who would ingests the stuff cooked up by these idiots may need to transfered to the nut farm.
Another question. Has there ever been any proof of this Wise Co. meth hotbed thing. I have heard it repeated for years but is there really any proof? Do we know that Montague or Clay or Jack has moved to the top of METH 500? There would certainly be a lot less cops there. Yeah we know there are labs here but, is this one of those rural legends like Arby's, Walgreens, Albertsons coming to Decatur?
Its no rural myth. I recently moved away from Wise County, but when I lived there I dealt with meth on an everyday basis in my work. Its very alive and very well. Go ahead and assume its a myth and look the other way....that will help. And yes, I have seen someone on meth fight the police. They are hyped up and desperate....a dangerous combination for a cop to deal with. I know this because I've fought with a meth addict...on several occasions. No rural legend here.
yes Wise County is a hotbed of meth labs and meth users. you would be surprise at the assumed prominate citizens of Decatur that use meth. This is probably why so many almost convicted labs and users are not incarcerated because it is in the general poplulation and probably the municipal system along with wealthy prominent people in the area. But Wise county is not the only place in the country it is everywhere. I have spoke to persons from the east coast to the west coast of the United States oF America and it is everywhere. If you ask me it is a conspriacy to ruin our youth and future of our country. I have seen many young persons lives ruined because of this drug. It is like no other it actually effects the cognitive thinking of a person and is so addictive that one time is mostly what it takes and they are acheing for more. They smoke it they shoot it up more and more. and more and more their lives are destroyed. And the worst part about it is they can make it in their homes with common everyday chemicals that can be purchased at any store. Who told them how to make it? in the first place. I have seen homes destroyed children removed and displaced because of it. something has to be done but like anything it has to start at the top. if it is in our government local or otherwise then what?
Drug problem? What drug problem? We just need to be nicer to these people that have this disease. If we can get them in a big room together, we'll all be better off. Right, Barry? Counseling is the answer, not jail time. Jail time keeps them away from us but it doesn't help the person. Right, Barry? We're not safer when they are in jail, we are better off when they can talk to someone about their problems. Right, Barry?
I've been blessed. I have been a drug user, have run up large debts, have fired a gun at people while using drugs. Fortunately, I never hurt anyone and never got in too much trouble. I fight a battle at times that would have me abusing drugs and alcohol if I would just let it. I realize not everyone can find a way to overcome their problems as I have been able to overcome mine so far. Yet, having been there, I feel certain that counseling isn't the answer that will stop the abusers from abusing without something else that shocks them into reality. My faith and trust in God sustains me and I wish it were so for many others. Until something happens to wake these abusers up, innocent people will likely continue to suffer the consequences. Through death, taxes or charity, we continue to suffer for abusers use of drugs.
I think Meth is a big problem everywhere. I think we should legalize all drugs and tax them to help fund the rehab centers and etc. Won't happen though because there is too much money tied up in keeping the drugs out there. Where would the suddenly out of work DEA officers work? What excuse would the politicians have for crime and other social problems. I am a conservative but have long felt we need to legalize it and prostitution and other victim less crimes and regulate them instead. Heck legalize gay marriage too and the politicians won't have much to fight over anymore.
If it wasn't for the drug dealers and users in this county, Barry would be out of a job. Opps, I forgot about the DWI's. I guess it is OK to do that too.
I didn't know until recently that meth messes up the user's teeth/gums. What a mess. True, every generation has had "something" (LSD, etc.) to worry about, but it looks like some day the prototype newsmaker will be a toothless guy from Wise or Jack County, in trouble for possession of meth and fighting with the cops as they apprehended him.
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