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The Real Problem Behind Drug-Related Concerns

   We are all aware that some of the main problems that our society faces today are drug related issues. These problems vary from consumption, to drug dealing, and trafficking and they convey so many other troubles within society. According to recent statistics the USA has the first place worldwide for marijuana, cocaine, and tobacco consumption. Also other drugs like methamphetamines are widely consumed across the country. 

  Despite the fact that some states have now legalized the use of marijuana as a recreational drug and also some others for medical use, the problems are somewhat consistent and the consumption of other illegal drugs is on the rise or has stayed the same. What I am trying to say with this is that the real problem relies within the society as a whole, so we cannot blame the government as the only part responsible in this situation. In my opinion once someone tries a drug, even if it is for the first time or an only time, they become part of the problem.

   In my opinion you can’t complain if you are part of this situation. Instead people should analyze it and see what is it that they can do to improve this situation. I know it may sound absurd but something that for some people may be insignificant, like doing recreational drugs while going out has an awful lot of hidden situations behind (for example, drug trafficking).

   I believe that this example doesn’t only apply to drug crimes, but to many other problems in society in which we blame the government for or other countries, etc. We should be able to take a look at ourselves and see if there is something that we are doing that may be contributing to these issues. I am a believer that all big changes begin with us so in every situation if you want a change begin by changing the way you act, think, and interact with one another.

Blog Stage 6

   I agree with most of the arguments stated in the essay “What to say when your neighbor comes over uninvited?” First of all I am also a firm believer that building a wall is not the approach we need to stop illegal immigration. Also that it has been proven that there are many factors such as environmental, territorial, and many others that make it practically impossible for a wall to be built. Perhaps in regions like the desert area in Arizona it could be easier but in areas like the Big Bend it would be almost impossible. Particularly here in Texas it would be catastrophic to put a wall where the Rio Grande is.

   I coincide that a wall is not the solution for this problem and the wall that’s already built in Arizona and California is proof of this. People are still crossing the boarder despite the fact that there has been a wall there for many years. In conclusion I agree that the wall won’t solve this issue.

   As she says, the US government should have a different approach. For example, the US should work hand in hand with the Mexican government to stop the illegal immigration that’s happening in the southern border of Mexico. The real issue here is the lack of control of the immigration from countries from Central America into Mexico and then into the United States. Also as this article says a national database of authentic citizenship might be a good idea and also making background checks. Citizenship should be obtained after an in-depth investigation to ensure that people don’t have a criminal record, drug use, and etcetera.