Ethan Nadelmann

Ethan Nadelmann was a prominent American advocate for drug policy reform. He founded the Drug Policy Alliance, an organization dedicated to promoting decriminalization and evidence-based approaches to drug issues. Nadelmann believed that criminalizing drugs caused more harm than good, impacting public health and justice. His work focused on reducing incarceration, promoting treatment options, and challenging the war on drugs to create fairer, more effective policies. As a respected voice in the field, he aimed to shift societal perspectives and government policies toward a more rational and humane approach to drug-related problems.