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Comment Re:And people wonder... (Score 1) 300

Really? I live 6 hours away from Vegas. I travel there several times a year to visit friends and take short vacations. I used to fly, but it has become such a pain in the ass that I drive most of the time now. Sure, when I go back east, I still fly because of the distance, but the short flights around the west and southwest are out. I'd rather drive than put up with the bullshit.

Comment Re:Nicotine (Score 1) 790

I don't think that the chart takes into account the life effects of the drug. It is based on the addictive qualities of the drug (obviously, cocaine is a drug with high potential for abuse, but most people can't afford it so they abuse cheaper drugs) and the physical damage the drug causes. Cocaine tends to do a lot of damage to the nasal cavities, sinuses, throat, etc. and also shortens life expectancy as do all other stimulants. I would have actually expected amphetamines to be a lot closer to coke, but I'm guessing they are talking about oral instead of ice or powder.

Comment Re:Nicotine (Score 1) 790

But it's rare for people to overdose to the point of death with amphetamines. Heroin has a much higher death rate than speed. Plus, if you think that opiates are relatively harmless, you haven't been around too many junkies. It all depends on where you grew up. A place will tend towards junkies or meth-heads but rarely has high concentrations of both which can obviously color your view.

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