Representative David Simpson on Drug Law Reformation [VIDEO]

Tuesday on The Chad Hasty Show, Texas State Representative David Simpson (R-Longview) spoke with Chad about reforming drug laws. Simpson's proposed legislation would end the prohibition of marijuana in the state of Texas.

Simpson believes that, though the current “war on drugs” policies were well-intended, they infringe upon personal freedoms and replace personal responsibility with government regulations. Simpson believes that individuals should be held accountable for the results of their abuse of drugs, just as they are held responsible for other actions. Simpson said,

The present war on drug policies have completely failed.

Listen to Chad's entire interview with Representative David Simpson in the YouTube play box above.

For more on Simpson's view on the subject, read his opinion post at The Texas Tribune here.