¿Por qué todas las cruzadas fallan? (La prohibición como ejemplo) | Antonio Escohotado

"The Power of Arguments," a program led by the Rector's Office of the University of Antioquia, promotes, through this special broadcast, the debate on drug legalization, the analysis of what prohibition represents, and other facets of the issue, considered one of the great global problems of the century. The international guest, Spaniard Antonio Escohotado, enlightens viewers and challenges paradigms regarding consumption and the right to individual freedom. He demonstrates why his freethinking and critical perspective addresses, in his view, moral precepts and the expressions of hypocrisy and shortsightedness of the modern world as flawed conditions for the treatment of addictions. The Spanish researcher, equipped with arguments and information gathered since 1975, participates in this special episode of "The Power of Arguments," produced in response to the need to focus attention on a topic of significant historical relevance in Colombia and in light of its inclusion in the agenda of the peace talks taking place in Havana. Chapters 00:00 Introduction by Antonio Escohotado 01:41 Personal Experiences: Prison and the "General History of Drugs" 04:11 Why are crusades destined to fail? 07:11 The reality of drugs in Colombia and intervention policies 09:11 Drugs as tools of knowledge and medicine 12:51 Prohibition and the creation of organized crime 15:51 The value of historical study versus ideals 17:41 Social representation and responsible consumption 22:21 Legalization vs. Repeal of the Prohibition 26:41 Myths, Dependence, and Institutional Discourse 29:21 Great Figures in History and Substance Use 34:21 Intellectual Independence and Challenges in Academia 41:41 Escohotado's Research Method 48:41 From Repression to Harm Prevention 52:01 Conclusion #AntonioEscohotado #Liberalism #Socialism Social Media: Facebook •   / sergiosantidiaz   Instagram •   / sergiosantidiaz   TikTok •   / sergiosantidiaz   Twitter •   / sergiosantidiaz   Discord •   / discord   Join this channel to access its Benefits:    / @sergiosantidiaz   Antonio Escohotado Antonio Escohotado (1941-2021) was one of the most influential thinkers, essayists, and philosophers in the contemporary Spanish language. Known for his independent spirit and immense intellectual curiosity, he dedicated his life to investigating human freedom and the structures that limit it. He is the author of monumental works such as "A General History of Drugs" and the trilogy "The Enemies of Commerce," where he rigorously analyzes the evolution of economic and social thought in the West. His legacy is defined by a tireless pursuit of clarity and a staunch rejection of all dogmatism. Credits Why Do All Crusades Fail? (Prohibition as an Example) Antonio Escohotado