"Some of these pro-drug messages come from popular culture"
- John Walters
About this Quote
In this quote, John Walters is describing the presence of messages that promote substance abuse in popular culture. He suggests that a few of these messages might be originating from sources that are widely accepted and consumed by the public, such as music, movies, and tv. These messages may glamorize or stabilize substance abuse, making it seem like a preferable or appropriate habits. Walters is likely worried about the effect of these messages on society, particularly on young people who might be more prone to their influence. He may be promoting for more responsible and precise representation of substance abuse in pop culture.
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