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Should Drugs Be Legalized?

Democrats Abroad of Costa Rica will host a discussion on whether drugs should be legalized at its next meeting, May 30, 9:30 a.m. to noon, on the third floor of the Aurola Holiday Inn in downtown San José.

A ¢5,000 ($9) contribution is requested to cover coffee break and meeting room. Reservations are required and may be made by e-mailing cr.democratsabroad@yahoo.com or calling 2215-4254.

–Paul Kloes

 

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