> Who is holding a gun to their heads? <
The problem is that there is no perfect human being. You might have a moment of weakness once in your lifetime. Another person might have one once a week. The monsters who sell drugs wait for those moments.
As to the word “innocent” to describe addicts, I don’t think that’s the right word. You are responsible for your actions. However, describing them as “careless victims” might not be too far off.
“As to the word “innocent” to describe addicts, I don’t think that’s the right word. You are responsible for your actions. However, describing them as “careless victims” might not be too far off.”
In other words, they are weak minded and unable to make rational decisions for themselves?