[aristeides]

But it's pretty hard to believe that draconian policies that discourage even moderate drinking would on balance save health costs.

[tacticalogic]

But it's pretty hard to believe that draconian policies that discourage even moderate drinking would on balance save health costs.

I don't think it's as much about discouraging moderate drinking, as it is them getting to say what "moderate" is, and getting paid to make sure you're "moderated".

[jmc813]

Instead of bringing up libertarians and marijuana, which are not mentioned in this article, why don't you stick with the main jist of the article which is alcohol?