Beer Quote by Jesse Ventura
“If the price of the drug people want to use is through the roof, well then they're going to have to commit crimes to get the money to get the drug. You don't see any crimes committed over a pack of cigarettes or a bottle of beer, do you?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Daily Show, 2002
When a drug's cost is extremely high, people may resort to illegal means to afford it, unlike cheaper vices.
In simple terms: High drug prices can drive crime, unlike cheap vices.
Key Takeaway
Address drug pricing to prevent crime.
Themes
economics
crime
healthcare
policy
Mood
concerned
urgent
reflective
Type
social
policy
warning
When to use this quote
- public health policy
- drug pricing reform
- community outreach
- law enforcement strategies
Key Concepts
price elasticity
addiction
social inequality
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternative measures could reduce drug‑related crime?
- How can affordable treatment replace illegal procurement?
A Different Perspective
If prices are lowered, demand may increase, potentially worsening addiction issues.
