Ideology
Although primarily focused on cannabis legislation, Buors has also written in support of other libertarian viewpoints. He supports principles of individualism over collectivism, is an opponent of socialism, and has described himself as a supporter of Thomas Szasz and Ludwig Von Mises. Buors has called for the repeal of all laws which restrict drug purchase and use, and believes the state has no authority to control the private consumption of any substance. He has also written against the decriminalization of marijuana for limited medicinal purposes, arguing that this approach would perpetuate an unjust system of state medicine.
Buors is a friend and supporter of Marc Emery, whom many consider to be the leader of Canada's cannabis movement.
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