San Francisco is currently deliberating on a new drug policy that emphasizes abstinence from illicit drugs, proposed by Supervisor Matt Dorsey as a “recovery first” approach. This proposal has ignited a debate among city residents, with concerns raised about potentially alienating individuals who are not prepared to quit drug use, while others argue that the city’s current permissive attitude needs to change. Mayor Daniel Lurie has expressed his commitment to addressing the fentanyl crisis, which has been a pressing issue in the city. The proposed policy is aimed at tackling the drug epidemic and promoting recovery among drug users in San Francisco.