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A key philosophical point Murphy makes is that the war on drugs cannot succeed without addressing the root causes—primarily the insatiable demand within the United States and Canada. Despite ongoing efforts, illicit drugs like cocaine remain readily available, with the landscape constantly shifting and reformulating following each successful interdiction. Murphy criticizes the “kingpin” approach because, historically, removing major leaders like El Chapo only leads to the rise of new organizations or leaders, akin to a hydra.