With very few exceptions, rats are not human beings.
While I am an advocate of finding compassion when one is ready, this article's oversimplification could easily trigger those recovering from codependency into taking blame for an addict's choices. As a way to reconsider national and global drug policies, I find some merit in it. On a personal level, I know from my experience with actual human addicts, that it's more dangerous than helpful to those struggling with an addicted loved one right now.