War on Drugs
"Just Say No," the federal government says to America's teens as part of the "war on drugs." Explore the background as well as points of view on this highly charged political issue.
America's War On Drugs: Prohibition
The term "war on drugs" was coined in 1971 by President Richard Nixon when he called drug abuse "public enemy number one in the United States." However, one of America's best-known attempts to control the use of intoxicating substances is Prohibition.
The term "war on drugs" was coined in 1971 by President Richard Nixon when he called drug abuse "public enemy number one in the United States." However, one of America's best-known attempts to control the use of intoxicating substances is Prohibition.
Background - The War On Drugs and Drug Prohibition
About's Guide to Civil Liberties explores the myriad points surrounding the war on drugs -- civil liberties, effectiveness of prohibition, treatment, education, law enforcement.
About's Guide to Civil Liberties explores the myriad points surrounding the war on drugs -- civil liberties, effectiveness of prohibition, treatment, education, law enforcement.
US Department of Justice - Drug Enforcement Administration
The DEA is charged with enforcing US controlled substances laws and regulations and prosecuting those who grow, manufacture, or distribute controlled substances.
The DEA is charged with enforcing US controlled substances laws and regulations and prosecuting those who grow, manufacture, or distribute controlled substances.
Drug Action Network
A non profit group composed of parents, teachers, students, and concerned citizens whose goal is to end illegal drugs, and all the harm that comes with the illegal drug black market.
A non profit group composed of parents, teachers, students, and concerned citizens whose goal is to end illegal drugs, and all the harm that comes with the illegal drug black market.