The "war on drugs" is a myth from "summary" of The Mythology of Crime and Criminal Justice by Victor E. Kappeler,Gary W. Potter
The idea that there is a "war on drugs" being waged by the government is a concept that has been perpetuated for decades. This myth suggests that the government is actively working to eradicate drug use and trafficking through aggressive law enforcement tactics. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that this notion is not entirely accurate. In reality, the so-called "war on drugs" has not been very effective in reducing drug use or trafficking. Despite billions of dollars being spent on enforcement efforts, the availability of drugs on the streets has not significantly decreased. This raises questions about the true intentions and motivations behind the government's approach to drug control. One could argue that the "war on drugs" is more of a political tool used to garner support and rally public opinion rather than a genuine effor...
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