The Wonderful War on Drugs
In recent years the so-called "war on drugs" has taken over the streets and back alleys of suburban America. It has caused a problem that mirrors the prohibition days of the 1920's and early 30's. Politicians trying to play "tough guy," are only contributing to more violence. Their laws have created an underground drug-trade, in which modern drug-dealers have taken the place of the bootleggers of old. The real question is whether or not this "war" is working. Most people would like to believe that it is, and there are a few statistics that show it has. But just watch any news program, and you will see this war has failed miserably. Drug-related crimes happen constantly in today's society, and in recent years have involved increasing numbers of innocent bye standards. Daily, police officers face ruthless dealers, who would rather shoot at a cop than spend 25 years in prison. On top of all that, there has been no real proof of a decline in drug use among people in America. Is this "war" really the best answer to America's widespread drug problem? Should the government be allowed to spend billions annually fighting this hopeless war? Looking at this information you begin to realize that, n
With drug abusers climbing higher on the ranks of society daily, it only makes for a more corruptible system. Increasing numbers of teens are turning to a life of drugs in America. Military and law enforcement has failed to accomplish any of these, and it is not because of limited funds. "Cocaine and heroin prices have fallen greatly since the early 80's, while strength and purity tend to be rising in these drugs"(Anony71). I believe a government-controlled legalization of drugs is the only solution. Even Bill Clinton and Newt Gingrich have admitted to experimenting with marijuana. Drugs would no longer be seen as a way for teens to rebel against authority figures. Every year more and more tax money is wasted, with little or no results. "Marijuana use among teens has doubled in the last three years", while at the same time "Americans are spending $20 billion annually on drug related medical costs"(McCaffery4). Another result of prohibition is more hard-core use, or binging on the illegal substance. No matter how much is spent on ads and prevention campaigns the drug problem will never be solved with prohibition. Let us put an end to the "War on Drugs". Bibliography Annotated Bibliography1.
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