The war on drugs to reduce abuse,protect children,make neighbourhoods safer,and the like fell disproportionately on __________,rather than treating the broader spectrum of social ills and classes for which it was intended.

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The war on drugs had a disproportionate impact on African Americans. Despite similar rates of drug use between black and white individuals, black individuals were more likely to be arrested, convicted, and sentenced to longer prison terms for drug offenses. This led to significant racial disparities in the criminal justice system and perpetuated systemic racism.

The War on Drugs to Reduce Abuse,protect Children,make Neighbourhoods Safer,and