Prior to the passage of the __________, drug addicts were considered by the public to be sick and in need of help.

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The Harrison Act of 1914 is the correct answer because it was the first federal drug policy in the United States that regulated and taxed the production, importation, and distribution of opiates and coca products. This act marked a significant shift in the public perception of drug addicts, from individuals who were sick and in need of help to criminals engaging in illegal activities.

Prior to the Passage of the __________, Drug Addicts Were