The war on drugs to reduce abuse, protect children, make neighborhoods 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, initiated in the 1980s, primarily targeted African Americans, leading to their disproportionate incarceration and perpetuating racial inequality. The policies were largely ineffective in addressing drug abuse and addiction and instead resulted in the criminalization of individuals from marginalized communities.

The War on Drugs to Reduce Abuse, Protect Children, Make