Effectiveness of the War on Drugs

 Is the War on Drugs effective?

What are the arguments against the War on Drugs?

How much money is spent fighting the War on Drugs?

How many people are in prison as a result of drug-related crimes?

How many cases of HIV/AIDS are associated with drug use?

Are communities of color affected differently by drug law enforcement?

This fact-sheet argues that the War on Drugs is not effective. It includes information on public costs of the War on Drugs, the effect of Drug War on American youth, and the effectiveness of drug prevention programs such as D.A.R.E.