drug control

Discusses the many issues surrounding government policy on drug abuse and drug prevention.

Presents opposing viewpoints on the war on drugs and other aspects of drug abuse.

Presents a historical overview of drug trafficking and discusses its economic and legal aspects.

Presents debates, opinions, commentary, and analysis on the international drug trade.

An argument for why the United States should help Mexico with the drug and crime issues it is dealing with.

Twenty essays present varying perspectives on marijuana; discussing the effects of marijuana use, the issue of marijuana legalization, medical marijuana, and the war on drugs, as well as providing personal stories of marijuana use and abuse. Includes a comprehensive introduction, a list of related organizations, and a bibliography.

Describes how the Drug Enforcement Agency operates to control drug trafficking and how DEA agents work with customs officials, the Coast Guard, and undercover police to catch drug smugglers, sellers, and dealers.

Describes the current drug scene, the level to which drug abuse has risen, and the efforts being made to control drug dealing and drug use.

Outlines the background of the coca trade in Colombia and describes the current violent struggle between the powerful drug dealers and the government. Also discusses what international response might be appropriate to this situation.

Examines the connection between illegal drugs and crime and what is being done to break that "straight-line relationship.".