D.A.R.E. To be Stupid: How to Lose the War on Drugs | Corporate Casket

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D.A.R.E was started around the same time that the “War on Drugs” started to sweep across the United States. Created and run by police officers across the country, D.A.R.E’s goal was to educate children about the dangers of drugs and alcohol, particularly the legal danger. There was everything! The catchy jingle, the mascot, and even a children’s choir. But, it was also missing a few things, like any research-based methods and practices. Turns out, that’s an important ingredient and as the years have gone by studies have found that despite the cute mascot, D.A.R.E failed in its mission to protect future generations from drug addiction. 

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Writers/Researchers/Helpers:

Jess Hubbert

This episode was edited and mixed by:

G. Thomas Craig

Album cover art created by:

Betsy Primes

Intro Song Credits:

Last to Fall- Will Van De Crommert

Outro Song Credits:

Sacred and Profane- Nicholas Rowe

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