Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
Max Felker-Kantor, "DARE to Say No: Policing and the War on Drugs in Schools" (UNC Press, 2023)
Max Felker-Kantor, "DARE to Say No: Policing and the War on Drugs in Schools" (UNC Press, 2023)
Max Felker-Kantor, "DARE to Say No: Policing and the War on Drugs in Schools" (UNC Press, 2023)
Saturday 17th February 2024
Explore the history of DARE with Max Felker-Kantor, revealing its impact on schools and policing during the War on Drugs.
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Episode Overview
- DARE's origins and partnership with LAPD
- Rapid expansion and national reach of DARE
- Criticism over effectiveness and racial issues
- Impact on students' perception of police
- Broader societal implications of policing in education
DARE was a product of failure, meaning that the LAPD created it because they knew their attempt to stop the supply of narcotics as part of the war on drugs was failing
Dive into the intriguing history of the DARE programme with Max Felker-Kantor in this episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery'. Hosted by Jeff Lambsley, this episode explores how DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) became a cultural icon in the 1980s and 1990s. Max, an associate professor of history at Ball State University, sheds light on how DARE's partnership with the Los Angeles Police Department brought the War on Drugs into schools.
You'll hear about the origins of DARE, its rapid expansion, and the surprising political and social dynamics that fuelled its growth. Max also discusses how DARE aimed to change the perception of police officers among students, positioning them as mentors rather than enforcers. However, not everything was rosy; the programme faced criticism for its effectiveness and racial undertones.
Max’s insights are eye-opening, especially when he talks about the broader implications of policing in schools and how it reflects larger societal trends. Whether you're nostalgic for those iconic DARE t-shirts or curious about the real impact of drug education programmes, this episode offers a compelling look at a significant piece of recent history. Tune in to understand how well-intentioned programmes can have complex and sometimes unintended consequences. Ready to rethink what you know about DARE?