Enforcement Quote by Michelle Alexander
“Law enforcement in the United States, thanks largely to the war on drugs; routinely targets people of color often living in ghetto areas for stops and searches. typically in a futel effort to find drugs.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander, 2010
The U.S. drug war disproportionately targets people of color in marginalized neighborhoods, leading to systemic over‑policing.
In simple terms: Drug enforcement unfairly targets minorities.
Key Takeaway
Address systemic bias.
Themes
justice
racism
law enforcement
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
political
social
When to use this quote
- community advocacy
- policy reform
- legal defense
- education
- research
Key Concepts
systemic racism
war on drugs
policing practices
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could reduce biased policing?
- How can communities protect themselves?
A Different Perspective
Complex legal frameworks can hinder reform.
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