Michael Rosino, "Debating the Drug War: Race, Politics, and Media in the War on Drugs Debate" (Routledge, 2021)Michael Rosino, "Debating the Drug War: Race, Politics, and Media in the War on Drugs Debate" (Routledge, 2021)
New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery
An interview with Michael Rosino
1:05:41•9 Apr 2021
Revisiting the War on Drugs: Race, Politics, and Media's Role
“But to really contemplate some ways that our everyday practices, even how we talk and think about drug policy, can have really major implications and impacts on the world.”
Ever wondered how the media shapes our views on drug policy? In this episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery', host Marshall Poe chats with Michael Rosino, author of 'Debating the Drug War: Race, Politics, and Media in the War on Drugs Debate'. The conversation dives into 30 years of newspaper content to explore the social and cultural dynamics of the 'War on Drugs'.
Rosino unpacks how race, politics, and crime statistics are framed in the media and their real-world impacts. The discussion touches on everything from historical drug prohibitions to the double standards in drug policies. Rosino also sheds light on the hidden efforts behind writing such an insightful book and discusses potential opportunities for policy change. If you're curious about how public opinion is shaped and what it means for drug policy, this episode is a must-listen.
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