Crack cocaine

‘When Crack Was King’: Author Donovan X. Ramsey Explores The Tragic Epidemic That Left Scars On the Black Community

In his new book, the journalist uses data and real-life stories to compose a portrait that explores a devastating legacy and provides stunning resolutions to an ongoing issue.
10/05/2023

Justice Department Adjusts Longstanding Drug Policy On Crack, Powder Cocaine To End Racial Disparities

‘This policy has ruined homes and futures for over a generation,’ says Al Sharpton.
12/19/2022

Jemele Hill Says Her Mother Showed Her What Crack-Cocaine Looked Like At A Very Young Age

On the next episode of ‘Red Table Talk’ Hill talks about the generational trauma she experienced while her mom relied on drugs to cope with severe PTSD.
10/26/2022

Supreme Court Case Re-Examines Federal Sentencing For Crack Cocaine Possession

Courts have disagreed on how offenders should be dealt with.
05/05/2021
DMX on BET's Chronicles 2020.
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Ruff Ryders Chronicles
Origin Story

Rapper DMX and siblings Joaquin "Waah" Dean, Darrin "Dee" Dean and Chivon Dean enter the music industry with a New York City street hustle approach to form Ruff Ryders Entertainment.
08/13/2020

Exclusive Look at Michael K. Williams as Rick 'Freeway' Ross

Actor plays cocaine kingpin in Kill the Messenger.
10/09/2014
Karen Bass

Throwback Thursday: Karen Bass, Community Organizer

California rep knows how to get things done.
07/10/2014

The White House Does Not Serve Crack Pie

Obama jokes about the White House pastry chef's skills.
07/01/2014
Brazil Preachers Look to Save Drug Addicts

Hidden in Sight: Preachers in Rio Rescue Souls of Addicts

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Commentary: Correcting a Blemish in the Criminal Justice System

Blacks are disproportionally imprisoned for cocaine.
12/20/2013
Africa Gets First Underwater Hotel

Global Week in Review: Nigeria’s Stock Market Bouncing Back

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