Chapter
America's Perception of Crack vs. Powder Cocaine
16:45 - 19:44 (02:59)
Host Dan Rather discusses the societal perception of crack and powder cocaine in America during the 1980s, and how it was largely influenced by racial biases.
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As the crack epidemic ravaged through inner cities, the perception among white Americans was that it was a drug used by black and brown people.
16:45 - 19:44 (02:59)
Crack Hysteria
Summary
As the crack epidemic ravaged through inner cities, the perception among white Americans was that it was a drug used by black and brown people. Dan Rather, journalist and host of "48 Hours on Crack Street," discusses the phenomenon.