https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83 en-us 2021-02-12 04:34:16 UTC 2025-11-18 02:30:04 UTC hello@padlet.com apayanestrada https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195345396 I completely agree with the author’s last remarks as they were very important to today’s conversation on race. In regard to drugs and race, it is very frustrating to read that people of color are continually being mistreated and deprived of a better life because of stereotypes that were made years ago. I believe that many people, whether it is intentionally or not, tend to allow their personal bias and feelings guide and justify their actions. Although this isn’t always a bad thing, it is not appropriate for people in important government positions such as law enforcement. I feel that it doesn’t allow them to do their job accurately or with the best intentions of those who deserve it.]]> 2021-02-12 05:31:04 UTC https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195345396 apayanestrada https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195359935  I do not have any objections toward the author. I think valid points were made about the argument and there was supportive evidence. I think the most crucial point made was about the article and the fact that people were allowed to be so open about their personal beliefs and bias. It set the motion for others to also join the movement and express their ill feelings towards others who are of different race.]]> 2021-02-12 05:51:12 UTC https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195359935 apayanestrada https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195368079 The content was very easy to follow, the main confusion was the term “fiend.” I wasn’t sure what it meant but the definitions stated either a “wicked or cruel person” or “a person who is addicted to something.” After learning the definitions, it set the tone for the purpose behind the argument. I do think that having background knowledge about the drug policies is critical because more often than not, they are representative of society’s views at that time. It allows for an easier understanding of why the author’s argument is an important topic for conversation.]]> 2021-02-12 06:01:18 UTC https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195368079 apayanestrada https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195374890 I continually find it very interesting (and crazy) that people were allowed to openly speak their thoughts to further attempt to persuade the larger audience into shifting their thinking. Journalists were allowed to express their personal perspective that eventually lead to racism becoming acceptable with no real proof and only based on one’s own beliefs and attitude. For example, these bad beliefs were used to justify lynching of people of color but only because white people felt that all people of color were violent.]]> 2021-02-12 06:11:11 UTC https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195374890 apayanestrada https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195380402 I enjoyed reading the fourth paragraph about the debate on passing the Harrison Narcotics Tax Act. The author made it clear that there were mixed thoughts on whether that legislation would prove beneficial or not. It was thought provoking that people were mostly supportive of the act when it meant that people of color were going to be punished. Although the act was intended to help with the opium problem, it only allowed racism to continue under new means which would be drug use.]]> 2021-02-12 06:19:17 UTC https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195380402 apayanestrada https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195386280 I was frustrated to read that resources meant for poor neighborhoods were being redirected towards law enforcement. The author stated that this was due to the increase in violence in the neighborhoods and therefore law enforcement needed more investment for “better intervention.” I completely disagree with this idea because I feel that society has given up on people of color by depriving them of better opportunities for growth. The government should be giving the people resources that will allow them to become their best selves through educational and career opportunities. Instead the government is choosing to let racism and stereotypes influence legislation which in turn forces people of color to play into these stereotypes (since they have no support).]]> 2021-02-12 06:27:23 UTC https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195386280 apayanestrada https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195393752 I recently learned the difference between crack and powder cocaine, the difference being the route of administration. I kind of always thought they were different drugs, but I was surprised to learn that they are the same drug producing the same effects. In this reading the author mentions that crack cocaine is associated with black people and powder cocaine is associated with white people. I did agree with this because society has always made it a big point that crack should be representative of junkies whereas powder can be representative of people who seem “normal” and use drugs for pure stress relieving or partying. Again, it is frustrating because it is clearly the same drug but yet since powder cocaine is for “white people” then it is seen as more acceptable. For example, society doesn’t necessarily see it as such a bad drug to use and therefore law enforcement isn’t too harsh on people who use this drug.]]> 2021-02-12 06:35:09 UTC https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195393752 apayanestrada https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195409637 One last comment would be on the legislation that reduced sentencing disparities between crack and powder cocaine. I think that this is a very huge step toward shifting ideals on drug use. I believe that society is quick to make judgements without having proper awareness or facts regarding a topic, especially drug use and its effects. The next steps that are crucial would be shifting society’s perspective and breaking stereotypes that depict people of color as violent individuals. Only then will there be true change and a new support system for individuals who use drugs and need help since there will be less stigma.]]> 2021-02-12 06:51:05 UTC https://padlet.com/apayanestrada/keh3h9hmc5qdgq83/wish/1195409637