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Which president was an advocate for the War on Drugs, a drug policy

intended to crack down on illicit drug use and distribution?​

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Answer:

President Richard Nixon

Step-by-step explanation:

The War on Drugs began in June 1971 when U.S. Pres. Richard Nixon declared drug abuse to be “public enemy number one” and increased federal funding for drug-control agencies and drug-treatment efforts.

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Answer:

George W Bush

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