If the CIA never allowed cocaine into the US how would things be different?

Published July 8, 2010

Question by Jason B: If the CIA never allowed cocaine into the US how would things be different?
Quick story:

In the late 70’s- early 80’s The CIA allowed the mob to sell drugs in the areas where the black panthers were active. The mob continued to sell after the CIA ordered a stop. Drugs flooded the US, and US became #1 buyer of illegal drugs.

How would things be different if this never happened?

references:

C.I.A. (Crack In America)
http://www.justice.gov/oig/special/9712/ch01p1.htm

book about the person that broke the story.
http://www.amazon.com/Kill-Messenger-Crack-Cocaine-Controversy-Journalist/dp/1560259302
J.A.S. –
yes true Cocaine was around for a while, however there is a difference between a few ounces getting in within a year verses thousands of kilos coming in the country with in a short period, making a new industry. Think.

Best answer:

Answer by Brian
Well the DEA would have had to bring the supply in.

Hollywood NEEDS their fix. And Washington will do what ever to takes to keep the Hollywood elite satisfied.

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