Stuff They Don't Want You To Know CLASSIC: The Dark Alliance: Did the US government and druglords kill Gary Webb?
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Feb 13, 2024 Investigative journalist Gary Webb explores the relationship between Contras in Nicaragua, crack cocaine epidemic, and CIA actions. Webb faced criticism and his own editors turned on him. He later died from two gunshots to the head, deemed a suicide. Debunking drug dealers' wealth, conspiracy theories about CIA's involvement in crack epidemic. Aftermath of Webb's reporting, controversy, and impact on his career. Theories surrounding Webb's suicide. Addressing controversies, accountability, and government secrets. Importance of seeking help and support when feeling suicidal.
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Low Earnings of Drug Dealers
- Drug dealers often make surprisingly little money, challenging the myth of vast wealth.
- A Freakonomics study revealed that many low-level dealers earn less than minimum wage.
Drug Supply Chain
- Local drug dealers rarely directly source drugs internationally due to high costs.
- This raises the question of how large quantities of drugs enter the US.
Gary Webb's Dark Alliance
- Gary Webb investigated the connection between Nicaraguan Contras, the crack epidemic, and the CIA.
- He alleged the CIA knew about or assisted in Contra drug trafficking, fueling the crack epidemic.