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Let's Revisit a "Hardcore" Anti-Drug Campaign That Failed Miserably.

Let's Revisit a "Hardcore" Anti-Drug Campaign That Failed Miserably.

These unintentionally funny ads were a bit much.

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May 13, 2024
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Much like “Just Say No” (thanks Nancy), this campaign also did not deter drug use. Because just like most anti-drug ads, they were written from the perspective of adults talking down to and condemning teens, and made no effort to connect with the users.

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