DARE to Say No

Discover the compelling history of DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) in DARE to Say No by Max Felker-Kantor, published by The University of North Carolina Press in 2024. This insightful book delves into the origins of DARE, which began in Los Angeles in 1983 as a collaborative initiative between the police department and the unified school district. By the mid-1990s, DARE had expanded its reach, being taught in an impressive 75 percent of school districts across the United States. With 288 pages of thorough research and engaging narrative, Felker-Kantor sheds light on the program's impact on youth and its evolution over the decades. Ideal for educators, sociologists, and anyone interested in the intersection of education and social issues, this book is a must-read for understanding the challenges and successes of drug resistance education.