Answer: The War on Drugs, which began in the 1970s, has created a new subclass of Americans through its policies and enforcement practices. The policies implemented to combat drug use and trafficking have disproportionately affected marginalized communities, particularly low-income communities of color. The enforcement of drug laws has led to the mass incarceration of millions of individuals, many of whom are non-violent drug offenders. The effects of incarceration can have long-lasting consequences on individuals and their families, including limited job prospects, decreased access to education and healthcare, and reduced political participation. The creation of this new subclass of Americans has perpetuated systemic inequalities and limited opportunities for upward mobility, perpetuating cycles of poverty and marginalization.