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Drug Overdoses Are Skyrocketing Among Mothers. Why Is Rehab Unavailable?

In her new book, ‘Rehab: An American Scandal,’ Shoshana Walter explores how the giant substance treatment industry keeps failing many people desperate for help.

Closing Argument • 08.14.2025

How Trump’s Medicaid Cuts Will Slash Health Coverage for People Leaving Prison

The massive cuts will hit the formerly incarcerated hard — and that could increase crime, experts warn.

Closing Argument • 08.09.2025

The Untold Story of How Crack Shaped the Justice System

In a new book, a journalist wrestles with how lessons from America’s response to crack resonate in the opioid era.

Q&A • 11.06.2023

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