BEST GUIDE TO HIP HOP EVENTS, SHOWS & CONCERTS x SOCIAL NETWORK
Connections between Freeway Ricky Ross, the Bush Administration, and the crack cocaine epidemic
The drug kingpin Freeway Ricky Ross became known as The Wal-Mart of Crack in Los Angeles during the 1980s by becoming the largest supplier of drugs in the area, without his initially knowing that his source of drugs was a CIA agent connected to the Iran-Contra scandal associated with George Bush and Ronald Reagan.
This compilation of video clips from the documentary film "The American Drug War: The Last White Hope" details the circumstances of the connections between Ricky Ross and the CIA, showing how the connection was publicly exposed in the media and then largely forgotten by the public while CIA drug trafficking continues.
Views: 198
Comment
Best guide to hip hop, soul, reggae concerts & events in San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles & New York City + music, videos, radio and more
Connect
Subscribe to E-Blast
WIN TICKETS
Erykah Badu
Saturday, Nov 16 @ Fox Theater, Oakland
Tower of Power
Saturday, Dec 21 @ Fox Theater, Oakland
Featured Content
Featured Videos
Photos
Latest Activity
Introducing Jayy Papi, Spotlight Artist Of The Week!
Jayy Papi is an artist with a mix of Hip Hop. Reggaeton and Afrobeats all mixed in one. His single 'Freaky Girl" shows his versatility in music styles. With years of experience in the music scene, Jayy Papi aka TN da Entertainer is a versatile artist transitioning from his Hip-Hop/R&B roots into the vibrant world of Afrobeats. Known for his dynamic performances and genre-blending style, Jayy Papi continues to evolve, bringing fresh Afro-influences and urban Latino to his unique sound.…See More
ANGIE STONE
April 4, 2025 at 8pm to April 6, 2025 at 11:30pmSTANLEY CLARKE
February 14, 2025 at 8pm to February 16, 2025 at 11:30pmERIC ROBERSON
January 31, 2025 at 8pm to February 1, 2025 at 11:30pm
ANGIE STONE
April 4, 2025 at 8pm to April 6, 2025 at 11:30pmSTANLEY CLARKE
February 14, 2025 at 8pm to February 16, 2025 at 11:30pmERIC ROBERSON
January 31, 2025 at 8pm to February 1, 2025 at 11:30pm
Discover Tha Vicious: A Time To Be Vicious – The Latest Album Release
Hip-hop fans, get ready to elevate your playlists with “A Time To Be Vicious”, the highly anticipated new album from Tha Vicious. Released on Halloween, October 31st, 2024, this project is a true testament to high-caliber lyricism and innovative wordplay that will leave you wanting more.“A Time To Be Vicious1features an impressive roster of talented artists, including Serious Gambino, T-Lo Trapnificent,…See More
© 2024 Created by Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist.
Powered by
You need to be a member of True Skool Network to add comments!
Join True Skool Network