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The
Red Ribbon Campaign
 DEA
Special Agent Enrique Camarena's death in 1985 touched the nation deeply,
and Americans felt outraged and frustrated that more could not be done
to end the brutal violence of the drug war. In order that Camarena's sacrifice
not be forgotten and to demonstrate their own commitment to take a stand
against drug abuse, Americans began wearing red ribbons.
As this tribute spread
across the nation, the Virginia Federation of Parents and the Illinois
Drug Education Alliance called on members of grassroots organizations
across the country to wear a red ribbon. Today, millions of Americans
across the nation and around the world proudly wear red ribbons during
the last week of October as a symbol of their commitment to make America
drug free. The Red Ribbon Campaign has also grown into a symbol of support
for DEA's efforts to reduce demand for drugs through prevention and education
programs.
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