President Nixon Declares Drug Abuse Public Enemy Number One

June 17, 1971: In a press conference, President Nixon declares drug abuse public enemy number He announces the creation of a special action office for drug abuse prevention and requests 155 million to underwrite the effort, 105 million of which would be dedicated to treatment and rehabilitation. The Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum Situated on nine rolling acres in Yorba Linda, California, the Richard Nixon Presidential Library Museum offers visitors an insiders glimpse into