Please share an “a-ha! moment” — this is where something clicks in your mind as you watch a film or read a text, where something suddenly makes sense in a new way or for the first time. It is sometimes also referred to as a “eureka” moment, a moment of discovery, or a moment where “a lightbulb goes off in your head.”
Describe at least one example of an “a-ha!” moment that you experienced when watching the documentaries “Beyond Fentanyl” and “How Cocaine Came to America”.
1. Describe the moment/scene in the video and why it was an “a-ha! moment” for you
A “muddiest point” is a point of confusion that remains in your mind despite watching a video or reading a text. It is often described as a “nagging question” or something that remains murky and obscure despite the video or text’s attempt to explain it.
2. Describe at least one example of a “muddiest point” that you continue to have after watching both documentaries and explain what more you would like to know about this to understand it.
Peer Response
3. Do a little research (try to find scholarly or reputable sources) and help clarify this point for a peer, citing at least 1 scholarly source as evidence (provide source, using APA format).
reply to classmate ”My “a-ha” moment came when viewing “How Cocaine Came to America,” specifically in the section that described the CIA’s role in the 1980s cocaine trafficking. It was surprising to discover how deeply government organizations were involved in the sale of cocaine to finance illegal actions.
Also the larger socioeconomic effects of these operations by highlighting the different ways in which drug trafficking and advanced politic targets were connected. This just sort of combined my understanding to ties between world politics and the illegal drug trade. The muddiest point
After seeing both documentaries, is knowing the methods that modern drug policy have contributed to prevented the opioid and cocaine crises. I want to know more about how well harm reduction techniques work in comparison to punitive tactics to lower drug-related harm and addiction rates. What effects do these strategies have on vulnerable communities that are more affected by these crises.”
