There are always certain social problems playing out in our communities. Some of us may not experience it firsthand, but we should all recognize the fact that our greatest social problem still persists today. In Michelle Alexander's book, Drug War Nightmare: How We Created a Massive Racial Caste System in America, she discusses the social problem of inequality and discrimination in America. Whether it's an African American, a law professor, or experience clerking for a Supreme Court justice, it can give the reader a sense of comfort knowing that they know what he's talking about. Alexander uses several methods to make logical and emotional appeals to readers so that they can gain insight into this national issue. She points out that there is a "new Jim Crow system" in the country today that discriminates against minorities in the legal system and that this is a real problem that has a huge impact on the lives of American citizens. . Alexander emphasizes that the war on drugs "affects a particular individual, but it mainly has a negative impact on families." Later in his writing, Alexander begins to connect with his readers through an emotional appeal to what many people value most. There is nothing more important to us than family. Losing a family member overtime is inevitable. But losing them unexpectedly because of the color of their skin can be destructive. Children who grow up without their father for years or even with both parents will change their lives negatively. Siblings who lose both parents and are then separated from each other once child welfare comes into play. They will only blame the "fair" justice system and could suffer the same discriminatory system that imprisoned their parents. This can lead to an endless cycle starting with just a small amount of ownership of an asset.