When was Marion Barry's nationally-publicized arrest?
1990
1989
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1992
Answer
In 1990, Marion Barry, Then-mayor of Washington, D.C., gained national attention when he was arrested on drug-related charges. The incident, involving a sting operation and video evidence, led to a trial and conviction, resulting in a prison sentence for Barry. The highly publicized arrest and subsequent legal proceedings significantly impacted his political career and damaged his reputation.
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