Pubdate: Fri, 17 Nov 2006
Source: Stratford City Gazette, The (CN ON)
Copyright: 2006 Stratford City Gazette
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Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/3716
Author: Wayne Phillips
Referenced: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v06/n1532/a03.html

COLUMN ON DRUG USE A REFRESHING APPROACH

Re Street drug use is risky, Column, Nov. 10

In times when drug hysteria seems to be the prevailing fear gripping
the nation, it is refreshing to encounter a rational approach to the
issue. Thank you Stratford City Gazette and thank you Jackie Parkin.

This column offers sound advice correctly, that is, without the
condescension and moralization that "Just Say No" approaches embrace.
That is a good thing. Moreover, it is an appropriate thing.

The writer respects the boundaries of the individual, a concept
considerably more significant to someone coming of age in a time when
the average adolescent face challenges more daunting and complex then
previous generations can appreciate.

Street drug use is risky voices realtime issues then addresses those
concerns with effective street-smart advice without the usual
admonishments.

The article is significant because it educates while it
empowers.

Wayne Phillips,

Speakers Bureau Coordinator: Law Enforcement Against Prohibition,

Hamilton
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