Pubdate: Sun, 22 May 2005
Source: Lufkin Daily News (TX)
Copyright: 2005 Cox Texas Newspapers, L.P. - The Lufkin Daily News
Contact:  http://www.lufkindailynews.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/3616
Author: Raylan Long

SUPPORTS D.A.R.E. PROGRAM

A few days ago I ended the D.A.R.E. program. We were told that this was 
going to end in Huntington and other county schools because of lack of 
funds. I want to keep the D.A.R.E. program because it is a good informal 
program. Officer Bridwell taught us well and I don't think it should end. I 
learned that smoking can cause bad breath, lung cancer and heart disease. 
Over 400,000 Americans die each year from tobacco related causes. Alcohol 
slows down the brain and can cause coma and death. Illegal drugs like 
marijuana and cocaine can cause health, family and legal problems. I think 
all fifth graders should have the opportunity to learn how to say no to drugs.

Please fund the D.A.R.E. program.

Raylan Long, age 11, Huntington
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