Pubdate: Sat, 30 Sep 2006
Source: Now, The (Surrey, CN BC)
Copyright: 2006 The Now Newspaper
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Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/1462
Author: M. Brian
Referenced: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v06/n1293/a07.html
Referenced: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v06/n1293/a08.html

WELFARE PAYMENTS WASTED IF CASH GOES TO A DRUG FIX

The Editor,

Re: "Letter shows simplistic view of drug addiction" and "Drug 
addicts need as much compassion as sick," The Now letters, Sept. 27.

I agree with Lawrence Melanson to an extent that the justice system 
should be strengthened in order to contribute to decreasing the drug 
problem; however, I disagree with Clayton Randle.

Why wouldn't anyone write hateful diatribes to any newspaper in 
general? People have the right to their own opinions and should stand 
by what they say, be it positive or negative.

Give me a break!

My question for Mr. Randle: Why would you throw away your hard-earned 
tax dollars just so a junkie can get their fix? Is there any logic in 
paying for a person's heroin or cocaine against your will? I don't think so.

And yes, there are addicts who live in my neighbourhood, but 
unfortunately, some harass and feed off others just to get their fix. 
Even if they are collecting welfare, it is definitely enough to put 
food on their table and shoes on their feet. But as I have stated 
before, it all goes to waste - in their arms. I guess it only goes to 
show why the Campbell Liberals have given up on this crisis. Sad, but true.

M. Brian

Surrey
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