Pubdate: Thu, 09 Apr 2015
Source: Guardian, The (CN PI)
Copyright: 2015 The Guardian, Charlottetown Guardian Group Incorporated
Contact:  http://www.theguardian.pe.ca/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/174
Author: Nancy Driscoll
Page: A8

SAFE INJECTION SITES OR SAFE STREETS?

Safe streets. That is what Islanders want, and the Harper Government 
believes that it is what Islanders deserve. That is why they are 
introducing legislation that will strengthen penalties for offenders 
who commit brutal crimes.

On the other hand, Justin Trudeau, head of the Liberal Party, 
believes that the key to harm reduction is lining our streets with 
safe injection sites. That would mean addicts feeding their addiction 
on the corners of our communities. On their way to the park, going to 
the grocery store, on their way to school; our children would witness 
the government enabling life-threatening addictions.

If Justin wanted to help, he would advocate for a longterm plan; not 
a site that would be a long-term liability. This is the Liberal way. 
Instead of coming up with a solution, Justin Trudeau and his Liberals 
believe that the best way to solve a problem is to throw money at it.

But Justin isn't suggesting funding this site with his inheritance, 
he wants to use your money. This site would be run on the backs on 
hard working taxpayers.

Come October, you will have a chance to protect our streets from the 
Liberals' misguided plans. Choose safe streets, not safe injection sites.

Nancy Driscoll, Charlottetown
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