Decriminalizing Drug Use

I agree wholeheartedly that to successfully end the abuse of substances we must approach the causative factors aggressively. As a Libertarian I believe that each individual is responsible for his own life and all actions. As a caring, concerned parent, nurse and member of a free society, I want to see the need for escape reduced and the chance for rehabilitation increased.

This can only be done through education for all and assistance programs for all those with lowered self-esteem and negative expectations and opportunities. Giving the individual choices and adequately explaining and enforcing the consequences of those choices will allow those of who can help to do so and those of us who need help to find it provided by people who care.

GAIL LIGHTFOOT

San Dimas