[the_devils_advocate_666]

The "War" continues to be a huge success!

[MrLeRoy]

"If our schools and parents were to utilize recognized, successful intervention techniques, including drug testing, we would be able to identify these youth and get them the counseling and treatment they need to turn away from drug use," Walters said in a statement.

If oiur government were to relegalize drugs for adults, we would give sellers a new economic incentive to not sell to kids---namely, the risk of losing their legal adult business.

[StatesEnemy]

I guess when ya jack the price high enough, it becomes a status symbol - bling in the bastardized vernacular.

[jmc813]

WOD Ping

[ellery]

Survey officials gave credit to adults, saying they had been more active in keeping drugs, alcohol and cigarettes away from children.

What? You mean it's good parenting, not government prohibition, that makes a difference??!!

[robertpaulsen]

"put themselves in greater danger of dropping out of school, committing crime, attempting suicide or becoming involved in other dangerous behaviors, the report said"

Why is tobacco even in this survey? Does it lead to these things?

[sweet_diane]

"A companion survey on marijuana use found that students who smoke the drug at least once a month are more likely to think about suicide, carry guns to class and get into trouble at school or with police. They also are less likely to earn good grades and participate in school activities such as sports and clubs. "

I would love to see yet another companion survey regarding the home/parent situations of this kids who are thinking about suicide, carrying guns etc.

I still believe the root of the problem is the home, not so much the supply.