Posted on 03/01/2009 10:54:33 AM PST by Kaslin
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For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
March 1, 2008
President's Radio Address
THE PRESIDENT: Good morning. Today, my Administration is releasing our 2008 National Drug Control Strategy. This report lays out the methods we are using to combat drug abuse in America. And it highlights the hopeful progress we're making in the fight against addiction.
When I took office in 2001, our country was facing a troubling rateof drug abuse, particularly among young people. Throughout America, young men and women saw their dreams disrupted by the destructive cycle of addiction. So I committed our Nation to an ambitious goal: In 2002, we began efforts to cut drug use among young people by 25 percent over five years.
Our strategy has three key elements. First, we are working to disrupt the supply of drugs by strengthening law enforcement and partnering with other countries to keep drugs out of the United States. Second, we're working to reduce the demand for drugs through prevention and education programs. And third, we're providing treatment options for those who've fallen prey to addiction.
These efforts have produced measurable results. Since 2001, the rate of youth drug abuse has dropped by 24 percent. Young people's use of marijuana is down by 25 percent. Their use of Ecstasy has dropped by more than 50 percent. And their use of methamphetamine has declined by 64 percent. Overall, an estimated 860,000 fewer young people in America are using drugs today than when we began these efforts.
Our drug control strategy will continue all three elements of this successful approach. It will also target a growing problem -- the abuse of prescription drugs by youth. Unfortunately, many young Americans do not understand how dangerous abusing medication can be. And in recent years, the number of Americans who have died from prescription drug overdoses has increased.
One of the factors behind this trend is the growing availability of highly addictive prescription drugs online. The Internet has brought about tremendous benefits for those who cannot easily get to a pharmacy in person. However, it has also created an opportunity for unscrupulous doctors and pharmacists to profit from addiction.
One victim of such a doctor was Ryan Haight. The young man from California was only 18 when he overdosed on pain killers that were illegally prescribed over the Internet. With only a few clicks of the mouse, Ryan was able to get a prescription from a doctor he had never met and have the pills sent to his front door. The doctor who wrote Ryan's prescription had previously served time in prison for illegally dispensing controlled substances.
We need to prevent tragedies like this from happening in the future. So I'm asking Congress to work with my Administration to put an end to the illegal sale of highly addictive prescription drugs on the Internet. By working together to meet this goal, we can ensure a safer future for our children.
Government action is only one part of the solution to the problem of drug abuse. Others in our society have an important role to play as well. People in the entertainment and sports industries serve as role models to millions of young Americans, and that comes with the responsibility to dispel the notion that drug abuse is glamorous and free of consequences. Teachers, pastors, and parents also have an obligation to help young people develop the character and self-respect to resist drugs. The Federal Government will continue to do its part to keep our young people safe, and I urge all Americans to do the same. Our children deserve nothing less.
Thank you for listening.
Photo(s) the Month
President George W. Bush bows his head during a prayer Monday, March 3, 2008 in the East Room of the White House, standing before two chairs in honor of U.S. Army Master Sgt. Woodrow Wilson Keeble, left, and his wife, Bloosom, moments before presenting members of the Keeble family with the Medal of Honor, posthumously, in honor of Master Sgt. Keeble’s gallantry during his service in the Korean War. Keeble is the first full-blooded Sioux Indian to receive the Medal of Honor. White House photo by Eric Draper
Please wait for the all clear before posting or reposting any photos or graphics
Please pray for Snugs and her dad
I could never have guessed just how much we would miss George!
President Bush Participates in Press Availability with Prime Minister Rasmussen of Denmark
President George W. Bush and Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen of Denmark walk toward the cameras at the start of their press availability at The Bush Ranch in Crawford, Texas, Saturday, March 1, 2008, in Crawford, Texas. White House photo by Shealah Craighead
President George W. Bush speaks during a joint press availability with Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen of Denmark at The Bush Ranch in Crawford, Texas, Saturday, March 1, 2008, in Crawford, Texas. White House photo by Eric Draper
Mrs. Laura Bush and Anne-Mette Rasmussen, wife of Denmark Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen, attend a joint press availability at The Bush Ranch in Crawford, Texas, Saturday, March 1, 2008, in Crawford, Texas. White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush and Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen of Denmark walk together at the conclusion of their press availability at The Bush Ranch in Crawford, Texas, Saturday, March 1, 2008, in Crawford, Texas. White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush and Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen of Denmark wave to the media at the conclusion of their press availability at The Bush Ranch in Crawford, Texas, Saturday, March 1, 2008, in Crawford, Texas. White House photo by Shealah Craighead
Many probably feel that way
Boy, do I miss GW and Laura. God bless this precious couple.
President George W. Bush bows his head during a prayer Monday, March 3, 2008 in the East Room of the White House, standing before two chairs in honor of U.S. Army Master Sgt. Woodrow Wilson Keeble, left, and his wife, Bloosom, moments before presenting members of the Keeble family with the Medal of Honor, posthumously, in honor of Master Sgt. Keeble’s gallantry during his service in the Korean War. Keeble is the first full-blooded Sioux Indian to receive the Medal of Honor. White House photo by Eric Draper
The Korean era U.S. Army jacket of Master Sgt. Woodrow Wilson Keeble is seen Monday, March 3, 2008, displayed in the East Room of the White House, during the presentation of the Medal of Honor, posthumously, in honor of Master Sgt. Keeble’s gallantry during his service in the Korean War. Keeble is the first full-blooded Sioux Indian to receive the Medal of Honor. White House photo by Eric Draper
A White House military aide holds the Medal of Honor presented posthumously to U.S. Army Master Sgt. Woodrow Wilson Keeble by President George W. Bush, Monday, March 3, 2008 in the East Room of the White House. Master Sgt. Keeble, the first full-blooded Sioux Indian to receive the Medal of Honor, was recognized for his gallantry above and beyond the call of duty during military action in the Korean War. White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush applauds after presenting the Medal of Honor posthumously to family members of U.S. Army Master Sgt. Woodrow Wilson Keeble, Monday, March 3, 2008 in the East Room of the White House, in honor of Master Sgt. Keeble’s gallantry during his service in the Korean War. Kurt Bluedog, left, Keeble’s great nephew, and Russ Hawkins, a step-son, accepted the award honoring Keeble, the first full-blooded Sioux Indian to receive the Medal of Honor. White House photo by Eric Draper
Family members of U.S. Army Master Sgt. Woodrow Wilson Keeble attend the presentation of the Medal of Honor, posthumously, in honor of Master Sgt. Keeble’s gallantry during his service in the Korean War, presented by President George W. Bush Monday, March 3, 2008 in the East Room of the White House. Keeble is the first full-blooded Sioux Indian to receive the Medal of Honor. White House photo by Eric Draper
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I knew and often said on this site that people who did not like him while he was President would be among the first to say how much they missed him. We had it great and some did not even realize it.
You are not the only one, we all miss them
And look what we got, It’s enough to make you want to cry
President George W. Bush speaks to reporters during a meeting with former Commanding General of Multi-National Corps-Iraq, Lieutenant General Ray Odierno, Monday March 3, 2008, in the Oval Office. President Bush has nominated General Odierno to Vice Chief of Staff of the Army and thanked him for his 30 months of service in Iraq. White House photo by Joyce N. Boghosian
President George W. Bush stands with Attorney General Michael Mukasey as he addresses the National Association of Attorneys General at a drop-by briefing Monday, March 3, 2008, in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. White House photo by Joyce N. Boghosian
President George W. Bush welcomes King Abdullah II to the Oval Office Tuesday, March 4, 2008. President Bush told the King of Jordan, "I value your friendship and I value your leadership. And I appreciate you coming back. America has got no stronger friend in the Middle East than Jordan." White House photo by Eric Draper
President George W. Bush welcomes Boy Scout representatives to the Oval Office Tuesday, March 4, 2008, as they presented him with their Report to the Nation, highlighting the 2007 accomplishments of the Boy Scouts of America. White House photo by Eric Draper
Thank you for the information and pictures about Sergeant Keeble. Somehow, I had missed this. Thanks again.
President George W. Bush delivers a statement regarding the situation in Colombia from the South Lawn of the White House Tuesday, March 4, 2008. The President, who spoke with Colombia's President Uribe earlier in the day, said, "I told the President that America fully supports Colombia's democracy, and that we firmly oppose any acts of aggression that could destabilize the region." White House photo by Chris Greenberg
Sometimes I do.
My biggest regret is that his enemies (and I am talking about millions of Americans) will never admit that it was good under Bush. For his entire tenure, the libs moaned and groaned about the weakening economy. But they never looked around and saw the enormous prosperity that was evident at every turn. Now they have let it all slip away, never acknowledging that we had enjoyed a healthy economy.
You are very welcome
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