WHEREAS:

The labor movement has always been a leader in fighting social problems through action and not just through the written or spoken word; and

WHEREAS:

Substance abuse devastates the abuser, the abuser's family and friends, and the community; and

WHEREAS:

While there are numerous worthwhile education and voluntary action anti-substance abuse programs, these programs alone cannot sufficiently address the problem.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:

AFSCME urges its affiliates to participate in programs whose goal is to stem the tide of a pro-drug culture; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:

That AFSCME urges its affiliates to support full funding of medical and self-help programs that provide counseling and treatment to those who seek assistance in overcoming substance abuse; and

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED:

That AFSCME urge Congress to take action to cut off the importation of drugs into the United States.

SUBMITTED BY:

William L. McGowan, Delegate and President
Irene Carr, Delegate and Secretary
George Boncoraglio, Delegate
CSEA/AFSCME Local 1000
Albany, New York

Charles Hughes, President and Delegate
Betty Silverstein, Executive Vice President and Delegate
AFSCME Local 372, Council 37
New York, New York