Federal Goal Less Pot Higher Prices
The U S government uses education and economics to deter youth from smoking marijuana. NIMH funds mass media campaigns while the justice department tightens the U S border drive to raise prices and curb supply. Street prices have risen from 10 15 to 25 35 per ounce, with Mexican weed being replaced by cheaper home grown varieties. Some experts worry scarcity may push more youths toward other drugs.
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UPI
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Educational campaign targets youth drug use with facts over fear
The NIMH led by Dr. Sidney Cohen rolls out a $1 million program to arm 14 million teachers with pamphlets and films, plus massive free ad space via newspapers and TV. Ads stress facts and uncertainty about marijuana's effects, while celebrities like Willie Mays join spots urging caution and warning of strict marijuana laws.
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Administrators urged to address school unrest and reform
Frederick H. Treesh reports UPI that Education Commissioner James E. Allen Jr urges high school principals and state officials to confront underlying issues behind student unrest. He calls for dialogue, curriculum relevance, shared decision making, improved teaching quality, and broader student rights, with plans for disciplinary reform and ombudsman consideration.
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U.S
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New Jersey Considers Lottery as Revenue Source
New Jersey may become the third state to adopt a lottery revenue plan. A November referendum to authorize a lottery is seen as likely to win support. Gov. Hughes aides say proceeds would fund education and state facility construction. Proponents estimate annual revenue of 10 to 200 million dollars.
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UPI
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