[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 135 (Thursday, October 1, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Page S11290]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  SOMERSET COUNTY RED RIBBON CAMPAIGN

 Mr. SANTORUM. Mr. President, Communities across our nation are 
being plagued by the numerous problems associated with drug and alcohol 
abuse, and this disease is playing an increasing role in the lives of 
our children. I rise today to commend Somerset County in Pennsylvania 
for its efforts to raise awareness and show our children that by 
choosing a drug-free lifestyle, they can reach their full potential.
  The Somerset County Red Ribbon Committee is sponsoring its annual Red 
Ribbon Campaign, which offers citizens throughout Pennsylvania the 
opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to a drug-free lifestyle. 
The Committee has designated October 23-31 Red Ribbon Week. Businesses, 
schools, churches and community organizations across the state will 
play an active role by participating in drug education and prevention 
activities throughout the week.
  Our children are the future of our country. By joining together to 
fight the war on drugs we are investing in that future. I commend 
Somerset County for their efforts in confronting this difficult 
challenge. Mr. President, I ask my colleagues to join Pennsylvania in 
recognizing Red Ribbon Week so that all of our children's futures may 
be promising, healthy and drug-free.

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