Morally Challenged GOP Isn't Sure if Radel's Coke Conviction is an Ethics …
… drug conviction. Because they might have to punish him with a letter. Seriously. Given their track record, we await Republicans' appointment of Trey Radel to lead the Ethics Committee upon his return from what Florida Republicans allege is phony rehab. Read more on PoliticusUSA

Florida congressman enters rehab after cocaine charge
The freshman lawmaker said in a statement that he is seeking treatment and counseling in a Florida center for his drug and alcohol abuse. "It is my hope, through this process, I will come out a better man," Radel said. "I will work hard to gain back … Read more on The Macomb Daily

Poll: Four-fifths of Texas oppose prison time for nonviolent drug offenders
Seventy-seven percent agreed that all non-violent offenders “should have the opportunity to rehabilitate before facing prison time,” and that rehabilitation is a better option for low-level or first-time offenders if it would produce better results … Read more on CorrectionsOne

SalusCare Offers Tips for a Safe New Year's Party
“Alcohol is a drug that depresses the central nervous system and causes sleepiness, lack of coordination and impairs judgment,” Lewis said. “These effects are all … SalusCare, Inc., is the largest, most comprehensive mental health and substance abuse … Read more on Naples Daily News