Should we ban alcohol at the beach? Drug and alcohol proposals will be decided upon this Election Day.
On November 4th, the American public will not only decide who will be the next President of the United States, but they will determine the future of alcohol and drug use in numerous counties and states across the nation.
Alcohol seems to be emerging as a hot topic this election year. In San Diego, there is a measure to ban alcohol consumption at Pacific Beach. Drinking is banned at many public beach locations for safety reasons. Nevertheless, alcohol at the beach has long been a part of the culture in southern California, but unfortunately irresponsible drinking has led to unsafe situations, including a rough brawl during Labor Day weekend in 2007.
Ottawa County in Michigan currently prohibits the sale of wine and beer on Sundays. A measure to change the law to allow for alcohol sales on Sunday is on the ballot. The proposal is causing some controversy, not about whether alcohol should be sold or not, but because of the language involved. Voters who want to drink on Sundays have to vote ‘no’, while those who want to maintain the ban have to vote ‘yes.’ Texas also has several counties with alcohol-related propositions that would change how, when, or where alcohol is sold.
Marijuana is also on the ballot in Michigan, as well as in Massachusetts. Proposition 1 in Michigan is a medical marijuana legalization initiative that would allow for people suffering from serious illnesses, like cancer, to be in possession of pot for medical use only. The proposition in Massachusetts is quite different. The state is considering the decriminalization of marijuana in quantities of 1 ounce or less. Under the new law, those found in possession of marijuana are guilty of a criminal offense and must pay a $100 civil fine.
Drug abuse and alcoholism are serious issues that we’re grappling with as a nation through legislation. The only way to have a say in the future of drug and alcohol use is to go out and vote. Spread the word!
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