As someone who volunteers in the field of substance abuse and harm reduction, I am always sad to see it when a person endangers themselves or faces negative consequences due to alcohol or drug use. In fact, I am sympathetic. However, in politics, it is a different matter. We deserve to have elected officials whose representatives and staff maintain a higher level of personal responsibility. Operating while intoxicated, of which the spokeswoman has been convicted, is a serious offense. It is also her second one within the past couple years, resulting in incarceration. While Wisconsin historically has provided leniency to drunk drivers, there is hope that this is changing. I believe we should reduce the limit of intoxication from .08 BAC to .05 as the National Transportation Safety Board has recently advised (and which the Tavern League of Wisconsin opposes). Bartenders should also cut off more people, as they are required to under existing law. Finally, I hope that the Walker campaign staff person gets the help she needs to avoid further endangering herself and others.
Link: http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/news/208629331.html
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