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Politically Speaking - The Drug Epidemic

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Episode #1811 - The Drug Epidemic
President Obama and Governor Pence both addressed the drug epidemic facing our nation and the state in their yearly speeches. We examine addiction to prescription drugs, heroin and methamphetamine and talk about policy solutions.
Original Airdate: January 31, 2016

In This Episode

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    The Drug Epidemic
    Jim Arnold, Judge Jane Woodward Miller, John Horsley, Tammy Keirn, Kerri Teachout More Information
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    The Drug Epidemic

    In This Segment

    In this episode, we focus on the addiction epidemic, enforcement and treatment policies.

    Guests

    1. Jim ArnoldIndiana State Senator (D)District 8, LaPorte
    2. Judge Jane Woodward MillerSt. Joseph County Superior Court
    3. John HorsleyDirector of Addiction ServicesOaklawn
    4. Tammy KeirnAttorneyMiner & Lemon, LLP, Warsaw
    5. Kerri TeachoutSubstance Abuse Prevention SupervisorBerrien County Health Department