Trying to "Just say No!" may not be enough. Something has to be there to take the place of the drugs, something strong and good. This young woman found that needed strength in an understanding of her nature as God's child.
What are we fighting? Realizing that the struggle is basically a spiritual one helps us see how to commit ourselves in a way that really makes a difference.
When I first sought public office many years ago, I understood that my stands on various issues would be—as they should be—subject to close scrutiny by the voters and my opponents.