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New Years Resolutions of Olympic Proportion: Ashley Wagner
2014 was the year of dreams. As I think of me as a little girl, dreaming of a life in front of lights on the ice, I can’t believe what I have achieved this past year. How do I top ... Read More >
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Phelps’ poor judgment presents opportunity for DUI dialogue
Olympic champion Michael Phelps walked into the Baltimore City District Court and pled guilty to drunk driving. For this, his second impaired driving offense in the span of a decade, Phelps received a one year suspended sentence and 18 months ... Read More >
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Drunk driving deaths decline in 2013
Data released today by the Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) once again shows a decrease in the number of motor vehicle and drunk driving deaths. In 2013, 10,076 people were killed in drunk driving crashes. After an ... Read More >
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Responsibility.org Recognizes Achievements by State Legislators
This year, the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility is pleased to honor 19 state legislators with our Leadership Award for their continued dedication to the prevention of drunk driving. Some legislators introduced bills that will make roads in their states safer, ... Read More >
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How to Have Tough Conversation Series Continues: #HolidayResponsibly
The holiday season offers a TON of opportunities to talk to your kids about alcohol. We’ve added three new videos with great advice from parenting bloggers on How to Start Tough Conversations. To view the full collection of video interviews, ... Read More >
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Responsibility.org honors Members of Congress for leadership on safety issues
Members of Congress play an important role in our outreach efforts each year, and 2014 was no different. During Alcohol Awareness Month in April, Global Youth Traffic Safety Month and Health and Fitness Month in May, the Girl Talk LeaderU ... Read More >
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The Holidays Are Hell – NEW VIDEO!
Ah, the holidays. The most stressful, er, I mean JOYOUS, time of year! I don’t know about you, but my life is nuts. Between work and the kids and the house and the butt wiping and the dinner cooking and ... Read More >
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#B4TheHolidays, Responsibility.org Honors Traffic Safety Leaders at Educational Capitol Hill Event
Each year, the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility holds a fun, educational event on Capitol Hill to remind staff and local partners to stay safe during the holidays. This year’s theme was #B4TheHolidays and it reminded attendees that holiday prep ... Read More >
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Let ME Tell You How I Feel About “That Kid”
Really, let me tell you how I feel about all those kids, or better yet, OUR kids. I recently read the article in the Washington Post, Teacher to Parents: About THAT kid (the one who hits, disrupts and influences YOUR ... Read More >
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Statement regarding Dr. Mark Rosekind’s nomination as Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
The Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility (Responsibility.org) applauds President Obama’s decision to nominate Dr. Mark Rosekind as Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). As a board member of the National Transportation Safety Board, Dr. Rosekind has demonstrated ... Read More >
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State Attorneys General Honored for Leadership on Safety Issues
Each year, the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility is proud to honor Attorneys General who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to the ongoing fight against drunk driving and underage drinking. This year, we are proud to recognize the following Attorneys ... Read More >
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As a Mother, As an Educator: Why American Education Week Matters
Communities around the country are helping the National Education Association (NEA) celebrate American Education Week from November 16-22. This week honors the work of educators, parents, support professionals and community members to help students achieve their potential. As a mom ... Read More >