Is there a need for educational programs teaching how the government works?
There are many programs in schools for tobacco and drugs, not in government. Campbell said the schools could use help in this area. Q: What programs do you work with? One of our biggest programs is our drug interdiction that works county-wide with all police agencies. Weve seized millions of dollars of drugs. Were constantly down at the bus station making arrests. Drugs come in from NYC. Thats huge. Q: What about the DWI Program? The Albany County Stop DWI is one of the best programs in NY State. We have 4 to 5 DWI blanket patrols each year with all police agencies working on a Friday night from 8pm to 7am on Saturday. Well tell the world and well still make thirty arrests! The intent on the publicity is with the hope that people will hear and remember not to drive. The issue here isnt making numerous arrests. Its to save lives. Weve identified the main issues for DWI arrests (about 1,400 each year)-hard core drinkers, those who drink and drive with high blood alcohol levels, and repea
