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Think Before You Drink (And Drive)

Is it really worth it?

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Think Before You Drink (And Drive)
In The Drivers Seat With Hozzie

Throughout high school, we were taught and constantly reminded about how harmful drinking and driving is and can be. Whether it was before prom, or just an annual seminar aiming to stress the severity of drinking and driving, high school administrations have always made it a point to do their best to help avoid these situations.

High schools across the nation take extreme measures, like Every 15 Minutes, to ensure that their students do not partake in such a dangerous act.


On college campuses there is slim-to-no awareness, which does not make sense considering how abundant alcohol is on most college campuses. Every week it is brought to my attention more and more. Drunk driving is never okay. No matter if you only live a block away from the bar or house party. Driving under the influence not only puts the driver's life at risk, but everyone in the car and everyone else on the road. It is terrifying to think about all of the people who have received DUI’s, drove home while being intoxicated, and even worse injured themselves or an innocent person on the road.

The consequences at stake could lead to someone's worst nightmare. Is driving drunk really worth injuring or killing someone else or yourself? Is it worth the high risk of property damage that could be done? Is it worth getting arrested? No, but the $10 cab fare is worth every penny if it means avoiding any of these risks.

Binge drinking on college campuses is a health issue in itself, however, drinking and driving is concern to public safety as a whole. College students are expected to make mature and smart decisions and driving under the influence is not the brightest choice, but it is still frequently taking place. Drinking and driving is a mistake that can be easily avoided. Call a taxi/friend, or walk home with a friend, but do not drink and drive. At the end of the day, it is an inexcusable selfish thing to do.

Check out these drinking and driving statistics.

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