I congratulate T. R. Coleman on his fine and almost balanced article on
the DARE program in Houston.  However, I wish that Mr. Coleman had
called NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws) to
give it the opportunity to dispute Sergeant Fletcher's statement that
organizations such as NORML "want kids to use drugs recreationally."

NORML is very clear that its goal is to change the law with regard to
marijuana (only) and that it is irresponsible to provide cannabis to
children.  It would be detrimental to NORML's stated goals to advocate
or encourage the use of drugs by children.

Aside from that one error of omission, it was a very good article, and I
sincerely hope that you continue your fine traditions of investigative
journalism and reporting on topics that the Houston Chronicle tends to
avoid.