| QUOTE Gorgo
> State-imposed religion programs such as AA
AA is not a religious program. There are atheists doing it too.
Nor is AA state imposed. Attendance not does not equal working the program, and attendance is always voluntary. People accept atendance as a means to a lesser punishment.
> are not based on science
AA is absolutely based on science. The steps of the program were derived scientifically, using sound statistical technique. The results continue to be confirmed by surveys of members. The principles of it all hold together logically.
The only thing that can be said about it here thats relevant is its not simple! The fact that someone thinks its a religious program show just how little clue they actually have about it.
> and for the most part seem ineffective.
most dont get it, thats true, because its a damn tough order. Of those that actually do it, the results are impressive - one of the 2 most impressive treatment models in the world in fact.
> Sending millions of people to prison seems to be an effective way to siphon money from society with little good effect.
now there I do agree, why do that when you can sentence the more minor offenders to work 14 hours a day 6.5 days a week? Crazy, criminals should pay us, not cost us!
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