Publicizing a Lifesaving Anniversary

ASPR was honored to help former U.S. Senator Elizabeth Dole and Candace Lightner share their thoughts in Newsweek to mark the 40th anniversary of President Reagan signing legislation that led to states raising the drinking age to 21. Lightner, the founder of Mothers Against Drunk Driving, has gone on to found and lead We Save Lives. Indeed, countless lives have been saved because of her grassroots efforts, along with the backing of Dole (then serving as U.S. Transportation Secretary) and other lawmakers; all of them built essential support for the legislation.

The photo below is from the bill signing ceremony in 1984. Left to right: Vice President George H.W. Bush, President Ronald Reagan, Secretary Dole and Candace Lightner.