uana most people consider it not to be such a big deal. When yet in reality it is a problem that should be taken more seriously than it should. When young people see these eventshappening on television they take as a sign that its ok to be caught with marijuana there is not much that can happen to them. That is why these problems should be taken care of in a more serious manner than that of the past. In recent years Chinese women have set remarkable world records; with 19 Chinese swimmers having tested positive for drugs already this decade, the U.S. federation would like the drug rules to be made even tougher. This is not such a bad idea, if drug rules were made tougher it would filter outathletes who use drugs and make room for those athletes who work hard become the bestinstead of those who prefer to take the easy way out. Not only will tougher drug rules help out those athletes who chose to be all "natural", but it will set an example for the younger generation, and let them know that these things will no longer be tolerated. In March, 1996 Pittsburgh Steelers running back Byron "Bam" Morris was indicted, for possession of cocaine and marijuana. He spent a couple of months in prison, but was soon released and back on the field. Although be convicted for this crime, made players, coaches, and fans lose some of the faith in the player they had once cheered and rooted for. Athletes should know that with the use of drugs come many consequences. Like an incident in Dallas, Texas, with America's supposed team. Also in March of 1996 DallasCowboy's star wide receiver Michael Irvin who is also the all-time leading receiver in Dallas Cowboy history, was indicted with a felony charge for possession of four grams of cocaine. Also with this came consequences Mr. Irvin lost a lot of money and a lot oftrust. It also took him away from the game he so loved. In the next season he missed overhalf the season and when he came back he did not receive su...
