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Jens 'n' Frens
Idle thoughts of a relatively libertarian Republican in Cambridge, MA, and whomever he invites. Mostly political.
"A strong conviction that something must be done is the parent of many bad measures."
-- Daniel Webster
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Friday, November 14, 2003 :::
"[P]erformance enhancement substances in baseball" are being used by 5 to 7% of players.Under baseball's labor contract that took effect on Sept. 30, 2002, testing with penalties begins after any season in which more than 5 percent of survey tests are positive. And from now on, players who test positive will be identified to the commissioner's office and the union.Starting next year, a first positive test for steroid use would result in treatment and a second in a 15-day suspension or fine of up to $10,000. I'm suprised the percentage was as low as it was, but that's not what I want to dwell on; I'm interested in that second paragraph.Starting next year, a first positive test for steroid use would result in treatment and a second in a 15-day suspension or fine of up to $10,000. Am I grossly misinformed about the extent to which these substances are addictive — my impression being not at all — or has our society has gone so soft on giving actions consequences that we're "treating" people who willfully violate the rules?
::: posted by dWj at 11:10 AM
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