Whereas, Children today face challenging circumstances and the risks associated with drugs, alcohol and tobacco use, juvenile crime and delinquency, suicide, teen pregnancy, school drop out, domestic violence, sexual abuse, gang activity and broken families add to the pressure of growing up; and,

Whereas, Young people cannot achieve their full potential if they live in fear for their safety; and,

Whereas, Providing children with support and the very best opportunities to lead productive and fulfilling lives is a responsibility we all share, and,

Whereas, We all share a commitment to care for our children and can best do so by serving as living examples of integrity, honesty, tolerance and understanding for our fellow man; and,

Whereas, It is fitting to reaffirm our commitment to help reduce and eliminate drug abuse, crime, violence, brutality, illiteracy, child abuse and other social ills from our homes, schools, neighborhood and communities; and now therefore be it,

Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim March 2007, as Set A Good Example Month in Michigan.