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Maybe you are one of the lucky ones, but nearly all of us have been in contact with at least one family whose children have fallen to the temptation to get involved with illegal drugs.  Perhaps your direct - or indirect experience - can shed light for other parents on the current drug policy that bars federal financial aid from being awarded to a student who has been convicted of the use of illegal drugs.  Whether you agree with the policy or not, please share your thoughts.  Thank you.