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Sunday, June 06, 2010 - 4:50 PM
In 1980 Candy
Lightner founded Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). This powerful
group was founded because of a personal tragedy, when her twelve year
old daughter, Cari, was killed by a drunk driver.
Candy Lightner transformed a tragedy into a remarkable effort
to educate, inform and change society. She headed MADD for eight years.
Today MADD's effect is felt with chapters in all fifty states
and many international affiliates. Its goals are to educate, prevent,
deter and punish. It has caused judicial reforms throughout the United
States.
Her outreach was felt then as it is now through her lectures,
speeches, writings and personal appearances. She speaks about survivors
of alcohol-related crashes, victim's rights, legislative advocacy,
grass roots organizations, and the need to recognize the contributions
of women and children.
She is often on radio and television, including Good Morning
America, Lifetime Television Network and many other programs. She
appears before Congress to appeal for stricter drunk driving laws. Louis J. Sheehan, Esquire
also speaks to organizations and businesses as a consultant.
Her books include, Guilty Until Proven Innocent and Who's
Responsible or How to Have a Party, her articles have appeared in
national magazines, newspapers and legal journals. She has received the
President's Volunteer Action Award and has received an Honorary
Doctorate in humanities and public service.
The movie, "Mothers Against Drunk Drivers-The Candy Lightner
Story", starred Mariette Hartley.
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