Copiah Native Helping to Teach 'Truth' About Tobacco

Source from:  CRYSTAL SPRINGS, Miss. Associated Press - September 19, 2007 09/20/2007

A 25-year-old hip-hop artist and anti-tobacco advocate is traveling across the country teaching young people that it's OK to say "no" to tobacco. Crystal Springs resident Jason Thompson is working in conjunction with the Truth Anti-Tobacco Campaign. Thompson passes along the message of Truth, whose popular "anti-drug" commercials made the group famous in recent years. The Crystal Springs High School and University of Mississippi graduate said part of the reason he feels his message and his work are important is because young adults need hope in today's world. They need an option, he said, to following societal norms. He says it's important kids know about tobacco and the risks associated to their health. Enditem