He speaks often of his support for abstinence programs.

Some abstinence programs are probably inadequate, and others probably do a fair amount of good.

I will promote abstinence programs in our school systems.

"What I would like to do is get some of this money being spent and put it in a total abstinence program," she said.

You did a disservice by failing to discuss this damaging group of abstinence programs.

Federal efforts to promote abstinence programs would be fine if the Government support did not carry with it a prohibition on the discussion of contraceptives.

Junior high schools were the most likely to have abstinence programs using the Federal money.

About 80 people - including 5 in Thun - chose to enter abstinence programs.

Nor is it clear whether all states will be required to offer abstinence programs or have the right to refuse.