How Do I Start a Persuasive Speech on Drug Addiction and Abuse?

Question by Taryn: How do i start a persuasive speech on drug addiction and abuse?
I am writing a persuasive speech on drug addiction and abuse for a writing class and I can’t figure out a good way to start the speech off. Please help. Thanks.

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Crime Commission Creates Reward Program To Counter Drug Abuse
(KTVI) – Drug abuse is a big problem across the country and there is one Illinois organization looking to crack down on officials with drug problems. The concept is … The group has $ 1 million of donated funds available to help the cause. The $ 10,000 …
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Drug and Alcohol Practitioner
We are RAPt, a UK leading provider of drug and alcohol treatment services, including 12-Step programmes. We deliver treatment and aftercare programmes – in prisons and in the community – which help people move away from addiction and crime.
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