CUSP’s mission is to enhance the health, safety, and economic opportunity of all Americans.
We are presently focusing intensely on advancing solutions to our nation’s intertwined substance abuse, mental health, and incarceration crises.
We pursue our mission by conducting research and analysis; formulating policy proposals; educating professionals, policy makers, and young people; and increasing public awareness.
In conducting our activities, we strive to focus on facts and to engage respectfully with people whose ideas and opinions differ from our own.
Michael C. Barnes, Chairman
Christopher Piemonte, Policy Manager
We pursue our mission through the following activities:
Researching and analyzing legislation, regulation, enforcement activity, litigation, and other current events
Developing economically sound, legally practical policy proposals
Educating professionals by presenting at conferences, conducting webinars, and writing articles for publication in academic journals
Informing policy makers and stakeholders by publishing issue briefs and participating in briefings and panel discussions
Supporting charitable and educational organizations whose missions align with ours
Sharing knowledge and providing strategic recommendations
Serving on advisory and editorial boards
Providing mentorship, research support, and networking opportunities for students and young professionals
Increasing public awareness by explaining and commenting on current events through news outlets, social media, and our website
Our work is premised upon and promotes these values:
FREEDOM
RESPONSIBILITY
COMPASSION
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