and 11 a. Luis
Morais, Senior Manager -- Safety Planning and Programs will address the
students at the Ferndale High School event.

The Miller Live Responsibly Survey was conducted by Kelton Research in
April 2005.

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More than 700 Troy High and Troy Athens underclassmen and members of
Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) are expected to participate in
the pep rally at Troy High School.
Metro Detroit is stop six of 21 that MADD and Chrysler Group are making as
part of the "21 Turns 21: Lifesaving Milestones" program. These beliefs send kids mixed and dangerous messages. Parents
need to be aware and honest with themselves about what is happening in
their own homes -- what alcohol is in the house and what 21-year-old
siblings on college break may be providing to younger friends and
siblings," said Kari Kinnard, State Executive Director, Wisconsin Mother's
Against Drunk Driving.
-- 21% of parents allow their teens to go to parties without adult
supervision.org

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m. "That's why the Company donated 21 Chrysler
and Dodge minivans to MADD -- to help prevent teen deaths, which are prone to
rise during the summer months, and to celebrate the 21st anniversary of the
National 21 Minimum Drinking Age Act.
-- 62% of parents believe underage drinking is more of a problem for
today's teens than when they were teenagers .

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Later that morning at Ferndale High School,
more than 100 9th-12th graders will participate in the event. "This survey
gives us insights to create programs that directly and effectively reach
parents.

And yet, the survey reveals that 55% of parents believe their kids
"definitely don't drink.

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Working together with MADD we want to
encourage teens to be smart, safe and remain sober -- not just during prom and
graduation -- but at all times.

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Janet Jopke, superintendent of
Troy School District.

"We wanted to know what was missing from prevention education," said Diane
Wagner, Miller Brewing Responsibility Initiatives manager."

"Studies show most minors get alcohol from non-commercial sources.
-- 75% of parents would not change the drinking age if given a choice.

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Miller's Respect 21 program is designed to help prevent underage access and
promote responsible decision-making with parents and teens. Surveillance Summaries,
accessed June 9, 2005 .

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Just Ahead of Prom and Graduation Season MADD and Chrysler Group Launch 21-City Campaign to Educate Teens on Underage Drinking Prevention

After taking the 21 Pledge to not drink and drive, the students will sign
one of the 21 minivans currently touring high schools in 21 cities nationwide
to educate teens on making smart and healthy decisions not only during the
upcoming celebrations for prom and graduation, but every time.
Additional information and news about the "21 Turns 21: Lifesaving
Milestones" tour can be found at http://www. Miller produces Icehouse from the Plank Road
Brewery, a small division of Miller; Olde English 800; and Mickey's Malt
Liquor.

1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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At both schools Wendy Hamilton, national president of MADD, will join
Chrysler Group to share her personal experiences and help communicate to
students positive health and safety messages at a time when the pressures and
celebrations of prom and graduation season are at an all time high."
"We appreciate MADD and Chrysler Group's work to highlight the extremely
important issue of underage drinking," said Dr.org/21 and
http://chryslergroup.
Some parents today believe it's a good idea
to host a party and let their teens and teens' friends drink at home.

"Especially around the graduation and summer timeframe, parents need to
familiarize themselves with their role and the potential liabilities
involved," said Chuck Canterbury, President of the National Fraternal Order
of Police.

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But
what happens when someone gets hurt or sneaks out and tries to drive home?
A new survey, conducted by Kelton Research and commissioned by Miller
Brewing Company found parents are unfamiliar with the legal issues
surrounding underage drinking . 88% of parents say they don't know
everything they need to know about the legal consequences of underage
drinking for their teens. "Sadly, some parents and older adults still believe underage
drinking of alcohol is a rite of passage or is okay as long as the car keys
are taken way.

Additional survey findings include:

-- 64% of parents drank underage.

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daimlerchrysler.com .

36% of parents who
suspect that their teens do not drink have not talked with them about their
plans around prom and graduation. More information about Miller Brewing Company is available at the
company's corporate web site, www.

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In honor of these milestones,
Chrysler Group donated 21 Chrysler and Dodge minivans to MADD to help expand
its lifesaving education programs for youth.
Miller's principal beer brands are Miller Lite, Miller Genuine Draft, and
Miller High Life.

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Tour Stops in Troy and Ferndale Schools Monday, April 18

AUBURN HILLS, Mich . Monday, April 18, 11 a. With more than half
of all fatal car crashes on typical prom weekends involving alcohol (National
Highway Traffic Safety Association 2005), this program is timed to ensure a
safe, memorable prom and graduation season for the students of Troy and
Ferndale high schools .madd."

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, (CDC)
approximately 36 % of ninth-graders say they have consumed alcohol in the
past month(1). The company imports Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro
Azzurro and Foster's and has craft brews Leinenkugel's and Henry
Weinhard 's.

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, respectively, to
raise awareness among teens of the perils of underage drinking and promote
teen driving safety just in time for prom and graduation season.MillerBrewing. Its portfolio of brands also includes Milwaukee's Best and
Sharp's, a non-alcohol brew.

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m. Other research shows 64% of tenth graders have tried
alcohol(2).
-- 26% of parents who suspect that their teens do drink have not talked
with them about their plans around prom and graduation.com.

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"The entire Troy community is committed to working with
our youth on substance abuse issues, and we look forward to celebrating the
success of these efforts through this unique program.

PRESS RELEASE Parents Should Think Twice Before Hosting Teen Parties With Alcohol

"

Miller's survey explores the issue of underage drinking for parents and
teens today.
-- 45% of parents say they do not talk to their teens frequently about
drinking.

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Troy High School Ferndale High School
4777 Northfield Pkwy, Troy 881 Pinecrest, Ferndale
248-823-2730 248-548-8600
Monday, April 18, 8:45 a.

Milwaukee-based Miller Brewing Company is the oldest major brewer in
America, celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2005.

This category contains sites which are related to volunteering or service for teens.

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15% of parents would lower it. MMWR 2004:53(No .

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"Promoting safe-driving habits on the road is a top priority for MADD and
Chrysler Group ," said Morrissett."
The tour is in celebration of the 21st anniversary of the lifesaving 21
Minimum Drinking Age Act as well as the 21st birthday of the Chrysler Town +
Country and Dodge Grand Caravan minivans.com. SS-2)

2 2004 Monitoring the Future Survey, University of Michigan News and
Information Services.

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, Mothers Against Drunk
Driving (MADD) and Chrysler Group will visit Troy High School and Ferndale
High School on Monday, April 18 at 8:45 a.
Deb Morrissett, Chrysler Group Vice President -- Safety and Regulatory
Affairs, will address the students at the Troy High School event. And, 86% aren't thoroughly familiar with the
legal consequences for themselves as parents. For further information Miller
Brewing Company's responsibility efforts, please visit
www.MillerBrewing.monitoringthefuture .

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-- 25% of parents believe there are appropriate times for teens to drink. It involved interviews with 600 parents of teenagers taken
from a representative list of American homes with teenagers present . Miller is a wholly
owned subsidiary of SABMiller plc, one of the world's largest brewers. www .

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Specifically,
Let's Talk and Let's Keep Talking help parents open a dialogue about
alcohol with their younger children and then continue that important
prevention conversation with their teens .

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