Did you re-read the post, or not? I specifically mentioned using modern methods to teach the subject that much better convey the point. If some schools are already using ultrasounds, intrauterine video, heartbeat recordings, etc in their biology lessons, then fantastic. But I would make it mandatory and require the lesson to be taught, adjusted for age and class level, at the elementary, middle, and high school level. It would no more be "dumb" for a candidate to suggest this, than it would be for him to suggest introducing modern instruction methods in any other subject. And considering the gravity of an abortion decision, it is more than appropriate to advocate this, as part of an overall public awareness effort, in a campaign at any level.
Why not advise a politician to say "I think schools should be forced to teach that 2+2=4 rather than 2+2=5"?
Because that would be dumb.
Fine and dandy.
1. If something like this is already being done in schools, then your suggestion is moot, right? And then what becomes of your complaints about Mr. Simon (for being "cowardly" and Not Suggesting This)?
2. If it's not already being done: For a gubernatorial candidate to suggest this all would be viewed as extremely political, and you know it.
Anyhow, we seem t'have strayed pretty far away from good ol' Mr. Simon (remember him?) and whether he "reversed himself" on abortion, whether he's "really" pro-life, etc. Good luck in your school curriculum efforts, though. Best,