I was in Chicago, visiting my sister. We went downtown and got caught up in the riots. I was also at Kent State as a student when the National Guard action occurred.
I am a product of the 60's, a Freedom Rider, a campaign volunteer, etc. But I never followed the path of the Weathermen, SDS, Timothy Leary, etc. From what I saw there was blame to go around on both sides. But I especially hold the professors and teachers responsible who encouraged it.
And now we have come full circle, and the former student protesters are teachers and professors. It is a chain that needs to be broken.
>>>But I especially hold the professors and teachers responsible who encouraged it.
Bump!
There was a mock election today at my kids elementary school.
My 5y.o. came home today repeating Bush kills people with guns. My 7y.o. came home saying he voted for Kerry cause we just need a new president. My 9y.o. thankfully voted for Bush.
I asked each of my kids how any of them based their decisions, none were given platforms to base their decisions.
I didn't let them watch cartoons after their homework. I made them watch Stolen Honor. I figured if the school felt they were old enough to play politics, they at least needed some background.
I feel bad now. Made my daughter cry. Then she asked why they didn't learn about this in school.