I read Sen. Jeff Session's Alabama Voices column concerning Elena Kagan. Ms. Kagan's most obvious accomplishment seems to be her position as dean at Harvard Law School.
While there, she garnered a significant amount of publicity and controversy because she closed the on-campus military office, banning recruitment . According to Sen. Sessions, Ms. Kagan did not initiate the banning actions, but when she became dean, she re-instituted the ban, overriding the congressional Solomon Act.
If Harvard was 100 percent private, I suppose there would be some room for a private property argument. If Ms. Kagan were not nominated to the Supreme Court by a president who never served in the armed services, and is himself controversial, there would probably be no argument.
Many of us who have voluntarily served our country, even when there was a draft, take great offense at the possibility of a person who obviously holds the American military with disdain being selected to a lifetime appointment as a Supreme Court justice.
It is quite clear to most Americans that the freedom of educational institutions and also religion is not derived from groups of armed teachers and preachers.
While Ms. Kagan was gathering academic credentials and controversial accolades, others were "standing on the wall," protecting her personal lifestyle and ambitions.
Paraphrasing Jack Nicholson, I would prefer she had just taken up a weapon and stood a watch.
West Marcus
Montgomery
18 June 2010
28 May 2010
Founders far more insightful
The Constitution of the United States of America, Article IV, Section 4: "The United States shall guarantee to every State in this Union a Republican Form of Government, and shall protect each of them against Invasion; and on Application of the Legislature, or of the Executive (when the Legislature, cannot be convened), against domestic Violence."
I suggest that many citizens of Arizona believe they are being invaded, and from news reports there is ample cause to believe alien violence abounds, directly attributable to a constant influx of non-U.S. citizens ( illegal aliens).
It is absolutely astounding how insightful our founders were, while our current leaders have such shallow regard and respect for our own citizenry.
May I suggest that all Americans buy what they can from the state of Arizona, in an attempt to offset the lunacy of those states with holier-than-thou attitudes. Border Americans are currently suffering the results of unresponsive Washington politicians, who obviously believe the rights of Americans are less important than those of foreign lawbreakers.
West Marcus
Montgomery
May 25, 2010
I suggest that many citizens of Arizona believe they are being invaded, and from news reports there is ample cause to believe alien violence abounds, directly attributable to a constant influx of non-U.S. citizens ( illegal aliens).
It is absolutely astounding how insightful our founders were, while our current leaders have such shallow regard and respect for our own citizenry.
May I suggest that all Americans buy what they can from the state of Arizona, in an attempt to offset the lunacy of those states with holier-than-thou attitudes. Border Americans are currently suffering the results of unresponsive Washington politicians, who obviously believe the rights of Americans are less important than those of foreign lawbreakers.
West Marcus
Montgomery
May 25, 2010
Why even involve government?
I have no problem with a national day of prayer. I don't think anyone needs my affirmation, nor have they asked for it. I would oppose an official congressional day.
I have been listening and reading about some of the opposing points of view concerning the idea. It had dawned upon me that currently there are probably more Christian-type religions practiced in the USA than others, but others are growing in number.
Our government maintains extensive legal rules and laws to prevent racial profiling, but thinks nothing apparently of lifting one religion above another. I can already hear the arguments of why there should be one, so spare me.
If there is an official day of prayer, what does that tell other religions? I don't see any reason for the government to even be concerned. Just look how long it took to elect a Catholic president and to have a Jew on the Supreme Court, much less a black to the highest office, whose religious affiliation is regularly challenged.
We know followers of some religions are willing to die for their beliefs, and they aren't all Christian. Some religions have mandatory prayer every day. Maybe Congress can just pass a law that everyone has to pray every day. About what can be optional.
West Marcus
Montgomery
May 15, 2010
I have been listening and reading about some of the opposing points of view concerning the idea. It had dawned upon me that currently there are probably more Christian-type religions practiced in the USA than others, but others are growing in number.
Our government maintains extensive legal rules and laws to prevent racial profiling, but thinks nothing apparently of lifting one religion above another. I can already hear the arguments of why there should be one, so spare me.
If there is an official day of prayer, what does that tell other religions? I don't see any reason for the government to even be concerned. Just look how long it took to elect a Catholic president and to have a Jew on the Supreme Court, much less a black to the highest office, whose religious affiliation is regularly challenged.
We know followers of some religions are willing to die for their beliefs, and they aren't all Christian. Some religions have mandatory prayer every day. Maybe Congress can just pass a law that everyone has to pray every day. About what can be optional.
West Marcus
Montgomery
May 15, 2010
Real friendship disregards race
I enjoyed Craig Cornwell's Alabama Voices column "City as classroom," regarding geriatric Australian tourists with Friendship Force International.
I think that all Caucasians have at one time or another have uttered the statement "I have a black friend." He mentioned that he is a " boycott baby" of the 1950s civil rights era, so he did not experience some of the truly segregated laws and mores of the past centuries.
He quotes a retired black judge, who suggests people should "get past manufactured integration exercises" and just be friends. I hope the Australian visitors learned what Montgomery is like, which is probably a lot like all cities. I certainly would enjoy a trip to Australia to learn about the division of the cities and the Outback.
I hope the travelers learned that Montgomery is a progressive, friendly place to live, and plagued by the same social problems that are worldwide.
The retired judge makes a significant point concerning relationships, as does Mr. Cornwell about the Australian request to be hosted by African-Americans. May I suggest to them that many of us have overcome ethnic bias and bigotry. Many people of color actually have Caucasian friends, with whom they are not ashamed to associate. I personally have several friends who have tolerated me for decades. That is why they are friends. I have always thought that is what friendship means.
G'day, visitors, and safe travels. Godspeed.
West Marcus
Montgomery
May 10, 2010
I think that all Caucasians have at one time or another have uttered the statement "I have a black friend." He mentioned that he is a " boycott baby" of the 1950s civil rights era, so he did not experience some of the truly segregated laws and mores of the past centuries.
He quotes a retired black judge, who suggests people should "get past manufactured integration exercises" and just be friends. I hope the Australian visitors learned what Montgomery is like, which is probably a lot like all cities. I certainly would enjoy a trip to Australia to learn about the division of the cities and the Outback.
I hope the travelers learned that Montgomery is a progressive, friendly place to live, and plagued by the same social problems that are worldwide.
The retired judge makes a significant point concerning relationships, as does Mr. Cornwell about the Australian request to be hosted by African-Americans. May I suggest to them that many of us have overcome ethnic bias and bigotry. Many people of color actually have Caucasian friends, with whom they are not ashamed to associate. I personally have several friends who have tolerated me for decades. That is why they are friends. I have always thought that is what friendship means.
G'day, visitors, and safe travels. Godspeed.
West Marcus
Montgomery
May 10, 2010
Public salaries hardly secret
A recent letter to the Advertiser said the writer was appalled that school system employees' names, positions and salaries were printed in a news article. The writer said it was "disrespectful" to the whole system and the Advertiser owes an apology to Montgomery Public Schools.
I'm a retired teacher. I do not understand the outrage manifested by the writer. I was paid with tax monies for 33 years. The salary was no secret.
West Marcus
Montgomery
I'm a retired teacher. I do not understand the outrage manifested by the writer. I was paid with tax monies for 33 years. The salary was no secret.
West Marcus
Montgomery
30 April 2010
Uniforms send weak message
I realize that my opinion concerning uniforms for public school children is one of the least concerns of the world.
During the 1950s, I was aware that the Catholic school children in Montgomery wore uniforms. This immediately identified them in after-school situations, such as riding the bus home. I always supposed it was a Catholic thing.
By now, I think we all know the rationale behind the superintendent's push for total involvement of the uniform dress code by all public schools. Let me assure you, uniforms did not prevent the ferocious fight I broke up between two girls about three-quarters of a mile from Capitol Heights school, while a crowd of uniformed children apparently egged it on. Khaki pants do not prevent the boys from exposing their underwear when no authority is present.
I believe that uniforms in the public schools represent a philosophy that says we are unable to establish respectful, dignified, reasonable rules of dress with parents and children. I think the process says the children actually control the situation, not parents or the school administration. Various administrators will pat their own backs while making frilly reports of enhanced control and behavioral improvement. Trust me, the students will be working their own agenda.
If I may be allowed a paraphrase: It isn't the color of their clothes that is important, it is the content of their character development.
West Marcus
Montgomery
During the 1950s, I was aware that the Catholic school children in Montgomery wore uniforms. This immediately identified them in after-school situations, such as riding the bus home. I always supposed it was a Catholic thing.
By now, I think we all know the rationale behind the superintendent's push for total involvement of the uniform dress code by all public schools. Let me assure you, uniforms did not prevent the ferocious fight I broke up between two girls about three-quarters of a mile from Capitol Heights school, while a crowd of uniformed children apparently egged it on. Khaki pants do not prevent the boys from exposing their underwear when no authority is present.
I believe that uniforms in the public schools represent a philosophy that says we are unable to establish respectful, dignified, reasonable rules of dress with parents and children. I think the process says the children actually control the situation, not parents or the school administration. Various administrators will pat their own backs while making frilly reports of enhanced control and behavioral improvement. Trust me, the students will be working their own agenda.
If I may be allowed a paraphrase: It isn't the color of their clothes that is important, it is the content of their character development.
West Marcus
Montgomery
08 March 2010
Charter schools flawed concept
The government never ceases to amaze me. Many politicians and state educators want the federal government to give money, our money, to establish special education concepts, commonly known as charter schools.
These tax-funded, allegedly autonomous schools are supposed to enhance and strengthen a floundering public education program, thus correcting and/or bolstering educational systems which are already supported by federal programs (like No Child Left Behind), tax monies (our money), politicians (seeking our money) and state educators (paid by our money).
You want to super-size those fries?
West Marcus
Montgomery
These tax-funded, allegedly autonomous schools are supposed to enhance and strengthen a floundering public education program, thus correcting and/or bolstering educational systems which are already supported by federal programs (like No Child Left Behind), tax monies (our money), politicians (seeking our money) and state educators (paid by our money).
You want to super-size those fries?
West Marcus
Montgomery
26 February 2010
Uniforms' benefit questionable
I realize that uniforms in the public schools are supposed to level the playing field, make schools safer and remove the decision of what to wear each day.
Lanier teachers, in the 1950s , were the dress code. Pants up, shirts tucked in, no Bermuda shorts. Dresses, skirts and blouses were demure. Parents backed the teachers. There was no recourse, no back talk, no exceptions; or else.
Many people say that uniforms remove the supposed stigma of wearing old clothes or being poor. Uniforms are supposed to help self-image grades, and school behavior.
All students know where they all live. They know who is "free breakfast/lunch." Students will find a way, be it jewelry, bracelets, shoestrings, shoes, nail polish, belts, etc, to make a statement that they are the in crowd and others are not.
Obviously there is nothing inherently wrong or particularly distasteful to vote in uniforms, but it will require additional wardrobe expense. Children will not wish to wear the uniform at other times. The bell rings, and shirts come out and pants pockets drop to ankle level. Check Capitol Heights Junior High School or Lee High any afternoon when the bell rings.
There is a half-life for all change. One can only wonder at the next innovative superficial changes implemented to replace parental responsibility.
West Marcus
Montgomery
Lanier teachers, in the 1950s , were the dress code. Pants up, shirts tucked in, no Bermuda shorts. Dresses, skirts and blouses were demure. Parents backed the teachers. There was no recourse, no back talk, no exceptions; or else.
Many people say that uniforms remove the supposed stigma of wearing old clothes or being poor. Uniforms are supposed to help self-image grades, and school behavior.
All students know where they all live. They know who is "free breakfast/lunch." Students will find a way, be it jewelry, bracelets, shoestrings, shoes, nail polish, belts, etc, to make a statement that they are the in crowd and others are not.
Obviously there is nothing inherently wrong or particularly distasteful to vote in uniforms, but it will require additional wardrobe expense. Children will not wish to wear the uniform at other times. The bell rings, and shirts come out and pants pockets drop to ankle level. Check Capitol Heights Junior High School or Lee High any afternoon when the bell rings.
There is a half-life for all change. One can only wonder at the next innovative superficial changes implemented to replace parental responsibility.
West Marcus
Montgomery
10 February 2010
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