Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Freedom For The Students

PoliTex makes an argument that Texas students are now facing a conflict with legislation and policies affecting their education.  For example, 81% of the students argue against district leaders' proposal for same-sex school segregation plan.  In addition, about 80% of the students are against policies that require students to wear uniforms.  These policies are not in the students' interests generally.   
The author provides good statistical information of the number of students who are against specific education legislation and policies.  Furthermore, the author was effective in adding a perspective of the Board of Trustees President, Mark Williams.  This insight emphasizes on how significant this issue is in Texas education.
The author, however, should've provided some more insight and background of how these controversial policies affect the students in "school, exams, and getting ready for college."  The part about preventing pregnancies educationally is not necessary to support the argument. 
I agree that majority of the students are against policies that restrict them of benefits and freedom in their education.  Therefore, the Texas government should implement changes to policies that could eliminate the same-sex segregation plan and required uniforms. The Texas government should also work harder to fix up laws concerning with sexual orientation-based discrimination (such as the gay students) in public schools and universities.  These laws affect students whose beliefs and lifestyles are different with the majority.  The changes in the law should reflect on the benefits and interests of the students.  

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