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To: Dayuhan who wrote (17492)	4/25/2000 4:31:00 PM
From: Colleen M	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 769667

When kids had a healthy respect for God, they were less likely to murder their classmates.

To: Dayuhan who wrote (17492)	4/25/2000 4:48:00 PM
From: one_less	Respond to of 769667

Steven, you are over simplifying here. I can support your position by having a teacher post the ten commandments on the wall followed by mocking them. This would likely happen in some classrooms and contribute to poor student attitudes. Just because we offer algebra in the schools doesn't guarantee that all the students will balance their checkbooks or refrain from embezzlement. The adult in charge, however, could be a guide to responsible use of math. With a ban on moralizing in schools it is less likely to happen. IMO wanting to have kids observe a moment of silence or a set of written moral foundations is not innocent on the part of the sponsors. It is a way of responding to cultural crises albeit not a cure all.