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Saturday, April 18, 1998
A " moment " of reflection ?
The Alabama state Senate sent Gov. Fob James a bill that calls for
a mandatory period of " quiet reflection " in the schools. This is a reaction
to a federal judge ruling against Alabama's school prayer law . Now even
voluntary prayer initiated by students is impermissible.
Having read a book titled " Why Johnny Can't Think " , I would hope that
the period of " quiet reflection " in public school extends well beyond the
60 second limit.
Could we not perhaps indulge the kids with a whole hour of " quiet
reflection " in math and science classes ? Even -may I dare suggest - in
history and literature classes ?
In taking exams " quiet reflection " is also recommended .
It is not recommended for what students do with alarming frequency : listen
to radio and TV commercials .
Let me conclude that so called LIBERAL should not lose any sleep over
prayers in the classroom .I have reflected on the issue now for more than 60
seconds.
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