“Let me explain why I LIKE to pay taxes for schools…” by John Green
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August 26, 2013 at 6:29 am
In response to John Green’s comments:
I don’t agree with “a bunch of stupid people.” It should be replaced … if there has to be a phrase … with “ignorant people as it relates to understanding the inner workings of the societal system.” Using the word, “stupid” is a childish description. People may be ignorant, but they are not stupid.
Travel the “backwoods” of this country, and visit the rural areas of other countries. There is a lot to be learned and gained … life skills and values … from individuals in these areas who are not educated.
Mr. Green’s comment is hauntingly familiar to the “White” man calling the Native American (Indian) a savage.
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August 26, 2013 at 5:43 pm
Thanks for visiting and commenting Tom. I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. I get what you’re saying here. Stupid is definitely a strong word. I wonder if he (Green) wasn’t intentionally provocative or argumentative to illicit some response and get the conversation started. Have a great day and I’m looking forward to checking out more of your blog posts.
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August 26, 2013 at 6:11 pm
That would be a great question to ask him … “Did you use the word, ‘stupid’ intentionally to provoke a response?”
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