Shouldn't we all get back to what it is that we are doing? Providing a=20
democratic learning environment for the "students" of the school to=20
discover the trials, tribulations and joys of functioning in a working=20
society. Why is there a need to impose the messups of our adult society=20
and make the kids create the solution? I think that the best situation=20
is for the democratic school to operate true to its founding principles=20
based on mutual respect and rights. Our school in Santa Clara is highly=20
diverse. A major reason I refused to send my kids to public school was=20
the divisive nature of multiculturalism. My children live in a home=20
where two cultures come together and are appreciated, not dissected for=20
their differences, but embraced for their gifts. I don't want anyone to=20
destroy that appreciation by suggesting there are deep and dividing=20
differences. An environment of respect and appreciation will draw all=20
people of all backgrounds together. =20
K. Sundaram