We continue to hear teacher and parental dismay--even outrage--at the CTA donation to defeat Prop 8. Listen as one California teacher speaks out against the donation:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQs4-5crLKI
The comments of James Sloan of Moorpark undoubtedly characterize the viewpoint of many Californians. In a letter to the Ventura County Star, he wrote:
"In a time of diminished funds and cancellation of programs, I cannot believe the audacity of the CTA donating to a proposition that is not supposed to have any impact on the schools. I have seen the 'No on Proposition 8' ads saying that if Proposition 8 does not pass, there will be no effect in the schools. If that is true, then why did the CTA donate so much money to a proposition that does not impact them? Wouldn't the money be better served on investments in schools, the teachers themselves or, at a minimum, on political causes that would actually support and benefit our children through education?"
Read his complete comments at:
http://www.venturacountystar.com/news/2008/oct/23/no-headline---ob9samesex23-ec/
Failure to pass Proposition 8 will impact the schools. Listen to the experience of a Massachusetts couple--their child's teacher read a book to the class about a prince marrying a prince:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLHWBWSaW-4
We must protect the innocence of our children. Make your voice heard by contacting the California Department of Education at:
Jack O’Connell
California Department of Education1
430 N StreetSacramento, CA 95814-5901
General: 916-319-0800
TTY/TDD: 916-445-4556
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I think that before making a decision about Prop. 8, we should consider how this will impact our friends, neighbors and maybe even our children - not while they're in school, but when they're adults. Gavin Newsom outlines it pretty well in this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wW2BGqnEXag
One of our most fervent supporters has agreed to match, dollar for dollar, whatever you and others can donate, up to a total of $1 million. That means that every dollar you give will buy two dollars in advertising time.
Click below to donate
https://www.icontribute.us/protectmarriage/initiative/truth-web
You might also want to do a post about the disgrace of religious people who claim to stand for something higher and talk alot about morality and yet use deception and half-truths to accomplish their goals!
Have you heard about the Camilla Letter from the girl in Folsom?
California Teacher’s Association Responds to “Camilla Letter”
Board Member Jim Rogers responds directly to student letter with abrupt condescension, sparking local outrage
In a letter questioning CTA choices in this matter, Folsom High School student Camilla X, wrote to CTA officials protesting their use of teacher funds and received this shockingly worded reply from CTA/NEA coordinator, Jim Rogers….and this is a direct quote:
“Thanks, Sweetie, but it’s over for now. And it’s really none of your business.”
http://beetlebabee.wordpress.com/2008/11/17/cta-student-smack-down/
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