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AnneD

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3. I remember when they were doing the same thing in Texas.....

Reply to Counterpoint PA (Original post)

Mon Jul 15, 2013, 03:45 PM

Jul 2013

I suggested that all children in the state be sentenced to 13 years of hard education, with additional time for good behavior. Of course kids would get shock release on evenings and weekends. They would get their release on completion of a vocation certification or degree.

This would have the dual function of cutting down on delenquinces and raising the education level. Being tough on crime would have wonderful implications. It is easier to increase the budget for crime than educations. Also we could tap into the Homeland Security budget. What a slush fund is that baby! Teachers would be categorized as police and receive more respect.

I really can't see a down side here.

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Wow, a big kudos to you ! Hope the show grows ! eppur_se_muova Jul 2013 #1

I appreciate the support! :) n/t Counterpoint PA Jul 2013 #2

I remember when they were doing the same thing in Texas..... AnneD Jul 2013 #3