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I can't go back onto my own question. My school just blocked it.
However, http://biblegateway.com is accessible.
Yet, I still cannot go onto my desired website. And it's ticking me off.
The reason I want to go on, by the way, is because A) It's a form of studying, B) I have no upcoming tests, C) In NYC you're allowed to go online to do what you want, D) I have nothing to study for, and E) It's one of my 3 free periods.
... could I get some votes on why I should go complain or not? I really think I should, but, I want to make sure...
2007-01-08 04:37:37 · 7 answers · asked by Lady Myrkr 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
The DDR Score for the question I asked is 152, for the record.
2007-01-08 04:39:57 · update #1
The reason I said you can do pretty much what you want is because you can go on http://gaiaonline.com/ and http://deviantart.com/ along with websites to buy books, along with http://youtube.com and http://ebay.com
They blocked my site, but not YouTube... I just don't get it... x.x;
2007-01-08 04:44:35 · update #2
Okay. If it's blocked, you clearly are not "allowed to go online to do what you want." If the school provides the internet access, you have to follow the school's rules. Instead of complaining, do something school oriented and do your other thnig at home where it should be done in the first place.
2007-01-08 04:41:56 · answer #1 · answered by luvwinz 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Complaining to the principal will probably do no good - he/she is most likely part of that decision making process. If you do choose to complain, make sure you have all your information in order. It might be as simple as a "word use" glitch, so be aware of exactly what you are complaining against.
Someone suggested contacting the ACLU...that is a good start because you are being denied your right to freedom of religion under the US constitution. If Christian, Muslim, Jewish (etc) sites are available to students at your school, then Pagan websites must be available also...as long as those websites do not violate other students' rights. Good Luck.
2007-01-08 04:45:21 · answer #2 · answered by Lea 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually, that proves it's not discrimination. It's obviously a system that is used to catch certain words, and if one of those words is used, the system blocks that page. Several such words were used in various answers (none of them bad in the context used, but the words, nontheless, come up on bann lists all the time). If such words are used on the site you're complaining about, this proves that it is not discrimination, but just bad luck.
After all, I know of a cooking site that was banned on my school's computer a few years back for a lady using the wrong word for chickens. Was it discrimination? No, just bad luck, just as I am assuming this is with you.
2007-01-08 04:43:44 · answer #3 · answered by sister steph 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should definitely complain. Schools, more than almost anybody else, should stand in opposition to censorship of any kind. To actually engage in censorship is reprehensible, and completely contrary to the ideals of a good education. You are invited to carry these remarks to the administration in your complaint.
2007-01-08 04:44:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I respect your right to access your own faith interest but realize your being used as a pawn by those who simply want to deny Christians their rights. The ACLU will insure this happens.
2007-01-08 04:48:07 · answer #5 · answered by Edward J 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Definately complain--biblegateway should also be blocked, or both should be open--it's discrimination
2007-01-08 04:43:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i would talk to the teacher in a nice way as to why the website is blocked,,,,,she may beable to help you,,,,,,
LH
2007-01-08 04:44:19 · answer #7 · answered by Sweetness 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋