My health teacher has pictures and posters of George W. Bush everywhere around the room. One day I asked her if she liked Bush. She said yes. I said I am not fond of what he is doing with America right now. Basically I said I didnt like him. She said "im sorry to hear that. I hope you change your mind" I am not in her class anymore, but it bothers me. What should i say or do or think?
2007-03-28 15:29:55 · 30 answers · asked by colorfulminds11 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
She's entitled to her opinion, you are entitled to yours. Don't let one issue define your relationship with a person. She sounds nice enough.
2007-03-28 15:33:00 · answer #1 · answered by truthspeaker10 4 · 10⤊ 0⤋
Not that I'm a Bush supporter ... as I think he's done a lot of questionable things in his second term ... but displaying a current picture of the President of the USA is a sign of respect for the office if not the person in the office. There is nothing wrong with it ... and just because your views differ from hers is no reason to be upset about it. Would you be upset if she hung up a picture of Bill and Hillary? If not ... then it is you that have a problem, not her.
Actually it's somewhat refreshing to see someone in a public school actually display something even remotely conservative with the socialist hotbed most schools have become these days. All we can hope is that the brainwashing currently being thrust upon the youth of the nation can be undone in time to save the country.
2007-03-28 18:45:33 · answer #2 · answered by Informed1 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why do you feel obliged to say or day anything? Hanging the picture of the President in a classroom is certainly appropriate. It doesn't sound like she tried to change your mind about your negative opinion...just hoped that you would do so on your own some day. If it bothers you, maybe it is because you wonder if your perception of Bush's policies might be mistaken. People do get uncomfortable when they find out not everyone shares their opinion.
2007-03-28 16:06:15 · answer #3 · answered by kathy_is_a_nurse 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Maybe just respect her and her differing opinion.
And leave it at that.
It shouldn't bother you that someone does not believe in what you do. That is part of what has made this country great. At one time people used to have respect for others that had opposing opinions. People should learn to disagree and not hate each other for holding different opinions. There is too much of that here with the libs and cons and the Dems and Reps.
2007-03-28 18:50:24 · answer #4 · answered by Jay 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is her opinion. You need to talk with friends and with people who are in her class and convince them to see it your way. You won't change her mind and there is no sense in arguing with her. There may be some other kids who happen to agree with her. Don't argue with them, they are entitled to be wrong just as you are entitled to be right. It is not worth the hassle of arguing politics or religion in places like that.
In the next election you can do your part to campaign for Democratic candidates. You can stuff envelopes, send emails, make phone calls and participate in any way they will let you. If you are 18 by election day make sure you register and vote Democratic. Encourage your friends to do the same. Remember if you dont vote don't complain.
2007-03-28 15:43:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most public institutions like schools have a fair use of public figures in the process of education.
You'll see the pictures of presidents hanging in libraries, city and county buildings as well as schools.
You may disrespect the individual as despicable, but he (or she) is still an elected official and is due basic respect. Just ignore the placement of this particular individual. One day they will come to regret their mistaken beliefs.
2007-03-28 15:39:54 · answer #6 · answered by Max H 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
An Example:
I really dont Like Fergie..I think she is vulgar and dumb...If a student brings to School a Folder with Fergies Picture as a cover (with clothes on) Can I get upset or report it? No
Students also have rights...Respect teachers Rights...
WHy would she have Bush's Picture on her desk....I wonder....
Maybe she likes him...I cant see why would someone have his picture...he is so dumb (I have rights too lol)
2007-03-29 02:27:09 · answer #7 · answered by Nicole E 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She's entitled to her opinion, as long as she isn't trying to indoctrinate you during class time, she is within her rights. If a teacher tries to influence you to agree with their political beliefs, that's stepping over the line.
2007-03-28 15:42:43 · answer #8 · answered by Bunz 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as she does not force her beliefs on her students nothing. Every person is free to maintain their own beliefs, just as you are. I have seen many teachers who were 'obviously' democrat and Clinton admirers but let it be. They weren't too fond of my being republican.
2007-03-28 15:45:29 · answer #9 · answered by You Ask & I Answer!!! 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nothing/Nothing/Nothing. Pictures of Presidents are in school for a long time. Your petty infantile liberal thoughts are best kept to yourself. You will be better off if you just didn't make big deals over nothing.
2007-03-28 17:18:35 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let her be free but do not allow her to take your freedom. In other words don't get mad get even. Wear t shirts with pics of Clinton or who ever you like, or with funny pics of Bush.
2007-03-28 15:49:46 · answer #11 · answered by Jose R 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋