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February 7, 2007 - 4:21pm — Lisa
Yes! Let's use this as a teachable moment for the students and also for ourselves. A critical issue for privileged folks (which include the Editorial Staff @ Uni) is to realize that we can harm others in tangible ways whether we intend to or not. I suspect that some "really good kids," although perhaps not those to whom Chris was referring, are already alienated at the school. Because we think of ourselves as "good" with our "hearts in the right place" we might prevent ourselves from seeing the harm we cause others, which contradicts that image. Most of us will undoubtedly make mistakes along the way, but must allow ourselves to see those mistakes so that we can grow, become better citizens, and fight against injustice. I am pleased to see students, teachers, and community members grappling with these issues.



