KC grown ups win against book banners

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In this case the grown-ups are students who actually care about education and freedom. These students likely really read books.

North Kansas City students fight back against group that wants certain books banned (kmbc.com)

Students that spoke at the meeting feel the books provide different perspectives, are educational and, offer diversity.

"I see no wrong in telling your child not to read a book, however to tell every child that is a violation to the rights of students," said one student who spoke at the NKC school board meeting.

I understand their struggles and it’s not lost on me. But again those conversations are to be had at home, Only I have their intimate understanding as to what is and isn't appreciated for my children," said Ryan Utterback, a North Kansas City parent.

As of Monday, the district has put those books back on the shelves.

[k.d.]

It is irresponsible and harmful to allow children to make adult decisions,

[j.p.]

It is irresponsible and harmful to allow children to make adult decisions,

If the adults can't make adult decisions, someone has to.

High school kids are near their cognitive peak. In addition, they know about gay people, black people and sex.

[k.d.]

And they'd eat McDonald's and other junk food all day long because they are so smart.

[j.p.]

They drink Irish Whiskey too because they are smart.