Wow, I never realized just how conservative Oklahoma is. Being from Massachusetts, I've always taken such pride in the liberal ways of my state, and since we're one of the bluest states in the nation, being a democrat is easy. A situation like your teacher was in would never happen here, considering teachers here openly declare their political stances, and fear no criticism. While most of us are liberal, we respect conservatives.
I think that, with time, Oklahoma will change, as will the Midwest. I think becoming more openminded is something which comes eventually, and it really is only a matter of time. Soon, the whole "religious right" platform which those politicians you mentioned stood on will topple beneath their feet.
Amazing article, and be proud of what you believe in. Hopefully you'll gain more faith in this country as you see more of it in your coming years. Many of us are open-minded.
Now, in response to some fellow posters:
badoo: No, not nearly everyone is against abortion. Most of the people I've met aren't.
WeHoSooner: I agree totally with everything you said, and sometimes you do need to leave your home state to be yourself. Come to Massachusetts! We're bluer than blue, but not just a bunch of "sinners" or anything. Rhode Island is cool too.
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Wow, I never realized just how conservative Oklahoma is. Being from Massachusetts, I've always taken such pride in the liberal ways of my state, and since we're one of the bluest states in the nation, being a democrat is easy. A situation like your teacher was in would never happen here, considering teachers here openly declare their political stances, and fear no criticism. While most of us are liberal, we respect conservatives.
I think that, with time, Oklahoma will change, as will the Midwest. I think becoming more openminded is something which comes eventually, and it really is only a matter of time. Soon, the whole "religious right" platform which those politicians you mentioned stood on will topple beneath their feet.
Amazing article, and be proud of what you believe in. Hopefully you'll gain more faith in this country as you see more of it in your coming years. Many of us are open-minded.
Now, in response to some fellow posters:
badoo: No, not nearly everyone is against abortion. Most of the people I've met aren't.
WeHoSooner: I agree totally with everything you said, and sometimes you do need to leave your home state to be yourself. Come to Massachusetts! We're bluer than blue, but not just a bunch of "sinners" or anything. Rhode Island is cool too.
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