Blog 7 Original editorial or commentary #2

According to the Statesman the article, “Why school choice is the wrong choice” by Sara Stevenson. Stating that Democrats and Republicans seek the same means in improving education, however, the Texas House coalition banned to save public education in Texas. In addition, Sara acknowledges the fact that public education as a nation cost nearly 600 billion annually. The readers are introduced to Betsy Devos who was nominated by President-elect Donald Trump, in her plans to promote vouchers, cyber education and more. Sara indicates the problems that may be faced with vouchers due to not knowing if the families use it for education purposes or for example purchasing a family computer.  Another issue being faced is children who do not have the opportunity to accept the voucher do not have the same capabilities of education. Which then comes to question what happens to those children in need, people cannot ignore the fact that many families do not have the same amount of funding’s to support private schools. Sara states; “If those with the interest, extra funds and transportation can choose another option for schooling, what happens to the many children who don’t have that support?”  This can be seen as an ideal movement to want to seek better education as a whole for all children regardless if they have the voucher funding or now.

         Overall, I believe Sara’s commentary on education is well written she uses pathos, and ethos to get to her readers. In order to pursue them into seeking better education for children of all backgrounds.

Blog Stage 6- Commentary on colleague's blog 1

       I agree with my colleague who wrote a blog on "Texas Should Not Allow Guns On College Campus" on Patel Perspective. Although Texas has passed the law on Concealed carry the uneasiness of knowing a classmate is carrying a firearm is terrifying she states "Anyone could get a license to have a gun; it could end up in someone's hand where it should not belong." and that's a very true statement people can be unpredictable at times. 

       In addition, I believe that seeing a colleague carrying a gun can be distracting as most people will disregard the material being taught in class to focusing on themselves and their surroundings due to feeling insecure. I would agree most people will shoot a firearm as self-defense but in cases of coming in contact with an active shooter, most people are likely to hesitate. While others will argue that carrying a firearm ensures their safety there is no guarantee that they will use it to stop an active shooter. I myself do not see a difference between someone carrying a firearm with paperwork as oppose to someone who does not, either way, their is no warranty that my life or anyone else's is not at risk. 

        Lastly, I agree that there are many alternatives than carrying a firearm as Patel states; "For instance, most universities have policies that can escort a student to their designated area." another example she uses is pepper spray which is a great way to ensure one's safety, but does not jeopardize a majority of people. I do believe this law should be reviewed and changed to ensure a safe college campus without having students fearing of other's carrying firearms.