I avoid politics like the plague. Talking about it only makes people angry unless they agree with you. It's rare for me to have a conversation with anyone about government policies except my husband. Occasionally a student will bring something up and I'm almost always sorry. Today a student told me he was against ALL immigration because he didn't think we needed anymore people in our country. I laughed and asked if he'd like a Happy Meal at McDonalds to cost $11. Of course he said yes, if it meant a good paying job for an American. Well, that made me mad. Kids who think that way grow up and tend to keep thinking that way.
Anyway, today is a historic day in Wisconsin. We hope to be the third gubernatorial recall in American history. This election (like most) has been all about money and our current governor has lots. Note that since his decision to strip my union of power and raise the fees I must pay for my benefits, I'm out $299 a month. The polls have Walker winning depending on where you read. I fear if he wins, there may be riots... well, imagine a bunch of retired teachers with dyed hair, blue-jean skirts, white sneakers and red t-shirts on, running around screaming. Madison PD will be on high alert. I'm staying away. I voted and that's as far as my involvement will be. The city will be in euphoria or a deep depression tomorrow, depending on if this recall thing works. If it doesn't work, my years in Wisconsin may be shortened, depending how bad losing our union goes for me. I have a lot to lose. To see who wins check this out.
The day was busy. Tomorrow is grading day, so there are no more procrastinators left. I had a lot of kids afterschool working, more than I have had all semester. I've had a couple of photoshoots for the forensics team, which is always very fun for me (see right). Tomrrow I will documenting projects and getting pictures of my classes. It's the last day of school. I hope it's going to be a good one.
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