Moultrie Observer

Opinion

February 25, 2013

Rant and Rave for 02/24/13

MOULTRIE — Thugs beware

“Out on West Boulevard, there’s a pair of tennis shoes hanging from a tree limb. I’m told that this is how some of the local gangs mark their territories. By the way, to whichever bunch of thugs put this here, you didn’t clear it with me and my friends. So if you think you’re going to intimidate us, then you  may wish you were back in Old Mexico when the smoke clears. Meanwhile, could the city come by and take down those silly shoes."

Me too

“Oh my! I had the exact same experience while my child was in school in Colquitt County High. The administrator agreed that the teacher had made a mistake and apologized to me and my child, but then said he HAD to side with the teacher because "his hands were tied." This administrator even asked the teacher to apologize to my child, but the teacher would not and my child was punished. This must be the same administrator."

My experience

“My guess is that if a student goes to class to learn and really tries to behave, he or she will have no problems with the teachers. It’s just a hunch on my part because that’s the way it worked when I was in school."

Only God

“Disagreeing with Mr. Obama does not mean the same as hating him. Facts make it evident that Mr. O's policies are not helping anyone. We are so much worse off than 5 years ago, it's frightening. Only God can bring America out of this. He has the answers, we just need to heed His Word."

We need books

“My child attends WJW Middle School, and many of you know the students are not able to bring textbooks home. This is becoming frustrating to my child as well as myself. At times the copied material does not contain enough information to fully understand the particular topic. To the board of education and to whom it concern, let’s do all we can to enhance our children's education!"

Take them down

“Okay, the election was Feb. 5 , so why are those tacky signs still up all over the county? I thought there was a law about when they are to be removed."

Road safety

“Please, will you turn your headlights on when its raining or foggy? I have seen quite a few cars riding without lights on during these types of weather conditions. Also, can you please use your turning signals while driving? I can't read your mind. Finally, we have to remember that when we drive, we are not the only ones on the roads. Safety is the key."

What's this?

“I’m just now hearing about an alternate idea for a location for the new high school. What has brought this on and does it have any merit? Didn’t they say groundbreaking was in early summer? Someone please explain this."

 

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