Impressed with Student News

Dec 1, 2020
Dec 1, 2020 Updated Apr 13, 2025
12

Editor,

I am impressed by the Nov. 21 Student News commentary “Political disconnect and the Electoral College” by Josette Thornhill. Being perceptive allows one to see the big picture. Historical context combined with present day awareness enables a positive future. Presenting ideas in a clear and concise written format is a great skill. Congratulations to Josette. Keep up the good work.

(12) comments

Terence Y Dec 1, 2020 8:53am

Mr. Williams, I agree being perceptive allows one to see the big picture. Unfortunately, Ms. Thornhill obviously parrots the fake news and prefers groupthink instead of educating herself on history or in thinking independently. One can only hope she’ll be able to establish those assets so her writings will be viewed with more than a grain of salt and the rolling of eyes.

Ray Fowler Dec 1, 2020 10:32am

Hi, Terence

I'm glad to see a forum provided for high school students where they can express their point of view. Yes, Josette's writing leans to the left side of the aisle but that is her prerogative.

It's refreshing to hear students talk about something other than the stress of taking AP courses, running campus clubs, volunteering for non-profits, and participating in athletics all in the name of creating an image that elite colleges want to see on an application form. Let 'em be kids, instead.

And let 'em share with us their thoughts on what's going on in the world around them. They will find that some will agree with them, and others will not. That's OK. We can teach them that disagreement can be expressed with civility.

Your nudge for Josette to look beyond the mainstream media and to think independently is good advice. I remember handing out Gene McCarthy pamphlets as a freshman in HS largely because I was influenced by a media that was critical of the incumbent. However, by the time the next election rolled around, I gave a lot more thought to the candidates before deciding to hand out George McGovern literature. Those were heady days.

Back to Josette... in her opinion piece published last week, she advocated for changes to the election process. She does not have to defend that position... it's her position. However, she did not really describe what those changes might be. I would have liked to hear those thoughts. Maybe we will one day...

Tafhdyd Dec 1, 2020 7:20pm

Ray,

I too enjoy the comments from the younger generation and their view points on matters both civil and political. It gives me hope for the future of America that they are taking interest in the events that will be theirs to deal with in the near future.

As for your other comments I have much admiration for your attempt to help poor Terence, if that is what you were trying to do, because I feel sorry for him and his blind following of the right wing propaganda he believes. I have tried to help him before but to no avail. BTW, I can't help you tonight. I had a nice 2005 Cab-Shiraz blend tonight with dinner but no single malt.

Tafhdyd Dec 1, 2020 3:14pm

Terence,

What happened to your motto of "I only insult people if they insult me"? If Josette insults you by voicing her opinion and position, maybe you should look in a mirror and find out why. BTW, did you find a mirror yet?

Tommy Tee Dec 1, 2020 3:33pm

Taf--if you haven't figured it out yet, Terence is a first class hypocrite. Like Trump, he is not to be believed.

Terence Y Dec 1, 2020 5:15pm

Poor Taffy Dave and Tommy Tee don’t have anything relevant to say so all they do is project their hypocrisy while simultaneously trying to play the victim. Kind of sad that they follow me around attempting to bully me. I’m flattered at the attention and how they both look up to me as a leader.

Tommy Tee Dec 1, 2020 6:01pm

LOL

Wilfred Fernandez Jr Dec 1, 2020 7:29pm

Terrence,

Thanks for the laugh. You must be a student of SunTzu.

"If your opponent is of choleric temper, irritate him."

Sun Tzu

Tafhdyd Dec 1, 2020 8:02pm

Terence,

Don't be flattered. I don't follow you around trying to bully you, I try to help you, (obviously a futile effort), and for a few laughs.

Tafhdyd Dec 1, 2020 8:13pm

Wilfred,

I will admit that I was not familiar with Sun Tzu, at least not that I remember. I will say that your comment about Terence is respectful and courteous even if I think it is a bit of a reach.

BTW, I did leave you one more note on the 27th on the Multi-party system thread. Not sure if you saw it.

Wilfred Fernandez Jr Dec 2, 2020 12:04am

Tafhdyd,

You have my love and empathy with regards to your spouse. I pray the challenge is made more manageable by a lifetime of love with her. My wife and her siblings have finalized Kazuko's passing arrangements. Her interment must await our summer thaw.

Tommy Tee Dec 1, 2020 9:35am

Agree with you, Mr. Williams. Keep up the good work, Ms. Thornhill!

Thank you for visiting the Daily Journal.

Please purchase a Premium Subscription to continue reading. To continue, please log in, or sign up for a new account.

We offer one free story view per month. If you register for an account, you will get two additional story views. After those three total views, we ask that you support us with a subscription.

A subscription to our digital content is so much more than just access to our valuable content. It means you’re helping to support a local community institution that has, from its very start, supported the betterment of our society. Thank you very much!