Today in class we got to discussing minorities and the dominant race. I brought up professional sports and music because in our society today people like Lebron James, Aaron Rodgers, Derek Jeter, Eminem, and others are people that we "look up" to. It is sad what they are going to do in Los Angeles, and I believe that there is no way of stopping it with the way we run our nation. Professional athletes and musicians are the ones making the most money today. Millions and millions of dollars are going toward them for our entertainment. What happened to the days of going outside and doing something to be entertained instead of sitting on the couch watching television. Now don't get me wrong I obviously listen to music and I am a big sports buff but there comes a point that you need to realize we are handing out money to the wrong people. NO athlete should be making millions of dollars to hit a baseball, shoot a basketball, and etc. The fact of the matter is all of these athletes, doctors, dentist, and the highest paying jobs in our society have to receive some form of EDUCATION, and for the work that teachers put forth on top of time and effort to help students succeed in all these professions, is worth much more money than any athlete. Teachers give back more than any dollar amount is worth and they are the lowest paid in that aspect. I realize its just talk because of how bad it has gotten not much will ever change but I believe we need to TRY and adjust where our money is being spent and focus more on the future of our students and that lies solely on their education.
Pete Ferguson Post #3
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