Socially Unacceptable Sagging

Hampton became the latest in a string of Georgia cities to put in place an ordinance against “sagging” pants.  According to the new law people can be fined for pants or shorts lower than three (3) inches below the hip line and only if they also expose skin or underwear. Considered disorderly conduct, a first offense carries a $50 fine, $100 for a second and up to $200 for a third.

Many people find the “sagging” fashion statement to be offensive; however visible undergarments differ from public nudity.

Do you think the city of Hampton’s “sagging” law falls within their bounds to regulate how clothes are worn? Please explain your position?

Cell phones- Hers, His or Ours?

Cell phone privacy has become a major issue in relationships. Is it ever appropriate to check calls or text messages on your spouse or significant other's phone without that person's permission?

Give your reasoning for your response.

Boys behaving badly

A recent report from the Josephson Institute provides these results: Among boys (across race) 42 % of high school age and 32% of middle age young men believe it is okay to hit or threaten a person who makes them angry.

In your opinion, where or how is this behavior learned?

What are possible consequences?

1st blog of Summer Term- Public Schools Getting Personal

When registering new students in some California school districts the application asks "How was your child delivered, C-section or vaginal birth?" Currently, there is no scientific evidence for the behavioral performance or academic achievement of one birth method over the other.

Please speculate on why a public school system might ask such a question.