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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]http://www.sungazette.net/mclean-greatfalls-vienna-oakton/commentary/strauss-is-candidate-who-values-diversity-in-tj-s-ranks/article_7ed78b80-0321-11e1-a47a-001cc4c03286.html

Posted: Monday, October 31, 2011 6:00 am

Editor: I am the chairman of the Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology PTSA diversity committee, and proudly endorse Jane Strauss for re-election to the Dranesville seat on the School Board.

As chairman of the TJ Diversity Committee, I have worked extensively with Louise Epstein, who is now running for the School Board. I have been frustrated and disappointed with Ms. Epstein’s lack of leadership and attempts to sabotage the activities of the committee.

Because of Louise’s negative tactics and lack of support for diversity, I endorse her opponent, Janie Strauss.

Most of the members of the diversity committee believe that certain racial and ethnic groups are underrepresented at Thomas Jefferson. Louise disagrees with this assessment. As a result, she sabotaged the tasks of the committee with the intent of dismantling it.

Janie Strauss values diversity and strives to close the achievement gap. Louise Epstein does not value diversity, she is not a team player and she is not a leader.

The comments in this letter represent my views and not the views of the Thomas Jefferson PTSA diversity committee.

Abraham Lerner, Herndon[/quote]

Can I just say how disappointed in this? Is this indicative of the "best and brightest" at TJ? To write letters to newspapers containing vague allegations of bias against "certain" groups? Really? I mean, REALLY?

Seriously, someone alert US News and World Report, because this letter from Abraham is just an embarassment.

Here's a tip son: Proof points. Learn them. Use them.[/quote]

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