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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am seeing a big rise in popularity in the southern state schools — Clemson, USC, UF, FSU, Bama, Auburn, etc. [b]If I recall correctly, U of South Carolina was one of the most represented schools among my daughter’s graduating class last year at a W.[/b]

Also: Pitt. [/quote]

As someone who grew up in the south and couldn't wait to get away from all of this, I find this so ironic and borderline laughable.[/quote]

True, D went to a southern school and couldn't get out of there fast enough[/quote]

I think part of the issue here is that DC area kids are really used to everyone being liberal/democrat.  People can say whatever they want because  99.5% of people will agree with them.  My kids spent a significant portion of their lives in a more politically mixed area.  Additionally, in extended family gatherings they have learned to respect others' opinions.  They are more comfortable living in an area with  a diversity of opinions.  I know that people will say you mean with racists, sexists, etc. but there is more to it than that.

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A friend of mine has a daughter in a "southern school" and she said it best.  Child grew up in NoVA at a school that looks like the Model UN. Lots of diversity and true "politically mixed", as well as race, color, SES. Now, in her school, it is mostly white and the "N" word and other racially offensive language is thrown around pretty freely. If that's the "diversity of opinion" you are talking about, no thanks. I don't have to tolerate that. Nor does anyone else, in the interest of "diversity of opinion."[/quote]

Actually, it sounds like that the only choice for you, is to send your kids south.  You should take some responsibility and send your kids south so they can help fight the fight. How else do you expect cultural attitudes to change?

My kids' Bethesda school, also looks like the Model UN - but I promise you it is not politically mixed - nor is the NOVA school you refer to.  [/quote]

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