tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6974772333292976719.post-6259375585037249092008-03-13T21:39:00.000-05:002008-03-13T21:39:00.000-05:00Wow! What a great discussion here! And mostly civil as well.<BR/><BR/>I'm voting for John Lemberger and Michelle Monte. I don't buy this Schneider-Monte versus McDermott-Lemberger business.<BR/><BR/>Lemberger is not pandering when he talks about not closing schools. I've talked to him about it - he sincerely believes that we can save ALL of our schools and that doing so is the most fiscally sound move, and the best long term plan for Oshkosh. I agree with him.<BR/><BR/>Who can say if Monte is "conservative" or "liberal" - these labels just do not apply to local non-partisan races. And religious affiliation means nothing to me - what is more important is what a person does and says. I doubt I agree with Michelle on every issue but I think she brings a fresh perspective to the school board and at this point she is no rookie.<BR/><BR/>I don't think Michelle has a problem with GSAs or gays & lesbians. I don't think you can make assumptions based on a given denomination of faith. But you can draw conclusions from statements - which is why I will oppose Schneider's candidacy.<BR/><BR/>As for GSA's in the high schools - bullying, harassment and both physical and verbal intimidation against gay, bi, & lesbian students is out of control. The school district MUST take steps to offer some degree of support, protection, and affirmation of their students that are taking an emotional beating right now. It isn't a religious thing, it IS a moral thing.Ronald Kane Hardyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09581728675607760362noreply@blogger.com