VITTER'S GLASS HOUSE
This letter to the editor send by St. Martin Parish School Board President:
I chose this venue to communicate my disdain for U.S. Sen. David Vitter’s criticism of school boards, superintendents and educators, specifically the St. Martin Parish school system, which chose to participate in the democratic process in Baton Rouge on March 15. It is unfortunate the Louisiana Legislature convened to address critical education legislation that will have lasting implications within the education community during the scheduled workday of educators and many parents and community leaders who support their efforts. Consequently, since it was apparent to participants there was a resolve to “railroad” legislation through the House and Senate Education Committees, the only recourse available was to take professional leave to address these critical, legitimate concerns outlined in proposed legislation.
How dare he chastise the education community? I am reminded of the adage: “If you live in a glass house, you shouldn’t throw stones.” Vitter questions the morals of our educators citing their lack of