In the 1960's and 1970's, students took to the streets and protested many subjects such as wars and civil rights. They were mostly peaceful except for a few situations such as the Kent State shootings in 1970. Students risked their lives to let thier voices be heard.
Now, that we are in war again, students are not taking to the streets. In fact, according to a recent poll, 55 percent of students say they would not protest this war because they felt that their voice would not be heard. Many think that protesting is a waste of time and unpatriotic. Others think the news covers everything enough and they can pass their opinions that way, but who is right? Is it wrong for students to pick up a sign and walk in front of campus and vopice thier opinions?
Most feel that if you want to do something about a certain sitiuation, that you should put up or shut up. If you have a problem with the war, you should either enlist or say nothing. If you see someone's Civil Rights are being violated, you should help stand up to the aggressor or turn your head. It is not illegal to take action were it is needed nor is it illegal for someone to take a stand against what is wrong.
So is student politics still alive or are we only going to see student protestors in our history books?
Give me heads up on what you think.
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