 Not a shocker!
I just randomly found this website whilst writing an essay, and looking for a reference. Interesting reading.
As a high school teacher in the public school system, I would have to say from my perspective, the U.S isn't exactly a pot o' positive gold. I'm still pretty young, but feel jaded and cynical. The stuff I've seen not only teens do, but also their parents, other teachers, and the school system in general--well, it's downright depressing! I thought by teaching I could help change the world! Make it a better place.
Now I feel like they are all bloodsuckers sucking the lifejuice out of my soul. I guess that's why we get two months off in the summer, so we can come back to life by the time the next school year starts.
I get the light/dark concept--you can call it a myriad of names, but it boils down to a form of darwinism. those who can take advantage usually do. those who aren't on either side of the fence are the weight of the sinking ship. And there's too few people who make an effort to do the right thing.
That's a soul-crushing thought right there.
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