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It was a wrong decision by the board to place teacher Heather Hamilton on paid leave, just because she voiced with author Lawrence Hill’s criticism of banning his book,
The history of Black people has a very significant role in the world.
The history books teach the students of their past, and the way to learn to overcome the hardships in their life. Today’s children may not have the same feelings, but must learn about the evolution.
Kudos to the students and Heather Hamilton.
Keep up the good work.
Mehar Gahir, London
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Cut politicos’ pay
In light of the current economic challenges facing everyday Ontarians, it is essential politicians lead by example.
Therefore, I say that a 50 per cent pay cut for MPs and MPPs would, without a doubt, demonstrate solidarity with those struggling and help restore some trust in government.
If they truly have our best interests at heart, this should be a very easy decision for them all. We know they won’t, but we can all add it to our Christmas lists, along with a federal election.
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Aaryn Bechard, St. Thomas
Bus ads appalling
I’m appalled to see the Let Kids Be ads running on LTC buses, especially a few months after the city and LTC launched the Stop Tolerhating campaign, which cost over $500,000 and clearly has not sunk in, even with its own leadership.
LTC is allowing a dangerous, misleading campaign to run on its buses. LGBTQIA+ youth take LTC buses every day. Imagine being a trans youth having to get on a bus with an ad telling them their existence is wrong.
When we already face a crisis of lack of youth mental health care in this city, this is a slap in the face to one of the most vulnerable groups. Trans youth are at much higher risk of homelessness, addiction and suicide.
If the city and LTC truly believe in the spirit of their Stop Tolerhating campaign, they need to step up.
Bayly Guslits, London
City-to-city transit
I’ve been trying to open the eyes of politicians that London should be trying to co-ordinate a transit system between St. Thomas and London.
St. Thomas is a very busy hub for transportation companies and I think there are many opportunities for both cities to co-ordinate transit back and forth for the growth of both communities. Keep people out of the cars! Transport them more safely.
James Wallace, London
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