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Online bullying OK’d
by MAGA leaders
Re: “Meta engineer saw his own child face harassment online” (Page C7, Nov. 8).
I was not surprised by Meta’s failure to take action to stem online harassment on Instagram. A former Meta engineering director reported online harassment his daughter experienced on Instagram, reporting them directly to Mark Zuckerberg. His concerns went unheeded.
I am troubled more by the prevalence of unbridled, adolescent bullying online. Why is this so common? But I watch Donald Trump’s schoolyard bullying rhetoric in campaign rallies, even in a court of law. His behavior tells young people this is okay; this is how strong people talk to people they oppose. I watch the MAGA Republicans in the House, whose legislative strategy seems to be “I am going to hold my breath and stomp my feet until I get my way.” They are telling young people this is the way to work out differences.
If our erstwhile leaders behave like teenagers, what can we expect from the next generation?
Dave Riggs
Aptos
Make teaching more
attractive to residents
Re: “Global teacher search now starting to pay off” (Page A1, Nov. 2).
The education system in California is facing a difficult challenge, one that affects children’s future and their quality of education. The shortage of teachers is creating overcrowded classrooms and compromising the attention that students need to thrive. This shortage has led to overworked teachers and a declining quality of education that children don’t deserve.
We need to prioritize investing in our education system by providing incentives for local teachers and improving working conditions. Imagine classrooms with manageable sizes, where students receive personalized attention and high-quality education. Let’s advocate for increased funding for education, competitive teacher salaries and better working conditions. By taking action, we can ensure that our children receive the education they deserve and secure a brighter future for our community.
Trey Fisher
San Jose
Activists call for
peace in Gaza
I am heartbroken by the ongoing and horrific loss of innocent lives in Gaza and the West Bank. This is a humanitarian crisis of unimaginable proportions. It is a crisis of failed systems and failed promises. A crisis of oppression and apartheid. And now it is a crisis of genocide. I urge our representatives to take immediate action to support international negotiations for a ceasefire and the opening of a permanent humanitarian corridor for Gaza and the West Bank.
Hatred begets violence. Violence begets revenge. Revenge begets endless war on this spinning blue jewel we call home. For those caught in the hell of this war, let us take action to stop the madness, and work for a lasting and durable peace between Palestine and Israel. Join with the activist community to support nonviolent action and the reimagining of peaceful solutions.
Abby Young
Santa Cruz
