I received this note this morning: California parents could face jail and a fine for spanking their young children under legislation a state lawmaker has promised to introduce this week. The proposal would make spanking, hitting and slapping a child under 4 years old a misdemeanor. Adults could face up to a year in jail and a $1,000 fine.
All I can think is that this lawmaker must not have spent any time with a child under 4. The difference between discipline and abuse is massive, and I belive parents need room to discipline without the law getting involved. As Daniel begins to understand time-outs and getting grounded, spankings become few and far between.
And as I listen to teachers describe the behavior and attitude of their students, most of the time I can only think, "these kids need MORE spankings, not fewer."
--Misty
I don't think the arguement that spanking is right or wrong is as pressing as the government, once again, wanting to infringe on how American's raise their children.
ReplyDeleteI agree. The point is, I'm going to raise my child my way, and you'll be raising yours your way, and the last thing I want is someone twlling me what the "right" way is!
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