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Sue W.'s avatar

How was this decided to use in schools in Nebraska? Who thought this would be appropriate? Enlighten me. I want names.

Broadwaybabyto's avatar

Based on some of the local reporting, it sounds like the decision was made without much input from parents.

Now that word has gotten out parents are fighting back and Omaha has agreed to remove them but they're still in Bellevue and a number of other smaller districts.

Penny Laneheart's avatar

Shocking. It’s like we’ve gone back to medieval times — I guess that’s what P2025 is ultimately aiming for, except for advanced AI and surveillance.

Gayle Frances Larkin's avatar

Welcome back. Sorry you've had a dreadful time. I hope things and people will be better for you from now on. We relish your posting and agree with you. But, look after yourself, too.

Broadwaybabyto's avatar

Thank you so much. The guilt when I’m not writing is strong and I so appreciate the kind words and encouragement!

Fionna Bright's avatar

Please take care of yourself. No guilt needed. We have to breathe in before we can breathe out.

Bob's avatar

Nice to see you posting again - as always, Bob

Broadwaybabyto's avatar

Thank you Bob!

Jodi Ettenberg's avatar

This is horrifying, and as always you've covered it well, but I'm really here to say: I'm so glad you had the energy to write. Sending hugs your way.

Broadwaybabyto's avatar

Thank you so much Jodi. I’m glad I was able to do it!

Rebecca Smit's avatar

Absolutely outrageous!

Penny Laneheart's avatar

Will do, BBT! Great work, Omaha is already stepping back from this! Are the Omaha news outlets con-owned? This makes me sick. It takes a unique type of normie to allow the use of torture implements on kids with disabilities. 🤬

Broadwaybabyto's avatar

I’m not sure who owns the media there, but I know a lot of parents were shocked and angry to find out the gloves were in their schools. They weren’t consented and I’m very glad that Omaha is walking this back. Now to get the other districts to do the same!

Penny Laneheart's avatar

It’s unbelievable that something not even allowed in prisons is used in schools, on kids with disabilities. Thanks for getting this info out, it’s horrifying. The cruelty just flows down from the top.

Barbara Anne Bailey's avatar

Thank you for bringing this atrocity to the attention of the public.

Broadwaybabyto's avatar

You’re welcome Barbara. It’s frustrating seeing the gloves discussed in the media with no mention of how disabled kids have been subjected to shock treatments for years. I hope this helps get these devices banned!

doug elford's avatar

ICE is tRumps Gestapo or KGB

William's avatar

That's scary. I can just picture a mob of ice agents encircling and shocking the heck out of one of their victims, while all yelling "stop resisting!" These things will give them their best means to torture minorities yet.

Elizabeth 🇨🇦's avatar

Omg in schools? This is truly unbelievable

Tony Wright's avatar

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The Pentagon’s $620 million loan to Vulcan Elements—soon after investment from Donald Trump Jr.’s venture firm—raises questions about transparency, influence, and the rapid push to expand domestic rare earth production.

Fionna Bright's avatar

There is a serious problem in our culture with men (by and large…) who believe that guns and tasers and batons and weapons are the way to force people, even innocent bystanders, into submission. I guess the belief is that expediency is paramount. Humanity is meaningless. And none of them have the skills or training or patience to deescalate situations—even with kids. Violence over diplomacy. No conscience. This is our culture unless we change it.

Fionna Bright's avatar

These school officials…principals? Counselors? Coaches? Secretaries? Teachers? Who of these people believe such horrific punishment is appropriate? Let’s have names. Let’s organize the parents and fire the people who used them. Was written consent given by parents for school officials to do this? Accountability NOW!

donna's avatar

How quickly horror becomes the norm. Feel for everyone in the US who Didn't Vote Maga 😡

Wish you well in your recovery Broadway Baby 🫶🏼 Your people are always here for you - please don't feel guilty 🌻