Two stories a study in contrasts
What a classic example of learning from the juxtaposition of two studies was presented on the Jan. 15 front page.
On the one hand, we have a teenager, Nicole Krippinger, taking on a daunting task with love and enthusiasm — and succeeding. And we see a small group of adults, though probably given to doubt and second guessing, giving her the support that was essential to succeed. The beneficiaries of this collaboration: a group of young people, beset with obstacles, who never would have achieved their dream without Nicole’s intervention.
On the other hand, we have a whining, rationalizing citizen, victimized by a citation for the violation of a law enacted for his own safety, seeking to have the law overturned and being supported by a state senator. Supported by or would it be pandering to? In any event, the bill introduced seeks to undo years of public education and enforcement effort.
The self-serving rationalization for this action is sickening. If either the citizen or Sen. Matt Murphy would read the story of the positive attitude and selfless efforts of Nicole, they would see themselves for what they are and cease their counterproductive and selfish activities.
Raymond Bellock
Sleepy Hollow