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Lindsay Ann Burke Act: Should Schools Teach About Dating Violence?

W_C October 10, 2008 18:29:28

After a horrific incident involving a 23 year old woman, named Lindsay Ann Burke, was killed due to a violent relationship with her boyfriend, schools in Rhode Island are now required to teach about dating violence. This initiate was first pushed by Ann Burke and husband, the parents of Lindsay. Knowing the signs of a violent dating relationship will hopefully help keep teens safe and learn when it's time to call for help. Other states, like Texas, encourage education on the subject of dating violence as well, but Rhode Island is making the subject a required topic in health classes.

The Lindsay Ann Burke Act will now require teens to learn about dating and the risks associated with it. Important signs to recognize, and ways to get help or say "no" to an abusive partner. This goes beyond just teaching kids about safe sex or abstinence, and about drug use... you don't need to be in a sexual relationship to have an abusive relationship.

Do you agree with Rhode Island's new educational implementation of the Lindsay Ann Burke Act: to teach students about dating violence?
 Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.
No. Dating, drugs and sex topics should be kept out of schools.
I think teaching kids about dating violence is...
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  • +4 raves Torchy October 10, 2008 18:35:33
    Torchy

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    There are so many girls who don't recognize when they're being abused...or if they do they think it's out of "love." We have to show girls (and guys as well, it's rare but they can be abused) that it's not normal for a boy to hit you out of anger, and it doesn't mean love. We need to teach them not to stand for that kind of crap or they'll just be flung from one bad relationship to the next for the rest of their lives. Many girls I've met who are or have been in abusive relationships don't seem to have a clue as to how to get out of one safely; it's like a shock to them and they don't know how to react.
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  • Modena Bobena's Mommy January 27, 2009 20:59:22
    Modena Bobena's Mommy

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    Excellent idea. We teach say no to drugs, stranger danger, and to varying degrees sex education as well.
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    Colts fan in ATL October 30, 2008 18:12:24
    Colts fan in ATL

    I think teaching kids about dating violence is...

    Up to the parents. Way too many people in this country EXPECT the government to do everything for them ... including raising their children. What happened to taking responsibility for your actions? What happened to parental responsibility? I guess those have gone by the wayside in this day and age of "entitlement".
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    Maria October 21, 2008 15:19:10
    Maria

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    too many innocent girls mind haven't development yet but need to be aware and learn more about it and won't be too sorry to be stuck with wrong guy. sure better to learn now then not sorry later.
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    kit kat October 21, 2008 12:58:18
    kit kat

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    yes! guys and girls should be taught so they no they're not alone and what they can do if it was every to happen to them
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    kay kay October 18, 2008 17:57:24
    kay kay

    I think teaching kids about dating violence is...

    i think we should leave that to the parents
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    super sexy nick October 15, 2008 17:00:59
    super sexy nick

    I think teaching kids about dating violence is...

    good
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    MareBlair October 15, 2008 07:31:41
    MareBlair

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    very nice, Rhode Island.
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    larry October 14, 2008 00:41:44
    larry

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    I THINK YES BECAUSE NO OTHER SCHOOLS ARE GOING TO TALK ABOUT THAT THEY ONLY SHOW PURPERTY MOVIES NOT SEX MOVIES .
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    alex October 14, 2008 00:19:36
    alex

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    i totally agree with this all the way
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    Kd October 13, 2008 23:49:27
    Kd

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    Thats a great idea!!! i was taught in church about a violent relationship by an abused person at a young age... and I think it would help a lot.. cuz its a serious issue..
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    HPGal3 October 13, 2008 02:44:35
    HPGal3

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    I see no good reason NOT to teach it. More kids could be more street smart.
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    pdshanny October 12, 2008 19:40:14
    pdshanny

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    Where do you think kids already learn about sex? Only it's by the other kids. Better it be by a teacher.
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    peace in my heart October 11, 2008 18:30:32
    peace in my heart

    I think teaching kids about dating violence is...

    good so they know how those punks that belong in jail are
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    StorytellerAngel October 11, 2008 18:10:53
    StorytellerAngel

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    We had something like this added to our homeroom classes in the second semester last year... a whole week devoted to watching some vids and talking about it in small groups. There were more than a few kids who recognized themselves as being in an abusive relationship.

    The sad part was, the whole school knew of one of these already going. So, in a way, the other kids would see that as the example of what one was without ever knowing that there were lesser forms of it as well. Some were able to even identify why their parents broke up. They had no definition of what they saw till they watched these videos.

    It was certainly an eye opener...
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    Blistful October 11, 2008 17:58:23 (edited)
    Blistful

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    I believe that is a very important topic. Abuse in any way. Isn't good. When you are an impressive young teen, it is even more Imprative.
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    Haku October 11, 2008 15:26:30
    Haku

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    They need to be informed that it's not okay and abusive partners need to be dealt with before it ends in someones death.
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    Brenda October 11, 2008 15:17:05
    Brenda

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    Its called a rounded education. Some kids have lazy parents who do not take the time to talk to their kids and abuse is a topic worth the time to talk about. Those parents who are agenst this probably have abuse happening in their home live and dont want the kids to finally recognize that this behavior is wrong, their kids may turn them in.
    Knowledge is Power!!! Teach the kids!!!
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    muddobber October 11, 2008 14:28:24
    muddobber

    No. Dating, drugs and sex topics should be kept out of schools.

    moderated...
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    Brenda muddobber October 11, 2008 15:16:57
    Brenda
    Maybe these kids who can not read should have their TV's and video games thrown out the window. American kids are smart but they are so very lazy.
  • will muddobber October 11, 2008 18:36:14
    will
    Maybe you should follow your own advise. Go back for reading, writing, spelling, typing, and making logic. We all need the basics, including sex education. The problem is knowing our inner retraints, such as fear, jealousy, and the meaning of no.
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    Nikki___x October 11, 2008 14:04:00
    Nikki___x

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    Yep. No female or male should have to put up with an abusive relationship. I think it's a good idea.
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    Smoky October 11, 2008 13:12:57
    Smoky

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    It's a good idea! :D Go Rhode Island! WOOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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    SageBrush October 11, 2008 11:51:47
    SageBrush

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    What Ever We Can Do In This Situation Can Never Be Enough.
    Mandatory Class!
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    diaverde08-MolecularGastron... October 11, 2008 08:50:18
    diaverde08-MolecularGastronomer

    I think teaching kids about dating violence is...

    I think it should be purely optional. I'm sick of the government having it's hands in public education. Time spent on teaching kids about dating is time taken away from teaching kids about History, Economics, Health, Math, Reading, and many more important subjects. Teach me HOW to think, not WHAT to think.
    Damn-it!.
  • will diaverd... October 11, 2008 18:41:47
    will
    The government is controlled primarily by the people, for the people. It doesn't always prevail, but what we want has to be a law or guideline proposed and passed by our US Government. You think on your own, it is our government that has to force feed you what to think, because we rebel against what we think is wrong and therefore don't do it anyway, when it truely is best. Kinda like you would as a child, when you don't eat the foods your parents want you to eat, because they know it is best.
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    alw_ays October 11, 2008 05:38:53
    alw_ays

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    We teach about sexual harassment, sex education, discrimination, bigotry, violation of civil liberties, freedoms and responsibilities, environmentalism, health, drugs, and how to pay our bills.

    This is life.
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    Brutus D. is Tea'd Off! October 11, 2008 00:22:56
    Brutus D. is Tea'd Off!

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    I have 2 young daughters and worry about them incessantly. Anything that could help them prepare for the world is welcome.
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    Nernie October 10, 2008 23:28:28
    Nernie

    I think teaching kids about dating violence is...

    Depending on the presentation, Yes, this and More about shit that actually happens!
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    Mike October 10, 2008 23:21:38
    Mike

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    I think it's a good idea but shouldn't our society in high skools be learning that already? think about it.
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    SubiexBaby October 10, 2008 22:56:22
    SubiexBaby

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    I think this is a very important act that should be taken seriously. There are far too many women (and men) that get involved in violent relationships and do not see any way out. This act could help teach young adults how to see the warning signs and what to do when they get into certain situations. Sex education is also very important and should not be taken lightly. Parents should be on speaking terms with their children about sex not because they are allowing or condoning it, but rather to keep their children safe and to help them follow their dreams (without having to struggle with caring for a child at a young age).
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    Kristi October 10, 2008 22:50:04
    Kristi

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    I think the more teens are educated about sex, drugs, relationships, violence, etc. the more prepared they will be to go out into the world, face it, not enough is being done about protecting the children anymore and we as parents and teachers, etc. can spread the word and give information that could prove to be a life saver for somebody out there.
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    iowastate October 10, 2008 22:35:09
    iowastate

    No. Dating, drugs and sex topics should be kept out of schools.

    this is another example of the schools encroaching on the parents job.

    some things you learn at home and others you learn at school.

    Teachers should not be allowed to teach anything other than their subjects.

    After reading, writing, and Arithmetic it is hands off and keep your agendas for your own children - - leave mine alone G- D- it.
  • will iowastate October 11, 2008 18:52:38
    will
    Well then perhaps we all should be locked in one large buiding and taught everything, from the basic school education, to parenting, because of this attitude like many other ignorant attiutudes, school education should be separated from religious education, and parents need to be re-educated, because poor parenting doesn't teach kids, morality, or fear of any form of government, such as beating may resulting in jail time or death. Plus we need to have a doctor of some sort to find a way to control the ones that have no mentality to stop, when stop means stop or no means no.
    Education doesn't end at the end of day when the last bell rings. Just like plants, we can't live by water alone.
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    Jerry October 10, 2008 22:27:59
    Jerry

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    I've seen too many victims to say no to this. I've had my daughter in karate class for eight years and she's twelve. By the time she starts dating she will be able to completely whoop the ass of an abuser.
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    hungry689 October 10, 2008 22:06:04
    hungry689

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    Although I think the parents should be talking to their children about drugs, sex and violence, if the children are from a family with parents that are in an abusive state, then they need to have outside sources that can make them aware of what they can do to stay out of those types of relations... It's another one of those issues that touchy and put on the schools, but we know that parents are not always involved enough to care or theach their children.. It's a sorry world we live in and children don't need to be left in the dark..
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    ~ANNA BANANA~ October 10, 2008 21:46:40
    ~ANNA BANANA~

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    Yes I think it would help so much to talk about this issue in school! Ive seen soo many Violent phisical realasionships and it needs to be stopped!
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    Smiley October 10, 2008 21:28:48
    Smiley

    I think teaching kids about dating violence is...

    Its a good idea, but I think it's kinda up to the parents to talk to their kids about it. It happens....
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    gaarasgirl666 October 10, 2008 21:20:15
    gaarasgirl666

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    It can be very helpful and maybe save some lives.
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    shannon October 10, 2008 20:51:31
    shannon

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    I'm sorry to have to be the one to tell you this, but it appears to be necessary: dating, drugs, violence, and sex exist. Before you start flippin out on me for saying those "dreaded" words, let me tell you the most startling thing of all: kids know what they are. Since they are aware that such things are out there, we need to teach children how to handle them maturely.
    Also, I don't think most girls (and in rare cases, guys) know that verbal abuse IS still abuse. It can even be more harmful than physical abuse. People need to be informed.
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    Autrey25 October 10, 2008 20:27:30
    Autrey25

    Yes, I think the Lindsay Ann Burke Act is a good idea.

    If they don't know different they might think it is normal. They may see abuse at home even and not know it's not nomal or right to abuse women. Anything that can be done to keep abuse at a minimun should be done for all concerned. I think it should be taught to both sexes that under no circumstances is violence or abuse of another person o.k. There is way too much of it going on. 95% of all women who are murdered are murdered by a husband, ex-husband, boyfriend, ex-boyfriend or a male that the victim knows. Women need to know the signs and how to watch for them and what to do when it should start to happen to them or someone else.
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