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Do Small Town Teachers Still Use Adhesive Tape to Silence Their Students?

6 days ago | walterrhein.substack.com | Walter Rhein

I know it’s unrealistic to ask you to make a monthly contribution to every newsletter you enjoy. Think of the annual option like a one time yearly tip! Thanks!1982. A school in rural Wisconsin. Mr. Drizzle said, “If you speak during class I will cover your mouth with a piece of duct tape.”He held up the roll of tape for emphasis. Teachers liked to include a visual to illustrate the lesson. The roll of duct tape was menacing. Mr. Drizzle had thick glasses, a short haircut, and a tiny mustache.
What the Left Can't Seem to Get Right in Its Fight Against Fascism

1 week ago | walterrhein.substack.com | Walter Rhein

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Why We Need to Take a Deeper Dive Into What's Happening in America Today

1 week ago | walterrhein.substack.com | Walter Rhein

Don’t read this: Today would be an excellent day to support this newsletter (thanks in advance)!I couldn't recognize abuse until I was 30 years old. Through my teenage years, I didn't have time for reflection. I was too focused on survival. My 20s went by in something of a blur. I had a vague sense that life could be different, but I didn't know how it would look. I'd only known abusive relationships. Most people know the cycle.
Why We Must Quit Ignoring Poverty in America

1 week ago | walterrhein.substack.com | Walter Rhein |Michelle Teheux

Hello Everyone!I’m finding that each conversation leads into the next one. In last week’s Movie Break, we started discussing the stories that aren’t represented in American literature. That made me think of Michelle Teheux’s wonderful book The Trailer Park Rules. Also, a story that I’d sent to Michelle’s Medium publication Minds Without Borders has been performing well. So, I thought I’d reach out.
Why It's Pathetic that People Are Trained to Never Humiliate the Patriarch

1 week ago | walterrhein.substack.com | Walter Rhein

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Invisible Data Can Provide Insight Into Apparently Insurmountable Obstacles

1 week ago | walterrhein.substack.com | Walter Rhein

I know you have a lot of options! Thanks for reading, and thanks for your support!My college Physics professor told a story that illustrated the dangers of misinterpreting incomplete information. During World War II, the Royal Air Force took note of planes that returned to base after sustaining damage. An officer ordered a study to determine where the planes should be armored. The resulting report demonstrated the areas of concern.
How Joy Is Our Greatest Weapon as We Continue Our Fight Against Fascism

1 week ago | walterrhein.substack.com | Walter Rhein

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Racism Isn't learned, It's indoctrinated

1 week ago | walterrhein.substack.com | Walter Rhein

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How the Kids Are Told They're Not Good Enough to Keep Them Broken Down

1 week ago | walterrhein.substack.com | Walter Rhein

Mr. Mustache was the gym teacher. He was one of those guys who would walk down the hallway and say, “Hello ladies,” to the young teachers. They laughed in a way Kip didn’t understand. Sometimes Mr. Mustache would walk up to a group of girl students and say, “Hello ladies.”Kip knew those girls well enough to recognize when they were uncomfortable. Mr. Mustache never acknowledged the boys. Today, Mr. Mustache stood in front of the class holding a basketball.
I'm So Lucky to Be the Father of Daughters

1 week ago | walterrhein.substack.com | Walter Rhein

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