Life in the Mom Lane
Massachusetts Banning Bake Sales?
Recent discussion has caught the attention of local moms.
Few news stories recently have caused quite as much discussion among moms as the recent news that Massachusetts is looking towards banning the time honored tradition of the bake sale. According to recent news coverage, as of August 1 everything from bakes sales to special “treats” for achievements will be banned during the school day. In addition, lawmakers are also pushing for strict rules regarding food at after school events and fundraising. Now, it’s not that the bake sale is the end all be all of social occasions. It’s not that we, as moms, look forward to spending all day baking cupcakes and cookies to sell to the masses. It’s not even that bake sales and other “food orientated” events are the only possible way to raise money for …
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8:40 am on Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Robert, this has always been one of my main criticisms of government intervention. I feel government should help the weak and helpless, not the ignorant. Big difference. There will always be a percentage of people, who, not by their choice or action, need government assistance/protection. Ignorance/stupidity should not be one of those. And I feel that government is helping the ignorant more now … more ›