Should parents be held account for their children’s stupidity?

I’d have been left with a better taste in my mouth if this story had ended with hope that neighbors would help rebuild the Lester Park Playground. Instead it ended with Board member Wasson’s frustrated desire to punish the parents of the stupid kids who destroyed the playground.

On a related issue I think it makes perfect sense to punish stupid school board members who set an even bigger fire in Duluth but not the school board member’s parents.

About the author

Harry is a ferociously good natured eccentric in Duluth Minnesota who detests traitors dressed up as Uncle Sam. You can find somewhat better edited writings of his at the Duluth Reader "contributors." page. The URL is:

https://duluthreader.com/contributors/h/84/284-harry-welty