Lawsuits, hormones and celebrity pushers
Salon.com
July 19, 2002

Janelle Brown's article ignores the fact that lawsuits play an important role in protecting our nation's students. History is replete with examples of children who have been beaten or sexually abused while in school. Far from frivolous, suits against teachers, principals and school districts not only uncover information about abusive teachers but also force school officials to take responsibility for allowing such conduct to continue. Were it not for an individual's right to seek legal redress, students around the country would continue to be victimized by the very authority figures entrusted with their health and safety.

Emily Gottlieb
Deputy Director
Center for Justice and Democracy, New York