An initiative is not a survey or opinion poll. It basically turns the voting citizenry into a legislature. If an initiative in WA passes, then it becomes state law. Consider I-001. This initiative works totally against the notion, long taught to school students, to find a trustworthy adult to whom they can talk about whatever they choose. Such discussions have long been seen as confidential or at least discretionary.
Suppose a child is gay or abused at home. I-001 will require the school to inform the parent. This may result in punishment or even ostracism. For a few youth, without someone to speak with, it may even lead to suicide. Please vote NO on I-001.
Howard Rubenstein
RIdgefield
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