http://ybpguide.disqus.com/To empower African-Americans, and all people of color, with the knowledge and inspiration to foster progression and productivity in the community.enFri, 27 Apr 2007 20:36:35 -0000http://ybpguide.com/2007/04/27/reader-emails/#comment-2414464<p>i agree with ets ron. write to your state representatives.</p><p>also, use your networks. there are a lot of professional organizations that if you become involved, will support you past what a record a long time ago says.</p><p>don't go about this fight by yourself! keep us posted and we'll see what we all can do about it.</p>FredricFri, 27 Apr 2007 20:36:35 -0000http://ybpguide.com/2007/04/27/reader-emails/#comment-2414465<p>Marc S -<br>When we try to implement change among ourselves, we must attack the institutions that harm us as well. Yes, potential YBPs need to be told that having children before they can financially support them is a bad economic decision, but school districts that teach abstinence-only sex "education" must change their actions as well.</p><p>Ron T -<br>Have you contacted your local representatives? What's the point of forcing rehabilitation on someone if you're going to treat them as if they haven't changed?</p>ETSFri, 27 Apr 2007 20:31:57 -0000