How obnoxious is this? This kid and his (or his parents') idea are neither commendable nor American.
Firstly, let's all just admit that this is a stunt this boy's parents most likely set him up to do. Or at least, they took the nugget of the idea and set it up for him. Because how many twelve-year-olds do you know that can whip up a media junket for a home-spun cause? None? Was that your answer? Correct. There are none. Because they are twelve. Kids this boy's age don't think like publicists. Unless they're super smart. So is that the case here? Is McKay sharp as a tack? No, because he's using the word "Cuss."
"CUSS" free week? What are we, a bunch of lobotomized bait and tackle junkies who live in Mayberry? Because I love the English language, unlike this wannabe Jr. celebrity, I like to use it accurately. The term is SWEARWORD.
Thirdly, it angers me that children are being told it is acceptable to limit speech. Sure, because the words being limited are swearwords the topic feels safe and moral. But it's still sending the message of, "There are some words you shouldn't be allowed to say... or if you do say them, you're a bad person." The message isn't "Use words responsibly." Because that would require more work to teach the kids.
There are even after school clubs for this thing. What do kids do, sit around and talk about how they didn't use a swearword? What a waste!
Finally, maybe California Legislators should instead be focusing their time on THE MAIN REASON WHY THERE ARE SO MANY CALIFORNIANS WANTING TO USE SWEARWORDS THESE DAYS. Hmmm could it be because of their shitty legislating? GET TO WORK, YOU COLLECTION OF WORMY, FUNDRAISING DO NOTHINGS! WE LIVE IN THE GREATEST STATE IN THE UNION AND YOU RUN IT LIKE A PAWN SHOP.
Swearwords are the ultimate form of expression in any language. They are bracing and strong and effective when used properly. They evoke the purest senses of humor and danger. Every personal hero you ever have had has sworn a blue streak, I promise you.
My daughters can say any bad word they want next week. I fucking promise all of you.
