Explain Why Some Parents Want To Raise A Jerk

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Why do some parents want to raise jerks? I am a mom of two young girls ages two and five. The landscape of our country and culture is frightening and it is hard to see a silver lining for the future. I worry so much for them and what kind of world and opportunity awaits them. What paths will be paved, and which will be blocked by a wall. Politics aside, because I realize the moment politics are brought up half of the close minded audience will automatically tune you out. Let's change our world, and the people in it by starting at home. We can make a huge difference in the lives of our children, and others by teaching some very basic, common sense virtues. Kindness, empathy, acceptance, and being helpful. If you yourself struggle

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