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In an effort to curb foul language and promote civil discourse, a resolution was passed by the California State Assembly to make the first week in March Cuss-Free Week.
Many Cal Poly students agree with the resolution and the need to watch the use of four-letter words.
“I think it’s a good idea,” said Elizabeth Franco, a fourth-year management and human resources student.”
The resolution was inspired by 16-year-old Pasadena high school student McKay Hatch.
Hatch started a no-cussing club on his South Pasadena junior high school campus.
Students who don’t curse or don’t enjoy hearing others curse, appreciate this new resolution.
“Swearing is a dirty habit,” said Maria Morales, a first-year undeclared student. “I don’t really swear unless I fall or something. I think it’s good.”
Frank Montenegro, a fourth-year geography student, said high school students tend to use the f-word after almost every word.
“Some people never get over that,” Montenegro. “In college and future careers in adulthood, people need to learn to get over the bad habit of cussing.”
Students who don’t swear a lot have confidence that if there were reminders around campus, people would be more aware of the language they are using.
“If I did swear I, would definitely try to eliminate cursing during that week, especially if there were signs around campus advertising Cuss Free Week,” said Morales.
Although it’s something that’s important, some don’t see how effective the resolution will be at solving the cursing problem.
Morales believes it will be more effective if it is longer than a week.
“It’s only one week, people may not even know about it,” said Morales. “It’s definitely a good way to begin the month.”
Reach Erin Moll at: lifestyle@thepolypost.com
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