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Why Phone Bans in Schools Threaten Student Safety and Violate Constitutional Rights
In recent years, a growing number of states have taken legislative action to limit or prohibit student cellphone use during school hours. Florida’s law is among the most prominent examples, passing a statewide regulation in 2023 requiring public schools to ban student phone use during class time and to block access to social media on…
How Banks Discriminate against Youth – The Dangers of Parent Managed, “Teen” Bank Accounts
Across the United States, most major banks make it impossible for minors to open and manage their own bank accounts without parental involvement. Even though teenagers today often earn income through part-time and full-time jobs, online work, or entrepreneurship, the banking industry continues to impose rigid age restrictions that prevent them from having true financial…
Vote NO on Texas Proposition 15 “Parental Rights” Amendment. Here’s how it would harm youth
The November 4th, 2025 election in Texas has various propositions for constitutional amendments on the ballot. One of those proposed amendments is Proposition 15, the Parental Rights Amendment. This amendment would add to the Texas Constitution that parents are the “primary decision-makers” for their children’s education, healthcare, and upbringing. Under this amendment, parents would have…
