Sunday school teacher 'endorses' RBG?

[hoping4more]

Finally had First Communion for the kids and looked on social media for others pictures of it, and saw where their teacher said several things seemingly agreeing with RBG.

-‘RIP, your honor’ (cry emoji)
-paraphrasing, “‘Learn to speak to others so you can come together even when you disagree.’ -RBG”

There is absolutely nothing in her background that would indicate the remotest chance of a personal/family connection (she isn’t a lawyer etc). Her parents may have been immigrants, so there could be something that RBG ruled on that helped them (just a wild guess, no idea).

She typically has posts quoting Saints, always seemed like a good teacher and was a great fit for 2nd graders about to take first Communion.

As far as I know she was an advocate for ‘womens rights’(the quotes are a wink toward abortion)see note, I have yet to hear of anyone, Left or Right, talk about anything else really. I get that she may have broken some barriers 50 years ago, though I would claim that good was overshadowed by the above mentioned issue.

Is there anything redeemable about RBG? Other than being a pro-choice Catholic is there anything that teacher could plausible be getting at?

edit-I know I could just ask her and it may come to that, but just wanting to get some idea of what to be prepared for.

note I was trying to be sarcastic, but you can scratch that previous line and replace with ‘known as an abortionist’

 

[Gorgias]

Is there anything redeemable about RBG?

Umm… she’s a human person, made in the image and likeness of God, and as such, worthy of respect?

Or, how about, she dedicated her life to public service? Fought for women to begin gaining equal footing in society?

Why wouldn’t we respect those efforts?

 

[RolandThompsonGunner]

Is there anything redeemable about RBG? Other than being a pro-choice Catholic is there anything that teacher could plausible be getting at?

She made a lot of positive contributions to women’s rights unrelated to abortion. She dedicated her life to public service. She was a human being.

Lots of “redeemable” stuff about her.

 

[hoping4more]

I mean as a Supreme Court Justice. Come on!

Anything she made a decisive decision on, or dissented with. Try to read the whole post instead of grabbing that one line.

 

[RolandThompsonGunner]

Oh jeez, I mean as a Supreme Court Justice. Come on!

She made a lot of positive contributions to women’s rights unrelated to abortion.

Yes, she made positive contributions (in my mind, anyway) as a Supreme Court justice.

 

[1ke]

I get that she may have broken some barriers 50 years ago,

Seriously? I think you need to learn a LOT more about RBG.

Other than being a pro-choice Catholic is there anything that teacher could plausible be getting at?

Um, yes. That RBG was a major legal mind, singlehandedly made a monumental contribution to ALL women in the US, and it’s sad to see the passing of such an icon and brilliant woman. And, remember she was close personal friends with the Scalias-- so yes, there is something to be said for getting along with those you disagree with.

I’m pro life, and neither of those statements is concerning. They are both something I would write on my own social media page. They are in fact things I have written.

know I could just ask her and it may come to that, but just wanting to get some idea of what to be prepared for.

Maybe self-check and realize you are seeing things that aren’t there. I suggest you NOT raise such questions with the teacher. Because frankly I think it will only serve to embarrass you.

 

[whatistrue]

As far as I know she was an advocate for ‘womens rights’(the quotes are a wink toward abortion),

Much of the women’s rights she was an advocate for were primarily things like being able to open a checking account without needing a male cosigner, being able to obtain a mortgage without a male cosigner, etc.

Interestingly enough, some of her work before being named to the Court dealt with equal rights in a different way; such as fighting for a widower to receive Social Security survivor benefits just like a widow would and fighting for the husband of an Air Force member to get an allowance that was automatic for wives. So to limit it to abortion only, or even just women’s issues in general, is not at all accurate.

 

[RolandThompsonGunner]

I am sure a lot of Russians, mid-century, would say Stalin did a lot of good; ‘So sad to seem him pass.’

Nope, as I explained that is grossly overshadowed by her being a Eugenicist.

Cool, well, seems like your mind is made up and you already have your answer, then. Not sure what the point of the thread was.

 

[Irishmom2]

Anything she made a decisive decision on, or dissented with. Try to read the whole post instead of grabbing that one line.

It’s her social media. If she wants to pay her respects to someone that is her business, and her right.

Honestly, your post comes across as very judgmental. Can you not have any compassion for RBG? We are called to be kind even to those we disagree with or who do not share our faith views.

 

[whatistrue]

Seriously? You are comparing Ruth Bader Ginsburg to Stalin? That is beyond the pale.

 

[Irishmom2]

Yes, quite the ridiculous comparison.

 

[hoping4more]

We are not talking about a poor beggar on the street and yelling ‘get a job’; she was one of the most powerful people on the planet.

 

[Irishmom2]

Sorry, it’s not meant just for beggars on the street.

 

[RolandThompsonGunner]

Is there anything redeemable about RBG? Other than being a pro-choice Catholic is there anything that teacher could plausible be getting at?

Was this actually a sincere question? People have given you many examples of things people could plausibly admire RBG for unrelated to abortion, and you just keep responding with “yeah, but abortion.” Why did you even ask if you’re not even going to engage with the answers?

If your whole point is just “RBG was pro-choice and that’s bad” then, fine. 95% of the people here, myself included, will agree with you on that point. But don’t dress it up in a question that’s clearly not being asked in good faith.

 

[hoping4more]

I could keep going but this ridiculous. I wish they would just shut it down.

 

[phil19034]

Obviously this is really bothering you.

Perhaps you should discuss it with the pastor (in a very charitable way). If there truly is something to worry about, I’m sure he’s get to the bottom of it.

 

[Beryllos]

Many admire her for her life story: going to law school and entering the law profession against tremendous discrimination (mostly for being a woman, also for being Jewish, and also for being a mother), having a long and beautiful marriage, bringing up children while working long hours, and her consistent efforts for good principles like equal protection under the law.

As I wrote elsewhere, this would be perfect except that equal protection under the law, in our society, does not extend as far as to the unborn. We’ve gotta work on that!

 

[RolandThompsonGunner]

I could keep going but this ridiculous. I wish they would just shut it down.

I’m sorry you’re upset, but it really feels like you asked a question prepared to accept only one answer. People have given you some quality responses and you don’t seem inclined to even consider them.

 

[Dlee]

Oh jeez

We can all find things to criticize in what people post on social media. I, personally, take offense at your phrase - as a former Baptist, now Catholic, I was raised and taught that jeez was short for Jesus, and using His name in vain.

 

[Tis_Bearself]

Is there anything redeemable about RBG?

Yes, she was an excellent lawyer and judge, a pioneer for the rights of women and for Jewish people, a hard worker, a great legal mind, a devoted wife and mom, a good friend including to people who disagreed with her views, a good mentor to quite a few clerks, a role model to quite a few women, and from what I heard she was witty and kind. I pray for her soul and hope one day to meet her in Heaven.

I find your view to be quite narrow-minded and your use of that word Dlee objected to is not appropriate for the forum.

Also, your comparing RBG to Stalin is grossly offensive. I will not be reading any more. Good day.