Anyone living in Illinois with an opinion on the Moment of Silence legislation?

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answer:In Indiana we have had the Pledge of Allegence followed by a moment of silence mandated by the State for the last 2 years. It is my observation that every morning the students to through this ritual and are numb to the meaning. It has become meaningless.

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