I would like to thank the members of the school board of Granite City High School for banning William Carruba from wearing a kilt to his prom because it’s “not normal.” Nevermind that such an outfit is entirely normal in another First World Country, but I digress.

While you’re at it, please ensure that students of Middle Eastern descent do not wear saris, and that students of African descent do not wear tribal elements or motifs.

In fact, why not have all students attend their prom in button down white oxford shirts and khakis? Let’s just nip that pesky individualism right in the bud. </sarcasm>

Is it a requirement to be an asshole to be on a school board? How about an asshole AND an ignoramous to be a principal? I’m looking at you, Jim Greenwald, and your alleged insinuations that wearing a kilt isn’t manly. If you did indeed say any such a thing, then I strongly encourage you to stop commenting on topics about which you lack education.

I’m sad that William Carruba backed down and agreed to wear pants. But reading through that article and seeing what students have fought for and won encourages me. These kids will replace people like Jim Greenwald and those school board members someday soon.