4AM

More than two years ago, our Governor Mr Josè Alperovich, in order to look for a solution to prevent crimes in young people who go out at weekends, suggested- and then it was established- a law which prohibits discos, bars and pubs to be open after 4am. This applied rule generated approval from parents and rejection among the youth.
First of all, it is claimed that since this law has been carried out, adolescents and young adults are more protected. However, it is a fact that once those places of entertainment are closed, people found themselves in trouble to find a way to return their homes if they don’t have a car, turning finally this into a more risking situation as many of them have to wait for a bus- sometimes in isolated places- or wander around the city looking for an after hour party.
Many people, especially parents, are in favour of this norm as they believe it reduces insecurity among the young. On the contrary, statistics show that there has not been committing crimes decreasing. In fact, crimes like robberies and assaults have significantly increased, as well as illegal parties which have spread all over the province becoming this in an alternative for the youth to go on partying but at the same time exposing themselves to be in danger.
Another point against this law is that adult people seem to expect local government to set a limit on the unrestricted freedom their kids have when they go out. Nonetheless, let us not forge this is not their job but the parents’. Parents should not avoid responsibilities and they should be willing to draw a line when it is necessary.
All in all, I have to say that I completely disagree with this decreet as I consider the local government’s abuse of power leads them to think they have the right to cut down our freedom to choose, instead of rising awareness through prevention campaigns among the young and increasing more police presence. They should be aware of the facts and keep their pride on one side and realize this norm is not functioning as they supposed.

Children

Once I attended to a conference here in Tucumàn and I remember one of its lecturers, who was there to present a new book for children said it was great to work with children because one of the biggest benefits is that they heal your soul, and I completely agreed with him.
If I’d have to describe myself in a few words I’d say I tend to be a negative person sometimes but as I don’t want to talk about me, I’d like to tell you why it is that I agree with this lecturer.
Since I started studying to be a teacher of English, I have had pupils at home and they are from 7 to 12 years old; and I have to say that I changed my point of view toward life somehow.
Children mean innocence and purity and to be with them means to share their qualities. They spread their happiness whenever they go and they make me realize nothing is too bad to have the negative thoughts I’ve had in all my life.
When I started teaching in primary school, I learnt a lot from these little persons and that’s why when I become a teacher I’d like to teach children in primary school cause I think that will be good for me and also for them. I’m one of those idealists who believe they can change something for good and if I can teach these children something good then I’ll know I have chosen the right career for me.