December 1, 2009

Dear Jamie,

I was completely in shock when I read about the book burning by the FTV group.  I couldn't believe that a group of people would find it appropriate to protest books in that manner.  I agree with you that it is a form of free speech, but I still think that burning someone's thoughts should be illegal.  We've been talking about your story in class and I feel bad that Nomi can't accept that you have a different point of view than her and that she thought about supporting the book burning.  I really hope those book weren't the books that came from the public library.  What if I wanted to read those books?  I have the right to educate myself despite what others think is appropriate for me to know.

I look forward to reading more of your story.

Kate