LH: Let’s Get Back To Civility

The hippies did society a service by getting rid of some of the phoniness and silliness in social interplay but, in doing so, they destroyed much of the civility and basic good manners that are the oil of a civilized society. In turn, they spawned a generation that was taught few manners, almost nothing about good taste or any of the so-called social graces. Now, too many of their children are coming of age without having learned these skills. To be fair, I’ve noticed an improvement in recent years with today’s young people. I find them much kinder and much more friendly than even 10 years ago, more politically involved and more sensitive to other people’s feelings. They are on the way back/ Lenna Harding , Moscow-Pullman Daily News. More here .

Question: Is the Flower Children g-g-generation of the ‘60s and early ‘70s to blame for the break down in civility in this country?