ON THE STREET

The Southeast Missourian asked, "What do you think of the controversy at the Egyptian High School over "Death of a Salesman"?

J.T. Graham, Cape Girardeau

"I think it should be up to the parents what their children read. If they don't want their children to read the book, then the children should not read the book."

Marc Edward, Cape Girardeau

"It's ridiculous. Any book that's approved by the board of education ... they (the students) should be able to read it."

Sharon Coleman, Cape Girardeau

"I believe it's much to do about nothing. People have the choice to read material or not read material. Banning books is not in the best interest of our society.

Nadine Chamberlain, Gordonville

"I think if it was in elementary school it might be a little bit more of a big deal ... It being in high school, kids probably say worse than anything that's in that book. They probably hear worse at home."

Sue Buckenmyer, Cape Girardeau

"I think they're handling it right. If you want the child to read the book they don't have to. But it is a classic and the words, unfortunately, are a part of our society. It's not that I like it. I don't use them myself, but it's there."