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I understand that a lot of people are allergic to peanuts. A lot of people are allergic to pollen, mold, cat hair. Some people don't like milk and are lactose intolerant (I'm one of them). Some people are diabetic. Some people are allergic to seafood, wheat, soy, and even egg. If we were to ban peanut products in school because a couple of people have peanut allergy, then why not ban milk, sugary sweets, fish, and wheat bread while we're at it?

I am hardly a fan of peanut products, but, seriously, what is a child's favorite sandwich? Egg salad? Turkey on rye? Tuna? No, it is peanut butter and jelly! Most children love this sandwich, now I'm not very fond of it myself, but I can understand children's love of sticky things. A lot of kids like candy with peanuts in them: Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Butterfinger, and Peanut related M&Ms.

Now, I totally understand and feel for those who are allergic to peanuts, don't think I do. But, why should the majority have to suffer just because the minority has a peanut allergy. All it takes is the child steering clear of peanut related products and those who are using them. It is really that simple. Because, if we were to go down that road, then we could get rid of seafood and fish being served in cafeterias, which would probably bother those who eat Fish on Fridays during Lent, and ban Milk because some people can't handle it. Or all candy because somebody with diabetes is jealous.

The point being is, that it's a personal responsibility for those with food allergies to make sure they don't consume those foods, and not attempt to bring the other children down because of it.

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