New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman, in a much-debated column ("Sorry, kids. We ate it all" - Page B7, Oct. 16), made a surprising argument: A Vietnam War–type uprising by today's youth could result from the federal government's growing indebtedness and unsustainable social programs. He pointed to signs that the exploited will rise up against this intergenerational injustice in a way not seen since the 1960s. Having taught high school here in Houston, I know that today's youth are eager to debate ideologically opposed viewpoints on major intellectual and political issues. They are attracted to personal and economic freedom, and want to better future for themselves and others. But too...
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