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Jo Frost condemns corporal punishment still legal in 19 US states
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"Corporal punishment is still in 19 states in schools in America. In schools? Yeah, America still legally have corporal punishment in 19 states of America. Make that make sense. More Black kids, more children with neurodivergence."
Frost expressed moral opposition to corporal punishment, revealing it remains legal in 19 US states' schools and disproportionately affects Black children and neurodivergent students. She rejected religious justifications citing 'spare the rod, spoil the child,' arguing a shepherd's rod guides rather than strikes. She called for early intervention, social workers, and family support instead of physical discipline, citing scientific evidence of long-term harm.
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- We Need To Talk
- Episode
- Jo Frost: “I Was Bullied for 3 Years!” Her Breaking Point, and the 2026 Parenting Emergency
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- 57:39
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