Staff Reports
In the latest episode of “Let’s Blur the Lines Between Everything,” some folks are pushing to let girls into the Boy Scouts and boys into the Girl Scouts. Because, apparently, tradition and common sense are out of style.
The Boy Scouts have been a sanctuary for young men to learn survival skills, leadership, and the value of teamwork. It's a place where boys can be boys, without the pressures and dynamics that inevitably change when you mix the sexes. Similarly, the Girl Scouts have provided young women with a space to build confidence, develop skills, and empower themselves among peers.
This isn’t about discrimination. It’s about recognizing the different developmental needs and social dynamics of boys and girls. Boys benefit from male role models and a space to explore their masculinity. Girls benefit from female role models and a space to nurture their unique strengths. Blending these spaces dilutes the experience for both.
