If a woman can nurse in public, why not install toilets for use in open display? (letter)

Homer Snavely

Recently, Mrs. Olivia Cook of Hanover began openly nursing her infant son at the Upper Crust restaurant in Gettysburg. Both the manager and owner approached the mother and asked her to cover up, stating it was restaurant policy.

The lady flatly refused.

The management was right on; they should be able to set the house rules, which is absolutely none of the government's business.

So legally, she continued on. 

This young woman behaved carelessly.

This is Olivia Cook and her son Parker. Cook recently had an experience while at a restaurant in Gettysburg where she said she was asked to cover up while breastfeeding.

Those with this perspective argue that it is a natural and beautiful thing.

Is it?

Why of course it is. But privacy should prevail, lest it be an affront to other patrons in public places.

Since this is a natural thing, why not install a few toilets for use in open display? That too is a natural thing, something every human has a need to do. I ask this woman, is that something you'd like to see openly exposed?

And why not allow women (and men) to publicly shave their underarms in a restaurant or public setting. These practices are also natural and necessary functions.

So ladies, be encouraged. Should you desire to nurse your precious little bundle in public, please cover up. Etiquette, good manners and respect for others always take precedence. 

Homer Snavely

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