@flo Obviously you are completely against pageants. I think 14 would be the youngest I am ok with pageants. I am ok with younger children performing; singing, acting, etc.; but, not dressed as sexy adults.
Again, I am not talking toddlers, why are you even saying Toddlers in Tiaras to me? I don’t see what pageants for women have to do with pageants for very young children. What are we going to do, rid the world of all competitions and careers that contain women dressed in a way that shows off their curves, coiffed hair, and wears make-up? Half of our TV shows, movies, and media in general is full of pretty people who focus on their looks.
Some of it is about freedom. Some of it is about allowing people to use the assets they were given. Confidence is not just substance. Plenty of people lack confidence in public settings who are very smart and knowledgable.
I am all for uniforms in school, and very little focus on these things for the every day of life of children. But, I don’t negatively judge someone who likes to dress up, do their hair, and maybe even compete in a competition.
I am not trying to convince you of anything. Just giving you my perspective.
You might be interested in this Q about pageants. And, this one especially discusses pageants in general.