I don't think telling kids not to narc on themselves "validates the insane over-criminalization". I think telling legislators or parents would, though.
The comment didn't say "respect the system", it said to deal in the realpolitik and don't try to effect legislative change by ruining your life as a high school student.
The comment didn't say "respect the system", it said to deal in the realpolitik and don't try to effect legislative change by ruining your life as a high school student.