A few comments:
1. I agree with most of what bears has said in this thread. Very realistic and common sense approach, probably because he's a parent (and a smart guy).
2. When I say "condoms don't work," I'm referring to the fact that kids will not consistently use them. The alarming number of teen pregnancies in this country for decades pretty much proves this. Condoms are all over the place and available for free at some clinics. Despite this, kids don't consistently use them. They never will.
3. Kids are not ready for sex. Is there anyone, particularly a parent, who really believes that a 13-year-old is ready for sex? Ready to be a parent? Able to deal with a STD?
4. The attack on the children of politicians is shameful. I did not agree with those who attacked Chelsea, Bush's daughters, Gore's kids, or Palin's kids. And the attacks are always partisan. Kids should be off limits IMO.