"Brockton School Committee Seeks National Guard Assistance to Address High School Violence"

Members of the Brockton School Committee have requested the deployment of the National Guard to assist with safety and security issues at Brockton High School, citing a disturbing increase in incidents related to violence, security, and substance abuse. While some parents and committee members support the idea, others believe it may be excessive and could lead to negative consequences such as increased dropout rates and student transfers. The mayor and governor's office have expressed differing views on the matter, with the governor having the authority to deploy the troops.