You are correct there is much we can do. Thank you for the provoking to love and good works.
I would still agree with him, even after doing all of that, that I would not subject my children to that system.
You do not seem to understand the point he is making. It is his personal choice, just as you have a personal choice.
It doesn't feel safe to express yourself in public Christian dialog if we are not going to have forbearance with one another.
We as Christians, should be known for this, that all the world would Know we are His disciples.