The issue of sagging pants has always been controversial. Some say sagging is a temporary fashion statement and there's nothing wrong with that. Others would say that giving in is unprofessional and won't get you far. After all, being a black man in the United States is hard enough. We don't need any more stereotypes that we are "gang affiliated" or have no knowledge of "common decency." As defined in the Merriam Webster Dictionary, sag is an object that sinks to a lower level. Saggy pants are a widespread controversy in our nation, this issue has led to many campaigns to defend young people, particularly black males, from wearing pants at an unnecessarily low level. I am against saggy pants because it is not morally right, shows a lack of discipline, and places more burdens on black males within society. Although clothing styles change from generation to generation, newer fashion is always a result of the old. It's a cause and effect relationship, if children of this generation dress inappropriately, future generations will find it acceptable and take it a step further. If clothing restrictions are enforced now, there is hope for future generations. Self-expression is important in every child's life, but self-expression should not be a detriment. In my opinion, the way this generation dresses today is definitely damaging their character and reputation. Many professionals, professors and others find this way of dressing offensive. Parents face endless criticism and backfire for allowing their children to leave home in this way. It is also harmful to future generations, as they follow in the footsteps of those older than them. Children learn exa... in the middle of a sheet of paper... without your pants falling off your backside for the world to see. You would think that common decency would automatically kick in to warn these young people to keep their trousers at the waist for professional purposes. The consequences should surely be placed on those who cannot obey the common decency clause. After all, common decency is to do what is expected of you as a human being and to look and dress appropriately. This generation has a very revealing style, especially with the saggy pants. I believe that if the parents of these young children mandated that the pants remain at a certain level, a change would occur. By making children follow authority, they are taught maturity and how to approach different aspects of life in a mature manner. Clothing restrictions will help children become more successful and helpful adults in the future.