Question about cursive writing (aka "real writing.")

[Oneironaut]

15. I disagree - There are a couple reasons.

- Your signature. Of course, you can just write your name, but that is less formal. I still sign cover letters with a cursive signature. I know you don't need it for an official signature, but a cursive signature commands respect. This is especially important when conducting business.

- It's a creative way to write. Schools should also be a place to build logic and creativity. Creative intelligence is often highly discounted and overlooked.

- Historical documents are in cursive. If the art is lost, we will lose the ability to read them.

- Cursive is a formal way of writing. There are still some niche situations where it would be more appropriate to use.

I still use it on and off. I'm glad I know it. I was shocked to learn that cursive is being phased out now. I think it would be a shame.