“I think it depends on the nature of the vandalism. If you draw a swastika on a temple, I think that's a lot different than drawing it anywhere else.”

— Robyn Kelso, teacher, Eudora

“I think it should be the same because the law should value every building the same.”

— Michael Krumm, Kansas State University freshman, Lawrence

“I believe the penalty should be the same. Vandalism should have the same repercussion no matter where it is done.”

— Sarah Miller, teacher, Black River, N.Y.

“I don't think their sentence should be any longer, but the amount of money should be greater. The church has to fix the damages, and if there is any left they can use it for a good cause.”

— Brandon Reed, Fort Scott Community College freshman, Baldwin City