Yes, I know Purple pens do not have the negative connotation that Red pens have.
I also saw an article on the abolishment of spelling tests in one school district. See, with spelling tests, there are only "right" and "wrong" answers. To tell the kid that they are wrong could scar them for life. Therefore, if you eliminate the spelling tests, then you will not have to potentially scar the child by telling them that their answer is wrong.
BTW, thanks for the compliments. I have continued by quest beyond the campaign, so hopefully it will have an impact. I am now on a larger stage (then the write-in campaign), so I will be able to reach more people.