How Many Times by Tierany H., Lebanon, PA How many times do you have to blink Before the tears begin to fall? How many times do you have to give Before you’ve given it all? How ready do you have to be ... Continue...
Keep Creationism Out of Science Class by Zoe G., Wolftown, VA “I contemplate with solemn reverence that act of the whole American people which declared that their legislature should 'make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof,' thus building a wall of separation between ... Continue...
Legalizing Gay Marriage by Lisa D., Boardman, OH Marriage: our own happily ever after, all wrapped up in a white gown, black tux and the impressive bling to tie the knot. Is this really what we want our wedding to be about? I hope our standards are higher, and that we can focus on what counts ... Continue...
One Nation Under God by Laura B., Cleburne, TX May I speak out on the subject of God in public schools? I wish to express my concern about the fact that bans on prayer in school and the movement to exclude the phrase “under God” in the Pledge of Allegiance are becoming more common ... Continue...
R-E-S-P-E-C-T by Chris D., Hockessin, DE I’m proud of most of my identity. I’m a re-enactor, a history nut, a Christian, a trombone player, a jazz enthusiast and a self-proclaimed nerd. However, among the attributes I am not proud of is that I happen to be a boy ... Continue...
Work or Family? by Cory, Brooklyn, NY It’s the end of the day and kids everywhere are coming home from school ... Continue...
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