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By Anonymous

I recognize how I am perceived by those who do not know ME. I am seen as the benefactor of an unjust system of oppression meant to divide people and benefit those who look lik...

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By nolanroney1 SILVER
Mt. Zion, Illinois
nolanroney1 SILVER, Mt. Zion, Illinois
5 articles 0 photos 4 comments
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By Jackie_Huang PLATINUM
Scarsdale, New York
Jackie_Huang PLATINUM, Scarsdale, New York
20 articles 37 photos 0 comments

Favorite Quote:
Everything happens for a reason

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By Samhradh GOLD
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Samhradh GOLD, Carlisle, Pennsylvania
18 articles 2 photos 61 comments

Favorite Quote:
Dá fhada an lá tagann an tráthnóna.<br /> <br /> (No matter how long the day, evening comes)

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By TheRareBreed PLATINUM
Lambertville, Michigan
TheRareBreed PLATINUM, Lambertville, Michigan
43 articles 0 photos 60 comments

Favorite Quote:
“The apple doesn't fall far from the tree." I guess that means we're just products of whoever made us and we don't have much control. The thing is, when people use that phrase, they ignore the most critical part: the falling. Within the logic of that saying, the apple falls every single time. Not falling isn't an option. So, if the apple has to fall, the most important question in my mind is what happens to it upon hitting the ground? Does it touch down with barely a scratch? Or does it smash on impact? Two vastly different fates. When you think about it, who cares about its proximity to the tree or what type of tree spawned it? What really makes all the difference, then, is how we land.”<br /> ― Val Emmich, Dear Evan Hansen

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By Anonymous
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By avantinaidu BRONZE
Wellington, Florida
avantinaidu BRONZE, Wellington, Florida
3 articles 0 photos 0 comments
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By nolanroney1 SILVER
Mt. Zion, Illinois
nolanroney1 SILVER, Mt. Zion, Illinois
5 articles 0 photos 4 comments
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By avantinaidu BRONZE
Wellington, Florida
avantinaidu BRONZE, Wellington, Florida
3 articles 0 photos 0 comments
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By Anonymous