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Hello, my name is Nick. I was born in southeast MI, and I enjoy writing my opinion, which is why I'm here. Reading a great diversity of works always inspires me to pick up different writing techniques, and I just hope that my writings will provide people with

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Politics, News & Issues > Political & Economic Theory Do people have absolute rights that all governments should protect?: 4 of 66

Throughout the course of history humans have gained a certain number of inalienable rights that any self sufficient government should protect and maintain. To name a few of these rights: freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom of assembly, the ability to elect representatives into their governing body, and the right t... More..
Travel > Travel (Other) Tips for keeping a travel journal: 2 of 9
Writing a travel journal can be a fun experience while on a vacation or trip. It can also be a great tool for jotting down ideas or information when you need to, so it is always smart while on your trip to keep your travel journal on hand at all times. You can keep it in a messenger bag with your cell phone and wallet, or (if... More..
Sciences > Astronomy Defining Pluto: 2 of 6
Pluto, the recently dubbed dwarf planet, is still a planet in my book. Because of its small size, it has always been one of my favorite planets. I always thought he was a symbol of hope to all the little guys out there. And just because he isn't that much bigger than its moon ,Charon, it is now a dwarf planet. But I know now ... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: School: 12 of 35
I am writing about what I think is a serious problem in schools.Book Cover DilemmaI strongly believe that students should have the freedom to choose between different kinds of book covers. The main debate is between paper bag covers and cloth stretch covers. Teachers and administrators are partial to the paper ones; however, ... More..
Sciences > Sciences (Other) Report: My science fair experiment: 11 of 30
Mine was a report on changing a bad habit to a good habit. Here is my report.Time For a Change The goal that I set for myself was to limit my intake of unhealthy liquids (such as pop) and increase my intake of more healthy liquids (such as water and green tea). Plus I would also like to increase the amount of time I spend tim... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Gossip & News Britney Spears: Who cares: 21 of 51
This title is exactly right. WHO CARES! Why are you (the media) reporting on this absolute crap, when you could be be reporting on things that are important? This is the reason why every body in America is so retarded! They watch horrible gossip instead of learning about something that is actually valuable to them. What I mea... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Elections (Other) How young people can get involved in politics: 10 of 23
I have thought of a person who genuinely cares about politics to be a sort of patriot. And I, being young, will explain why I am a patriot. Here is a paper I wrote on that subject.Why I am an American PatriotWhy Am I an American Patriot? I think that before we go in to the reasons why I am a Patriot we first need to know what... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Art: 5 of 10
Art huh. I can work with art. Well I think what we first need to look at is, what is art? Is it a beautiful building painted in watercolor? A fantastic landscape, which the artist painted with the paintbrush up his nose? Is piss on a canvas considered art? Well expect for the last one, these are all great examples of art. But... More..
Arts & Humanities > Arts & Humanities (Other) Is artistic skill natural or learned?: 63 of 109
Artistic skills are definitely learned. What is a natural born skill is the artistic eye. The actual design frame of mind is a natural born ability. But the actual ability to physically create your vision is a learned skill. How could you, for example, bring you sketch for clothes to life without the ability to sew? I always ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness Population growth, poverty and environmental degradation: 19 of 32
China's population problems China has its share of problems. Like its ever growing population and its severe shortage of girls. China, because of its large population, has instituted a one child policy, stating that couples may only have one child. But in order for a couple to have children they need a man and a woman, unfort... More..