Politics, News & Issues > Natural Disasters Tips for preparing in the event of emergencies and natural disasters

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Do you know what to do if facing an emergency? When a disaster strikes, it is too late to plan your next move. You need to plan ahead for any kind of possible emergency. Don't be overwhelmed, be proactive!It doesn't take much to be prepared. You can do it in an hour or so. Here's what you need to pack in a container you can g... More..

Politics, News & Issues > US Politics (Other) Defending freedom of speech in the United States

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Men and women have died so that we may exercise our freedom of speech. Our military has defended this and our other "inalienable rights" for more than 225 years in the United States. Why do we need to debate this issue? Because as freedom-loving members of a generally peaceful society, we must protect our rights, even when w... More..

Politics, News & Issues > War in Iraq Assessing the role of the U.S. in the hanging of Saddam Hussein

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Saddam Hussein died by hanging at the hands of his own people, convicted of the brutal killings of his own people. His evil seeped through to every desert corner of the cradle of civilization, Iraq. His execution took place surrounded by Iraqi citizens, leaders and victims. But it begs the question, was it right that the hang... More..

Health & Fitness > Alcoholism Adult Children of Alcoholics: Long-term effects

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What does a child of an alcoholic experience? Do you really want to know what it is like when your parent, your authority figure and the person you're supposed to be able to rely on, is a drinker? Imagine the four-year-old who sits on the sofa and rocks, making a rhythmic song of calling "Mommy, Mommy, Mommy-Mommy-Mommy" for... More..

Politics, News & Issues > US News Crime: Virginia Tech school shooting

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Could heightened vigilance have prevented the massacre at Virginia Tech on Monday, April 16, 2007? If someone had been listening when an alarmed professor sought help from law enforcement officials, could this tragedy have been averted? Is the answer in tougher gun laws? Thirty-three people are dead after a deranged young ma... More..

Politics, News & Issues > War in Iraq Saddam sentenced to death: Was it right to hang Hussein?

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If you live in the USA, you have a different sensibility than those who were raised under the tyrannical and terrifying rule of Saddam Hussein. No one but the people of Iraq, who lived through decades of soul-searing fear, can ever truly understand the depth of the ruthlessness of Saddam, his brothers, his sons and his minion... More..

Education > College Search Padding the college application: Why extracurriculars are important

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As a suit makes the man, extracurriculars makes the college application. Colleges and universities are receiving record numbers of applications from high school seniors this year, and every admission counselor we've contacted has asked about the extras. "What sports does your son play?" "What clubs has your daughter joined? ... More..

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