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Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration Views on illegal immigration in the US: 16 of 212
The first time I stepped into a South Florida tomato field, it's safe to say I was nervous. It reminded me of an excerpt from James Fenimore Cooper's "The Last of the Mohicans," the scene where Duncan Heyward enters the wilderness fortress of Montcalm. While speaking with the French general, Duncan notices they are surrounded... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Pulitzer Center What role should the US play in reducing the production of illicit drugs-such as cocaine and heroin-in places like Bolivia and Afghanistan?: 16 of 44
As a child in the 1980's, I was raised by a television set. My young, sponge-like brain soaked up every broad casted detail, especially advertisements. I recall being disturbed by an ominous black frying pan. "This is your brain on drugs." The commercial was outrageously vague. I had no clue what drugs were, but I knew they w... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Football NFL commentary: Brett Favre comes out of retirement: 7 of 7
On September 8th, Brett Favre's number is set to be retired at Lambeau field during half time of the Packers' regular season opener against the Minnesota Vikings. It was expected to be a wonderful momentous and emotional occasion. The organizers probably have a video ready with triumphant music to complement scenes of touch d... More..

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