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Politics, News & Issues > Constitutional & Contract Law Should a woman have the right to choose abortion?: 27 of 313
Should a woman have the right to choose abortion? The beginning of life starts at the moment of conception. Within a matter of hours after cells start to multiply the first signs of heart waves can be traced, demonstrating the fetus is in fact alive and depending on the mother for oxygen, nourishment, and survival for the ne... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Soldiers & Veterans Reflections: Disabled US veterans: 2 of 16
When the mortars quit falling, bullets stopped whizzing by my head, explosions from IED's fell silent on a hot August night in Balad, Iraq. My deployment to Baghdad, Iraq was suppose to last twelve to fifteen months, but in my sixth month of combat operations, my tour was cut short from an insurgent mortar launched a mile aw... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Heaven, Hell & Afterlife Views of death: 7 of 53

We all face death, whether it comes from losing a loved one, friend, or someone you admire, death will come. As we near death, unfortunately every second we move closer, we complete a task that was meant to be done, prior to us leaving. Whether that be giving your wife a kiss on the forehead before getting out of bed to do y... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: My father: 16 of 121
Reflections: My father My father was a good man, a strong man, a perfect man, and now he's gone. He's been gone for almost fifteen years now; he was taken from me when I was only thirteen. I never saw much of him prior to his death, because of the many hours he spent as a conductor for the railroad. His job is what fed us an... More..
Food & Drink > Beer (Other) Does light beer taste as good as regular beer?: 3 of 12

The fact that light beer doesn't taste as good as regular beer can be agreed upon by many, but disagreed upon by the same. The common factors in whether a person prefers a light beer over a heavy beer are based on amount of hops, barely, alcohol content, wheat, and pilsner brewed into the beer. Many long time beer drinkers m... More..
Sports & Recreation > Fishing (Other) Catfishing: The benefits of night fishing: 1 of 4
Catfishing is at its most bountiful during night hours and if the person fishing is using the best method of catching Catfish. Catfishing at night, if you are as dedicated to the activity as I am, begins during the day. Catfish are carnivores and enjoy eating smaller fish of various species, mainly Pan fish or small Bass, so... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Military (Other) Should children from military families receive college tuition discounts?: 9 of 33
I have not yet read or seen a good reason why military service member dependent children not receive some sort of college financial assistance. Currently, The Department of Veterans Affairs offers several educational assistance programs for Veterans (By the way, I'll always capitalize Veteran) from the G.I. Bill, Vocational ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Military (Other) Should the United States set a timetable for the withdrawal of all troops from Iraq?: 2 of 7
Being an Iraq War veteran and spending most of 2004 and some of 2005 patrolling the highways, neighborhoods, and outlying areas of Baghdad, as a Military Policeman. The work being done in Iraq is valuable, sacrifical, and mostly work that is setting the foundation for Iraqis to one day be a Democracy. But, it will take time ... More..
Home & Garden > Vegetables & Herbs How to grow tomatoes: 7 of 21
How to grow tomatoes. Growing tomatoes isn't as easy as it may seem. Anyone can go to their local home improvement store or nursery in early to mid planting season, which depends on the climate zone one resides in, and purchase an already 8 inch tall tomato plant. The real beauty lies in purchasing quality seeds, peat pots, ... More..
Local Guides > Wichita Zoo reviews: Sedgwick County Zoo, Wichita, KS: 1 of 3
The Sedgwick County Zoo gives the visitor a very inviting charm as when they travel onto Zoo Boulevard towards the zoo's entrance. The city planners have made the once dull sides of Zoo Boulevard into creative anticipation of the zoo's exhibits. Picking a day to enjoy the Sedgwick County Zoo is crucial but not detrimental to... More..