Teen Ink Magazine,
September 2003 :
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A Political Critique by Timothy C., Ravenna, OH I agree with "A Political Critique." There are lots of problems with the government. There is so much corruption that will continue as long as the "good old boys" are running things ... Continue...
In response to "A Word's Place in theWorld," I agree with 90% of what Candace C. said. It is true that whenyou look back in history, you see that the word n----r was meant in a derogatorymanner and that its use is a very complex issue ... Continue...
Are Your Civil Liberties at Risk? by Drew W., Phoenix, AZ In post-September 11 America, I have witnessed many changes. Some have been for the good, while others clearly undermine everything that fateful day represents - including President Bush's proclamation that going to war with Iraq is for the safety of the world ... Continue...
Until recently, I didn't know about TeenInk. I'm really glad my English teacher had us read it because I found I wasinterested in every article. The one that really got my attention was aboutsteroids (called "Choices") ... Continue...
"Discrimination" by Angie G.made me think. She wrote, "I was born and raised in America and never had todeal with reactions to my Middle-Eastern appearance." After September 11,though, her parents were afraid for her safety ... Continue...
Empty by Molly M., San Antonio, TX The anonymous piece "Empty" in the May issue really struck me. Very few people have the courage to write about a subject so often considered "wrong" or "bad" in a way that can be understood ... Continue...
I can really relate to Cassie C.'s story "Fitting Thin." I always feel uncomfortable in dance class because there are some who don't like me because I'm big. The main person who is at me about my size is my mom ... Continue...
Hola! I love Teen Ink, and I have an idea.Along with the college essays, you should offer information on scholarships. Iwould love that, and I'm sure others would, too. There must be plenty ofscholarships out there, but sometimes they're hard to find ... Continue...
The Right For the Extreme by Zoe G., Wolftown, VA In the May issue there were many pro-war articlesthat I disagreed with, but Anthony N.'s struck a nerve ... Continue...
The Right For the Extreme by Lauren M., Wethersfield, CT As I read "The Right For the Extreme," I became increasingly concerned about the state of mind of my fellow citizens ... Continue...
What The Flag Stands For by Shawn W., Freedom, OH I believe Charlotte A., author of "What The Flag Stands For," is right on - we really do treat the flag better than we treat people. All the flag really is is colored cloth that represents our American beliefs ... Continue...
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