Darfur by Namphon K., Phoenix, AZ I absolutely agree with Virginia M. that the world must band together to help Sudan’s Darfur region, especially since our president has acknowledged there is genocide happening there ... Continue...
Eye Have a Horror Story by Lauren T., Roanoke, TX Steve D. deserves a standing ovation for his article. I wear contacts but previously didn’t take the best care of them. This “horror” story really scared me; I thought about how I could lose my eyesight and how difficult life would be ... Continue...
Hijab by Abel R., Willits, CA I read “Hijab” and am glad Abeer A. is proud to be who she is and actually wants to wear her headscarf. I know some people who don’t want to wear their religious clothes or symbols because they’re afraid people will make fun of them ... Continue...
My Trip Across Country by Ericka K., Wethersfield, CT I completely agree with Kyla G. that a trip across the country can be a life-changing experience. When I was 12, I went on a road trip from New England to California and back again. We spent three weeks in an RV and visited as many national parks as possible ... Continue...
No Goyim? by Sara J., Seattle, WA The message in David S.’s article“No Goyim?” is important, but for what platitudes does theauthor assert himself? David submits to the first stirrings of adolescentdesire, cavalierly dismissing - seemingly without attempting tounderstand - his ... Continue...
Outsourcing by Norman B., Newark, DE “Outsourcing” by David H. is about America losing jobs to other countries. I totally agree with him on this issue ... Continue...
Selective Service by Trenton O., Highland, UT I strongly disagree with Sean M., who, inthe February issue, argued that American women will never truly be equalwith men until they too must sign up with the Selective Service whenthey turn 18.
Swing by Heather A., Roscoe, MN Julie, I have just finished reading “Swing” and felt the need to write you. Your story is absolutely beautiful and wonderfully written - it had me in tears. I hope and pray that your mother is well and that your swing never flies out of control ... Continue...
Then & Now by Melissa C., Highland Village, TX Lauren, you wrote that you think God doesn’t exist, and if He does, then He is cruel and uncaring. I want to tell you that He is right by your side, and He cares about you and your grandma more than anyone can understand ... Continue...
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