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Teen Ink Magazine, October 2005: Heroes
Profiles in Courage:
Ivan Allen, Jr.
by Allie C., Brooklyn, NY
In 1956, when John F. Kennedy wrote Profiles in Courage, he asserted that elected officials have an obligation to “lead, inform, correct and sometimes even ignore constituent opinion” if doing so serves the nation’s best interest .
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Paul V. Gallegos
by Kevin Z., Danville, CA
In Humboldt County, California, the Pacific Lumber Company puts bread on the table for most of the area’s residents.
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Brother Dustin L.
by Lacy L., Manila, UT
Almost everyone has dreams, but for most they are never fulfilled. This is not true for my brother, Dustin.
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Grandmother Veronica “Twinx” D.
by Sumantro D., New City, NY
Throughout history, women have faced an uphill struggle for social and political equality.
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Friends - The Gang
by Marissa D., Gibsonia, PA
Every day is worthwhile when spent with them. They are unique, honorable, laid back, creative, respectful, enthusiastic,
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