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The high cost of dropping out
Dropping out of high school has its costs around the globe, but nowhere steeper than in the United States.
Sep 12, 2006, 00:37
Ain't This America. . .
After five years, strong feelings remain over 9/11
Feelings of grief, anger and vulnerability over the 9/11 terrorist attacks five years ago remain strong for most Americans, according to James Booth, a Vanderbilt University professor of political science and philosophy.
Aug 31, 2006, 00:01
Ain't This America. . .
Role models that aren't
To sports fans, it probably wasn't a surprise to learn that former Ohio State University football star Maurice Clarett was arrested again the other week.
Aug 24, 2006, 17:33
Ain't This America. . .
Return of a ghost ship
The sadly derelict N.S. Savannah, now an almost forgotten landmark in maritime history, is being rescued from the government's Ghost Fleet and being turned over to a Virginia shipyard for restoration. Indeed, the pioneering ship is worth preserving.
Aug 21, 2006, 18:53
Ain't This America. . .
Another trashy teen fad?
Isn't it part of a teenager's job description to be stupid, I mean daring, or, er, rebellious? Far be it for me to criticize teenagers who flout mortality, experiment beyond the brink of realistic thinking and generally push boundaries to their breaking points. That's what I did as a teen in the sacrilegious '70s, and for the most part I treasure that carefree -- some might say thought-free -- period of my life.
Aug 21, 2006, 18:51
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