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Democracy Lessons from the Philippines


 
 
  Democracy comes in many different stripes, and while Shaneil is happy about President Obama's reelection, she questions the electoral system that put him in power.  
Looking back at this election, I am quite satisfied by the outcome, but as a democratic nation, I hope that someday American voters will have more say when it comes to choosing their leader.
Did You Know? How the 2012 Elections Broke Barriers  

Here are some milestone events you might have missed.

 

Thanksgiving After Sandy


 
 
  Because their town has not yet fully recovered from the effects of the storm, residents of Belmar are seeing a whole new meaning in "Thanksgiving".  
Hopefully everything will get better for us all soon. As my brother said after the storm, "We are Jersey Strong."
Alabama Teens Reflect on Tornado Destruction  

Students describe what it was like to live through a devastating tornado.

 

Pakistanis Stand with Malala


 
 
  The Taliban, a militant group with roots in Pakistan and Afghanistan, recently shot 14-year-old Malala Yousafzai in the head and neck, promting outrage around the world.  
Malala and her passion for education will win, not the fanatics and their disgusting agenda.
14-Year-Old Girl Shot For Going To School in Pakistan  

Malala Yousafzai, is a 14-year-old Pakistani student who spoke against a ban on female education.

 

Second Presidential Debate 2012


 
 
  Are high school students watching the presidential debates and more importantly do they care about the issues? Three students from Shenandoah High School share their perspectives.  
Personally, I found the debate indecisive, patronizing and fraught with political attacks and finger-pointing.
Obama, Romney Meet in Lively Town-Hall Style Debate  

.The town hall debate got heated with the candidates confronting each other's claims directly on stage.

 
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