The U.S. Census Bureau states that one in seven people live below the poverty line. This means millions of Americans struggle day-to-day to make ends meet. Every day they face many questions. How are we going to eat? Can we pay our rent or our mortgage? Will our water and power be shut off? What can I do to ensure… Continue reading Open Your Eyes to Poverty
Month: March 2012
May I Take Your Pledge?
Public television has been providing cultural, informational, and educational programming for decades. Sesame Street helped me learn my ABCs and how to count. Mr. Rogers taught me what it meant to be a good neighbor. Reading Rainbow made reading relevant and cool. These programs were a huge part of my childhood and the childhood of… Continue reading May I Take Your Pledge?
Science, Education, and Smiles
I remember back to my days in school and there are very few fond memories of science class. It was a subject that never really sparked my interest. It was difficult and, at times, boring. I am sure there are many others who share my feelings. I am also confident that an organization in our… Continue reading Science, Education, and Smiles
The Center for Nonviolence
Every day, we hear stories of domestic violence. Many of the stories that grab headlines feature celebrities who batter and abuse. We all know the story of singers Chris Brown and Rihanna. A celebrity couple whose arguments became violent and Rihanna ended up with visible bruises and cuts to the face. This example of domestic… Continue reading The Center for Nonviolence
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