In many countries, it has become mandatory to vote in every election, as this is an required for a nation to be a true democracy. However, while the United States has always encouraged voters to participate, our government has never imposed a law requiring each citizen to vote.
"We are Penn State."
These were the words spoken, written and repeated more than ever before, it seems, as the beloved Joe Paterno was fired from his position as Pennsylvania State University's head coach.
Faith Focus: The importance of a good foundation
At the end of his most famous sermon, Jesus tells the parable commonly referred to as "The Two Foundations" (Matt. 7:24-27). The contrast is obvious: The house that is built on rock is able to withstand any calamity. On the other hand, the house built on sand is demolished by the first heavy rainstorm.
Earlier this semester, Eastern University's Agora Institute for Civic Virtue and the Common Good held its first student essay contest. Agora asked, "What should contemporary students study in order to be well prepared for citizenship?"
This is the winning essay. To read other essays, please visit www.agorainstitute.org.
A student’s response to “Occupy Wall Street: For goodness’ sake, why?”
I am writing in response to an editorial in the latest Waltonian entitled, "Occupy Wall Street: For goodness' sake, why?"
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