Capital Punishment: Is it Right?

The history of the death penalty, otherwise known as capital punishment, may trace back as early as colonial times during the 1600’s in the United States, according to Carol Dwankowski’s “The Death Penalty in the USA – A Short History,” and has become an eternally controversial debate ever since. But what exactly is capital punishment? According to Merriam-Webster, an American company that publishes reference books, … Continue reading Capital Punishment: Is it Right?

Conflict in Israel

For hundreds of years, Israelis and Palestinians have been fighting against each other for the land that both believe they should have. In 1948, Israel was established as a country by the United Nations, making Palestinians angry because they believed the land belonged to them. A fighter group, the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO), began to carry out attacks such as hijacking airplanes and went as … Continue reading Conflict in Israel

J.L.R. How Much Did Senior Year Cost You – And Was it Worth It?

     Senior year has been the most expensive year thus far. Here’s a quick summary of what I have spent:   Price Activities Price Activities $60 Senior Night $300 AP Exams** $65 Prom** $65 Yearbook $250 Prom dress/ Suit $180 Senior Pictures $360 Drivers Ed ** $300 Senior Week House** $200 Clothes for events $80 Sending ACT scores $400 College Apps $40 Cap and … Continue reading J.L.R. How Much Did Senior Year Cost You – And Was it Worth It?