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Each week, I’ll be posting a list of the most news-worthy and/or inspirational, informative, well-written, thought-provoking, and/or unique posts of the week. While every post and every contributor is valuable to our community, these are the blogs that I feel are must-reads.
August 15- August 21
Stats for this week: 24 posts by 12 writers
Study: Teen Sex Does Not Mean Worse School Performance- by dandaman6007
Why I chose this post:
Minnesota Hard Rockers Endorse the Execution of Gays- by JordanThis seems to contradict the narrative that right-wing, abstinence-only proponents paint: that if we allow teens to think about sex or to have sex, we will be giving rise to a morally depraved and destructive generation of sex crazed young people. News flash: this is simply ridiculous.
Why I chose this post:
Some people hate other people. Some people don’t. But when the people who don’t hate make excuses for the people who do, then we have a problem. As Jordan points out here, we have a problem.
Dear So You Think You Can Dance- by Yes_Means_Yes
Why I chose this post:
Jaclyn shares her feelings with “So You Think You Can Dance,” particularly on the subjects of their male/male dance routines and their apparent obsession with the rear-ends of female dancers.
Alaska Action Alert: Vote No on Ballot Measure 2, Tuesday Aug 24- by Jordan
Why I chose this post:
On Tuesday, Alaskans will vote on Ballot Measure 2, which would require parental notification for abortions for females younger than 18. If you read this in the next two days, act fast!
How do you get people to use condoms? - by NicoleSheri
Why I chose this post:
As an activist for sexual health for youth, have you ever felt frustrated by young people’s excuses for not using condoms? Nicole shares some simple, yet great ideas on how to increase condom use for sexually active people.
Thank you to everyone who posted a blog this week! You are part of what makes this community great!
~ Samantha
Community Editor
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