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...heated debate, misconceptions about "the other side" plague discussions about sex education. Some advocates of abstinence-only education harbor fears that "sex education" is a thinly veiled excuse to distribute pro-sex, free-love propaganda to unwitting students. On the other hand, many of those who favor a more inclusive attitude toward sex education (one that includes discussion of condoms and other contraceptives) worry that abstinence-only programs will, in their refusal to address the mechanics of sex, condemn students to disease and pregnancy that might have been prevented by condoms. The truth of the matter, of course, is that...
...That fear is not borne out by facts. In fact, abstinence supporters may be comforted by the knowledge that the vast majority of sex education advocates - even Planned Parenthood, the target of considerable ire in the flurry of recent e-mails - do present abstinence as the only absolutely risk-free sexual behavior. Planned Parenthood's web site includes a chart detailing the risks and responsibilities of sexual activities. The text cautions, "Sexual relationships present physical and emotional risks. Abstinence is a very good way to postpone taking those risks until women and men are mature enough to handle them...
...another explication of the band's name: when Lockgroove locks on a groove in live concert, it may well be a groove even they have never heard before. Much space in the music sections of Boston periodicals has been dedicated to talk of Lockgroove's improvisation, jamming and "free space." This is especially since the band plays a key role in organizing and enlivening Boston's famed Deep Heaven underground events...
...homosexuals to serve openly in the military if they are elected. While some discomfort among close-minded people may initially arise, the overall effect will promote dialogue and understanding. Discomfort is not a valid justification for discrimination and prejudice. The current policy only causes witch-hunts and limits individuals' free expression. Although Private Winchell can never return, this much-needed, long-awaited change in military policy can prevent such atrocities from occurring in the future...
...doesn't bother me if they say 'go for it, you have two weeks, it's a free for all, do whatever you can get away with,'" said former council President Beth A. Stewart '00, who endorsed Sterling P. A. Darling '01 for president this year...