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02-27-2007, 11:31 AM
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That was a beautiful school, and show, those girls were very appreaciative of the opportunity... They were selling themselves (humbly)... to show that they were worth of the chance. I can't wait to see progress on the young ladies.
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02-27-2007, 09:32 AM
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If you missed it, please watch Saturday, March 3rd @ 8 pm ET.
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02-27-2007, 10:23 AM
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i wanna watch it again!!
I watched the whole thing in tears it was truly inspiring...From the 2 sisters Megan and Sade, for the girl who got up @ 4 am to catch the bus to school it was uplifting to see these bright beautiful African children want to achieve... 
Then I get to watch on the news here how 2 students ambushed a teacher after school because the teacher took his iPod. The man has 2 broken vertebrae in his neck and is lucky to even be alive. the teacher is still concerned about the students (who are expelled). But why does it even have to go to that level? Why? 
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02-27-2007, 10:28 AM
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Then I get to watch on the news here how 2 students ambushed a teacher after school because the teacher took his iPod. The man has 2 broken vertebrae in his neck and is lucky to even be alive. the teacher is still concerned about the students (who are expelled). But why does it even have to go to that level? Why?
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But there is a discussion going on to extend the school day. 
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02-27-2007, 12:51 PM
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*******Then I get to watch on the news here how 2 students ambushed a teacher after school because the teacher took his iPod. The man has 2 broken vertebrae in his neck and is lucky to even be alive. the teacher is still concerned about the students (who are expelled). But why does it even have to go to that level? Why? *******
That's what I'm talking about. Our (America) priorities and value for education is all out of whack!! I'm happy for them. I think they will do great things for their country and girls who will follow in their footsteps.
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02-27-2007, 01:20 PM
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That's what I'm talking about. Our (America) priorites and value for education is all out of whack!! I'm happy for them. I think they will do great things for their country and girls who will follow in their footsteps.
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02-27-2007, 01:06 PM
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If you missed it, please watch Saturday, March 3rd @ 8 pm ET.
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i definitely will! thanks for posting the time.
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03-28-2007, 05:57 PM
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10PM ET, O defends her school, on Anderson Cooper 360
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03-28-2007, 06:02 PM
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Really, I feel like she doesn't even need to do this. However, I do understand her need to have her thoughts heard.
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10PM ET, O defends her school, on Anderson Cooper 360
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03-29-2007, 11:57 AM
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I know I'm posting a little late on this one...But I am very excited about what she is doing. I think that someone should have done this a very long time ago. People always want to find the negative when people try to help others. Unfortunately I have to agree with whoever said that American kids (in general) are more concerned about material things and are not focused on education. So why should she spend her money on them? We also have a lot more opportunities here in America when it comes to getting financial aid to pay for schools that I don't think they have there, or they may not have access to. I applaud everything she has done to make those girls feel like true human beings...Heck...I wish I could go to the school! Did you see those lounge areas?
I cried throughout the whole show. Those girls have the most beautful smiles I have ever seen. It also showed me that I need to smile IN SPITE OF...They have gone through so much, but can still smile and have aspirations. Unbelievable.
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03-29-2007, 12:09 PM
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Really, I feel like she doesn't even need to do this. However, I do understand her need to have her thoughts heard.
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I agree with you. If I was Oprah, I would not defend a thing. Her work in Africa should be applauded and encouraged - not criticized.
Go Oprah!
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03-29-2007, 04:12 PM
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I agree with you. If I was Oprah, I would defend a thing. Her work in Africa should be applauded and encouraged - not criticized.
Go Oprah!
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Really, as much as her foundation has done for people in this country, and as much as she personally has done for people in this country, I can't believe folks have the nerve to criticize.
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07-29-2007, 10:50 PM
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anyone catching "keep the faith" right now...they are discussing "where charity should begin, at home or abroad" with main reference to Oprah's charity work in Africa, some very interesting points have been brought up.
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