After reading "The Noble Experiment" do you believe in the power of silence?  Jackie believed that silence was the most dignified approach to those who hurled insults, hatred and bitterness in his direction.  He eventually won the battle.  Do you believe that silence is often the best way to cope with conflict, especially when people try to engage you in negative behaviors by inciting you? 

Many of us are dog lovers. Dogs have a profoundly joyful and often healing affect on our lives.  This article tells the story of a special relationship between dogs and dog owners.

After reading this article, do you believe that veterans should have a right to adopt the military dogs they worked with during their tour of duty (service)?  Why or why not?  

Feel free to also comment on the role of a dog in your life, particularly if you can focus on the emotional gratification of owning a dog. 

Today during class, we viewed videos and read an article from the NY Times about Malala's prestigious Nobel Peace Prize.  In Malala's acceptance speech and during her interview with the reporter, Malala shared her views on the current US government policies in Pakistan and Afghanistan. Subsequently, students shared their opinions on the following question: 

Question for your comment: (click on the comment link below)

Does Malala have a right to continue to lead the global conversation about the best way to address the  political problems of terrorism in the world? Or, as some of you remarked, has she gone too far in giving advice to world leaders about what to do next to address the issue of terrorism in the world? 

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