My College Essay: Why I Am A Liberal

[fernazo]

When I was eleven, I was subjected to an unpleasant process which, I know now, has largely determined my world view and has fueled my commitment to public policy. I was uprooted from my comfortable, defined life, where I was a member of the “established caste” and suddenly thrust into a new community where I found myself struggling to regain

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[howdydudey108]

I read that whole thing, thinking it was just a post of yours, and I have to say, I was impressed. And then, upon looking at the heading of it, I was even MORE impressed. That essay could get you far, Matt. It's very well written--probably MUCH better than many of the college essays that are being written these days. Kudos!

[fernazo]

Thank you. That means a lot to me.

By the way, I ran into/judged Emma McCormick (sp?) at Gig harbor this weekend.

[_patriarch_]

yeah i saw her too, as did greg. we both were very startled. how was she?

[fernazo]

She seems to be doing fine. She recognized me, but I didn't think I had ever met her. I did recognize her and I remembered her mom. Strangebox.

[_patriarch_]

fucking amazing.

[dimsum05]

Wow. That's super awesome, Matt.
What school(s) have you applied to and/or are you applying to?

[fernazo]

I'm applying early decision to Duke University in North Carolina. If that doesn't work the list is long:
Whitman
Georgetown
Dartmouth
Berkeley
UVA
etc.

[_eudaimonist_]

Your boat is my Poulsbo.

[radiate18]

kaitlinbailey10@hotmail.com

thats her email. sorry it took me so long!