Secret Society of Joplin Democrats
A support group for progressive minded citizens in the Joplin, Missouri metro
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Julie
- 23, Female
- Joplin, Missouri
- United States
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Hello!
Got Hope?
My hobbies consist of and are not limited to: reading, writing, anything that centers around nature, getting outdoors as often as possible, playing the piano, and having intelligent conversations over coffee.
I work for a local organization called Alternative Opportunities. It's a state based program that works with individuals that have developmental disabilities. It is extremely rewarding to assist people and help improve individuals' quality of life.
One of my foremost passions is the environment. It is very important for each and everyone of us to take care of our environment and ecosystems. Let us not forget, we only have one Earth.
I suppose that this will suffice for now. If anyone knows of a good cause needing volunteers or representatives, feel free to let me know.
Sincerely,
Julie
Profile Information
- Job Title
- Full-time Student/Support Staff for Individuals with Disabilities
- Issues most important to you?
- The Four E's: Education, Equal Rights, the Environment, the Economy
- When did you realize your political views were left of center?
- It was definitely during my freshman year of college. My experiences overseas helped to affirm my democrat beliefs as well.
- What would you like to get out of this social network?
- Support democrats without going public with my views, Discuss politics with like-minded local residents in a private setting, Keep in the loop regarding relevant local events and meetings, To learn about campaign volunteer opportunities
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You can say that again. Ignorance as a strategy has a poor track record on outcomes.
The more things change, the more they are the same.
They have been trying to ban books since before I was in high school. In my day it was Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain and A Brave New World by Adieus Huxley.
Carry on the tradition proudly, You c…
I'm an English major and I'm reading a young adult novel by Chris Crutcher called Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes. Truly, it is appalling that so many individuals and parents want this book banned from schools. As a future teacher, I feel it will be my…
Comment Wall (6 comments)
- At 2:15am on October 30, 2008,
Jason McDonald said… - Hey if you get a chance check out my new music video about obama. thanks! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1IB-r6L_8s
- At 7:50pm on October 29, 2008,
Nick Kyle said… - I,m glad you are sticking around for awhile! I have taught a little bit of everything in the Art Department. I am primarily a painter, but have been into Apple computers for 20 years and set up their first graphics computer lab in the department. I taught design, beginning and advanced drawing, beginning and advanced painting as well as Art Appreciation. I also set up and taught the first online Blackboard Art Appreciation classes and did so until I retired in August.
If you haven't been to an art opening at the Spiva Museum downtown at 3rd and Wall, it's great fun. There is the biggest opening of the year Friday, Nov 7 from 5:30-7:30 pm. It's the annual membership show and will have some great work on display and there is no charge. If you can't make the opening, try to drop by some time from Tues-Sat 10-5 or Sun 1-5.
Thanks!
- At 6:52pm on October 29, 2008,
Drew Whitworth said… - I am still in joplin right now waiting on my assignment. I leave sometime next year. Its a pretty long process though, but will be awesome. Are you going to the watch party tuesday?
- At 4:16pm on October 27, 2008,
Nick Kyle said…
- Having just retired from the Art Department at Southern, I believe that your graduation time table is on schedule with the majority of the students. I hope you stay in this region, we need more young women and men that possess you sensitivity to humankind and the environment. Your photo is great!
- At 11:35am on October 27, 2008,
Drew Whitworth said…
- Where overseas did you go?
- At 6:21pm on October 23, 2008,
Lauren said… - in your introduction you left out the part about you kicking ass
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I'm an English major and I'm reading a young adult novel by Chris Crutcher called Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes. Truly, it is appalling that so many individuals and parents want this book banned from schools. As a future teacher, I feel it will be my duty to bring truth to my students. Frankly, I cannot stand those books that sugarcoat the lives of teenagers. They are not real. Crutcher's work is reality. Fact of life: reality is more bees than butterflies, but when we take it off of our shelves,… Continue
Posted on February 15, 2009 at 12:35pm — 2 Comments
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