Friday, May 13, 2005

Better Than Pulling A Double At BK

Parents, are you looking for a chance for your kids to earn a little extra money this summer as well as learn about one of the most pressing political issues of the day? Here's your chance. Tell little Johnny or Jane to sharpen up their pencils and minds to take a crack at this essay contest on Social Security reform sponsored by Americans for Prosperity.

Essays should be between 250 - 750 words. Please address some of these questions:

* Why does Social Security matter to you and your family?

* What will happen if nothing is done to fix Social Security's financial problems?

* What kind of Social Security system would you hope for in the future?

* What would you change about the current Social Security system?

* What is your view of the proper relationship between a citizen and the government? How does Social Security affect this?

Essay Prizes: There will be two divisions in our contest: the Senior Division will be for students in Grade 9 through 12, and the Junior Division for Grades 4 through 8. The following prizes will be awarded: Junior Division (Grade 4-8) Senior Division (Grade 9-12) First Prize: $250 First Prize: $250 Runner-Up: $100 Runner-Up: $100 Third Place: $50 Third Place: $50


Two fitty will buy a lot of rock candy kids.

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