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Is everything OK, or is it all just going to hell in a handbasket?

Join other teens in forums and message boards to find out what they're thinking, and doing, about the state of the world.

Elsewhere on the Web, find out how to separate the real deal from the hype that's usually spinning from national and local governments.

Better yet, learn how to get involved — with information on legislation coming down the pike that touches your life in one way or another including more information on what you can really do about it...

Scoop08 - The first national U.S. online student newspaper premiered in November 2007, with an eye on getting more teens involved in the politics of change. Check out in-depth and innovative coverage of the 2008 presidential election, with a promise of more beyond.

The Freechild Project - Stand up and be counted in one of the biggest grass roots political movement for kids and teens on the Web.

Teen Power Politics - Like it says, "Make yourself heard, or sit on your butt."

Young Politicians of America - If you're serious about making politics a career, haul it over to this site to learn more about job and internships, what other teens are doing right now plus more on the message board for rants and serious debates on the issues...

Rock the Vote - In-your-face news about White House plans that directly impact teens and young adults.

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart - American news and politics get skewered with surgical precision. RealAudio and RealVideo required to view outtakes from the popular Comedy Central "fake" TV news show.

Resources for Teens on Iraq, War and Violence - Links to news, pro-war and anti-war editorials, and suggested books on recent history of terrorism and Iraq, from Fresno County Public Library.

Natural Resources Defense Council - On the front lines in the fight against global warming and the destruction of forests and protected natural resources, and the protection of whales and the oceans they live in, and more...with membership application and what else you can do to help.

PETA - The online home to People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals with facts, info and examples of how people are joining in the fight for animal rights.

also see -> Teen Volunteers

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