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Submitted by Boca, Sep 2, 2007 08:52

Why do we need this school?

America has done well as the "melting pot" of the world; it stands to reason if you choose to change countries, you agree to change customs as well.

Why do so many people find it necessary to segregate themselves from Americans even while they stand on American soil? What's happening here?


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