My Turn

by Debra Mamorsky
Founder and Editor in Chief

Our purpose in life is to discover the champion that exists in each and everyone of us. We are all champions of something, and this distinguishes us from others, and makes us special. Once identified, we learn that anything in life worth having is worth working for. This work gives birth to the purpose of our champion abilities and thoughts.

In light of our discussion of champions, we are taking note of the first national election of the millennium. In this issue, we have devoted considerable space to politics and the candidate-champions who have dedicated their lives to a purpose that is larger than themselves. Let it be known that TeenSpeak Today for the Leaders of Tomorrow does not throw its support behind any one of these candidates. Rather, we cheerlead for each and every one of them who has boldly stepped up to the plate and faced our nation, presenting ideas that are deeply meaningful to each of them. They have been on the media's scrutinizing firing line since they announced their candidacy, ironing out their issues for the American public.

All of the candidates for the office of the President would agree that public service is the most noble of all professions. Clearly, each one of the candidates running for President of the United States is committed to serving us, whether we ascribe to their respective beliefs or not. Based upon our experience in the process of tracking down the candidates, waiting for our opportunity for an interview, we have come to the conclusion, that if you can make it on the campaign trail, you can probably make it anywhere. We have been truly amazed to discover just how physically and mentally punishing it is to get elected to office. As television and newspaper observers of political campaigns we really miss the big picture. Can you imagine how hard it is to meet every handshake-seeker, every issue, every debate, every television and