VOLUME 4, ISSUE 1

ARTICLES
U.S. Secretary Of State Colin Powell, Achieving Peace
Secretary Powell’s “gold standard of personal integrity and moral authority,” drives him to perform at the very best of his ability.

Interview With Colin Powell
The voice of reason outlines his vision for achieving world peace.

Sen. John Kerry Stands Apart
John Kerry and his run for the Presidency in 2004.

Interview With John Kerry
John Kerry outlines his agenda.

EDITORIALS
My Turn
A letter from the TeenSpeak publisher and editor in chief.

A Man To Learn From
TeenSpeak Managing Editor B.J. Schecter contemplates the example of a wise colleague.

Better To Be Safe Than Sorry, Isn't It?
An American of Muslim descent discusses her life after Sept. 11, 2001.

It's 'Essential' That We Stand Up For Our Beliefs
Attacking Iraq is something that must be done not only for the U.S., but for Iraq and the people of the world.

LIFESTYLES
Can A Beauty Contest Save The World?
Beauty Pageants are not just a parade of beauties. Contestants tackle some tough issues.

FEATURES
CSI Aims To Educate And Entertain
The Number One show in America is a crime drama that highlights the use of forensic science. "The show is a bigger Frankenstein than anybody expected," explains Executive Producer Anthony Zuicker.

Teens Are Talking
Your opinions on war and peace, and preventing terrorism.

Reflections From China
The tensions between Eastern and Western culture and values are being felt in places like China, where Clare Luo reports teenagers are tempted by outside influences while holding fast to their eastern roots.

ISSUES
Diplomacy Needs A Voice For Religion
Experts Rajmohan Gandhi, grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, and Douglas Johnston discuss our next steps.

Interview With Rajmohan Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi's grandson discusses his memories of his grandfather, and his own views.

Halberstam Sees The Risks In War
Pullitzer-Prize-winning Journalist David Halberstam looks at the risks of war with IIraq.

If It's War, It's Not Just For The Oil
The threat of weapons of mass destruction outweigh the need for oil in the United State's conflict with Iraq. (Vol. 4, Issue 1)

Are We Ready To Fight The Good Fight
When Pearl Harbor was bombed young people we itching to fight. When the World Trade Center was attacked, U.S. leaders encouraged people to go shopping. Big difference.

MUSIC
"From The Top" On Its Way To The Top

Some teens aspire to be stars of a different kind.

Sherry Kondor Inherits Her Mom's Ideals
Carole King's daughter carries on the tradition in music and social concerns.

SPORTS
Rachel Sanford: A Marked Woman

All American lacrosse player Rachel Sanford seems like an ordinary kid, but wait until she gets on the field.