I basically said "I'm applying to medical school. Would you be comfortable writing a strong positive letter of recommendation for me?" I asked everyone, no matter what grade I got in their class, and observed their reactions. From about 15 professors, I narrowed it down to the 4 that ended up having an hour long conversation with me after asking that question. Trust me, you'll know if they're going to do it or not.
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I write messages on money.
It's my own form of social protest.
A letter printed on paper that no one will destroy.
Passed indiscriminately across race, class, and gender lines, and written on the blood that keeps the beast alive.
A quiet little hijacking on the way to the checkout counter, and a federal crime.
I hope that someone will find my message one day when they really need it.
YOU ARE NOT A SLAVE.