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“In my view, the problem with many conservative Christian parents is that they won't allow their children to have a different worldview from their own, and they don't forgive normal teenage experimentation, which they consider rebellion.”

Quote by Julia Scheeres

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Julia Scheeres (b. 1967) is an American journalist and author known for her investigative reporting and memoir writing. Her 2005 memoir "Jesus Land," which chronicles her childhood experiences at a reform school in the Dominican Republic, received widespread critical acclaim. Scheeres has contributed to major publications including The New York Times and The Washington Post, focusing on marginalized communities and social justice issues. Her work is recognized for its literary quality and powerful social commentary. more

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