by Lynette Lipp,
Secretary, Amador Co. Democratic Club

Editor's Note:
Emilee's essay is printed in the opinion section of the Jan. 9, 2008 edition of the Ledger-Dispatch along with this story.

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from left to right, Amador Co. Democratic Club members Lynnette Lipp, Liz McCulloch, Kay Pulskamp, award recipient Emilee Fragapane, club members Sally Trestrail, and John Carlson.
Emilee's essay "In Order to Form More Definitive Protection..." was far superior to any other entries and the prize of $1,000 was awarded to her. Emilee is home-schooled and also was the first prize winner in the 8th Bill of Rights contest in 2006.




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