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Prose Challenge of the Week #30: It's Independence Day and the aliens have invaded. You have one chance to save the planet by describing to them what Independence means. Share that speech with us. The winner will be chosen based on a number of criteria, this includes: fire, form, and creative edge. Number of reads, bookmarks, and shares will also be taken into consideration. The winner will receive $100. When sharing to Twitter, please use the hashtag #ProseChallenge
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Independence at its Essence

Just as one cannot truly understand the essence of good, without the knowledge of evil, nor the concept of light without that of darkness, independence cannot be understood without one's having comprehended its antithesis.

Independence is not being controlled by others. Independence is not being reliant on others for support. Independence is not feeling low, confined, or trapped.

Independence is autonomy. Independence is the status of one being his or her own distinct entity. Independence can be claimed when one can stand on his or her own feet, and have the ability to freely proclaim who they are.

Independence is our basic need. It is a right that we have fought for since the dawn of time, and we will never desist in our efforts to maintain our independence.  

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