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Get on the Straight Edge

I've always been curious about the Straight Edge movement. Who are these non-drinking, non-drug taking kids with big black X's on their clothes anyway? This article from Bolt.com takes you inside the Straight Edge scene, examining its origins and its purposes. In boldface type are quotes from actual practitioners of the Straight Edge lifestyle. (Many of them refrain from sexual activity or eating meat in addition to avoiding mind-altering substances.) So what drives a person to walk the straight and narrow? Find out by clicking the URL above.

Wed, 26 Jan 2000 06:13:50 -0800