By Naomi Limann
A prominent memory from 6th grade was my burning desire for a phone.
It seemed like every kid my age had one, connecting them to entertainment and social validation. I constantly argued with my parents about the unfairness of being at a disadvantage in staying connected with my friends and accessing popular media because my parents wouldn’t let me have a phone.
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