Emphasis of sound moral principles.

I am thankful for a challenging learning environment. I had a class assignment which forced me to examine the opposing side of a particular political issue which I hold strong feelings about. I found it to be very challenging, somewhat sickening at times, to even read through the literature provided by the opposing view... it seemed so vile and hollow and detrimental. Despite all of this, I believe my studies in this way have been incredibly valuable. And, if anything, they deepened my previous beliefs on the topic and reinforced my commitment to them. The work of a testimony, in a way.