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Anthem Essay Contest

For 8th, 9th and 10th Graders

Entry Deadline: March 20, 2010

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The Fountainhead Essay Contest

For 11th and 12th Graders

Deadline: April 26, 2010

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Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

For 12th Graders and College/University Students

Deadline: September 17, 2010

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New Contest: How Has Reading Ayn Rand's Novels Affected You?

For Former Participants of ARI Essay Contests

Deadline: May 14, 2010

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