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Carley Lerner

Carley Lerner

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Carley Lerner is a freelance writer and former editorial intern for Reader's Digest. She is a member of the Class of 2021 at Duke University, where she writes for the school newspaper, The Chronicle.

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12 Declaration of Independence Facts Every American Should Know

Americans learn about the document in school, but there are some lesser-known facts about the Declaration of Independence that are pretty fascinating.
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Is Alexa Really Always Listening?

Ever wonder how much the Alexa sitting in your kitchen really knows about you?
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Why the United States Doesn’t Use the Metric System

Wondering why the United States is one of three countries in the world that doesn't use the metric system? The answer will definitely surprise you.