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I chose this photo because i love animals and i like seeing anyone who chooses to help them.   I liked how the man was holding the koalas hand and was able to get both of their bodies in the picture. I think this picture made the top 40 because it shows the bond that forms when a disaster strikes. 

Aaron Thompson
I chose this photo because it touched me how sad the boy looked and how he was tying to hold back tears and be a big boy for his father. The photographer was able to get him with that expression on his face, which is how it makes the photo so important.  I think this picture made the top because its monumental by showing how this happens and the expression on the boys face and being strong for his father, and honoring him. 

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I chose this photo because it meant a lot and showed the crossing of the racial line in the Olympics. I'm really big on racial stuff and i believe everyone is the same, so when i see things like this i like it, even though racial prejudice still goes on today. The photographer was able to get their whole bodies, but the picture is a little blurry, which i like.  This made the top 40 because it symbolizes bravery and friendship and crossing the prejudice line.