Should Cell Phones Be Banned Nation Wide?

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Banning Cell Phones While Driving

There are many different reasons why cell phones should be banned nation wide. Cell phones cause many accidents while talking ,and driving. It don’t only cause danger to you but also the loved ones who are In the vehicle with you.

One reason why they should be banned nation wide is because it’s a danger to everyone. There have been several accidents caused by talking and driving. People get distracted easily will talking on there phone while concentrating on the road.

A second reason why cell phones should be banned nation wide is because of texting. Texting cause just as many accidents while driving. When your texting and driving your constantly looking down at your phone witch means your

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