The New York Times published an article about a young woman in Britain killed by a driver who was text messaging. Further, legislation has been put into motion, making text messaging while driving, illegal. Students share their thoughts about texting and driving:

Do you text while driving? If you do, does it seem to interfere with your driving?

Nicky Deak ’12, New York, N.Y.:

“No, I don’t text while driving, I tried it once and I was really distracted. So yes, it does really interfere with my driving. Actually, I don’t own a car or even have a full license yet.”

Sarah McCann ’12, New Kensington, Pa.:

“Yes, I do, sadly. I’m sure it does interfere with my driving a little, but I try to make sure that it doesn’t. I only do it at red lights or on straight stretches of road.”

Ed Sinnes ’12, Waldorf, Md.:

“I don’t drive much, but when I do, I sure don’t text, I give it to someone else or I leave it alone.”

Ken Noga ’11, Vernon, N.J.:

“I only text when driving when I’m absolutely certain I can handle the situation. So I would say it does not interfere with my driving.”

-Joe Aultman-Moore, Juniata Online Journalist