Record #:

23256

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Geary examines the pros and cons of charter schools, a topic brought about with the prospect of a new charter school, PAVE Southeast Raleigh, in its planning stage.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 8, March 2015, p8 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Charter schools--Raleigh

Record #:

23262

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Geary examines the global and worrisome trend of the rich getting richer and the poor getting poorer.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 1, January 2015, p13 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Economics

Record #:

23265

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Geary argues that the Tea Party is similar to the KKK because both seek to protect their way of life from liberal forces.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 1, January 2015, p5 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Ku Klux Klan

Record #:

23270

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

After Islamic radicals shot 17 people in France, Duke extended an invite to Muslim students to broadcast their call to prayer. The university later rescinded its invitation.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 1, January 2015, p12-13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Duke University

Record #:

23275

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Mercedes-Benz almost bought a prime location in Raleigh but the state decided to use the location as a public park instead.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 2, January 2015, p11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Raleigh--Buildings, structures, etc.

Record #:

23587

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Geary discusses the history of Hamilton Colored School, a historically black school built with funds from Julius Rosenwald (1862-1932). The school offered grades 1 through 12, a rare opportunity for African American children in the early 1900s.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 25, June 2015, p12 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Rosenwald, Julius, 1862-1932; Rosenwald Schools

Record #:

23592

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

A fast-track bill called the Trade Promotion Authority came to the House floor. If the bill is passed, it would create special interest legislation for elites, ultimately protecting corporations from national regulation.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 24, June 2015, p10 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Bill drafting

Record #:

23845

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

The Moral Majority of the late twentieth century held to the conservative principles of pro-family values, pro-life, and pro-American. However, with the Charleston tragedy, Supreme Court decisions, and Pope Francis' encyclical during the month of June 2015, a new Moral Majority is emerging--liberalism.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 26, July 2015, p13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Conservatism--United States--History--20th Century; Liberalism

Record #:

23879

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Republicans in North Carolina have made numerous attempts to impede certain groups from voting. Their latest effort is House Bill 589, which would require a driver's license or photo ID to vote.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 27, July 2015, p11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Voting

Record #:

23883

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

By the start of the fiscal year, July 1, 2015, Republicans in General Assembly have yet to pass a state budget for North Carolina. North Carolina locals fear that budget talks will be postponed and come too late for state schools to be able budget appropriately.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 28, July 2015, p12 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina. General Assembly--Budget

Record #:

23950

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Aldona Wos left in August as the secretary of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Those who oppose the secretary were happy she left and argued she hurt rather than helped Medicaid for North Carolinians.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 31, August 2015, p11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Medicaid; North Carolina. Dept. of Health and Human Services--Secretary; North Carolina. Dept. of Health and Human Services

Record #:

23960

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Anti-death penalty crusader Steve Dear stepped down from his position as Executive Director of People of Faith Against the Death Penalty, an organization in the Triangle that fights for social justice.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 29, July 2015, p10 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Death penalty

Record #:

23965

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Governor McCrory comes under fire as critics argue he does not understand the importance of Medicaid or Medicaid budget expansion.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 30, August 2015, p11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Medicaid; Governors; McCrory, Patrick Lloyd, 1956-

Record #:

23973

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

Geary reflects on the Columbia, South Carolina rally for Bernie Sanders, one of the 2016 Presidential candidates. The author discusses Bernie's accomplishments and status in the running.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 34, August 2015, p11 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Presidential candidates

Record #:

24121

Author(s):

Geary, Bob

Abstract:

The average age of Raleigh City Council Members is 58, but in the fall 2015 election, there are young challengers. These men and women aspire to improve the transit system and Raleigh's growth patterns, among other things.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 37, September 2015, p7-8, 10, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Raleigh--Politics and government; Wake County--Politics and government; Elections--Wake County