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for "Geary, Bob"
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28005
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Filmmaker and journalist Cash Michaels, wrote, directed, and produced Obama in NC: The Path to History. Michael’s documentary is about North Carolina’s racial issues from Reconstruction through the election of Barack Obama. Michaels shares his thoughts on the anti-diversity stance by the Wake County Schools Board of Education, President Obama, and issues of race in North Carolina.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 27 Issue 34, August 2010,
p16-19
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28008
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The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) is guilty of shoddy practices. The SBI was recently audited and the audit found that the SBI misrepresented evidence in at least 230 cases involving blood evidence over 16 years from 1987 to 2003. Several area professors of law discuss claims that racial bias is also a factor in investigations and the misrepresentation of evidence. Critics argue that these findings are more reasons why citizens should oppose the death penalty and the governor should halt the practice until a more thorough investigation of the SBI can take place.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 27 Issue 35, September 2010,
pOnline
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28033
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Currently, Democrats are not serving the working people, the poor, and spreading their ideals like they used to. Democrats lack the passion and vision when compared to their Republican opponents. Because of this, Democrats in North Carolina are struggling to get elected and Republican ideals and policies dominant in the state. The essay looks at how Democrats have lost their way and calls for a new type of progressivism to rise up.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 27 Issue 42, October 2010,
p20-23
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28045
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Amber Smith is the winner of a 2010 Indy Citizen Award for her positive contribution to society in the Triangle area. Amber Smith is the founder of ME3 which matches people with volunteering opportunities. ME3 also fosters the spirit of volunteerism in high school, offering a Community Leadership and Service course. The course helps students work on projects which benefit their local communities.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 27 Issue 47, November 2010,
p19
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28048
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North Carolina was once a leader in mental health, but after years of reforms the state no longer is. Because of this, the historic Dorothea Dix Hospital in Raleigh has stopped accepting patients. Established in 1848, the hospital served up to as many as 3,000 patients at a time with two or three times as many workers. Mental health funding in the state has received major cuts over the years and it is cheaper to send patients to other facilities.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 27 Issue 49, December 2010,
p5, 8
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28050
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Following the death of Elizabeth Edwards, her legacy is praised. Edwards represented all Americans and remembered for her “greatness.” Edwards cared deeply about helping others and her ability to fight in the middle of tragedy and adversity are praised. Major moments in her life are highlighted and her reaction to those moments and actions after are remembered.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 27 Issue 50, December 2010,
p15-20
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28054
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Urban planner Dan Douglas has a vision to stimulate Raleigh’s development that is based on designs from major European cities. Douglas’ plan would see various groups in Raleigh donate 120 acres of vacant or underutilized land to Capital City Partners. The group would then take the land and hold an international plan to produce the best possible masterplan for downtown development. This could include new public squares, transit stations, high-tech businesses, high-density, affordable housing, and arts and cultural hubs. The number of jobs downtown could double and the number of people living downtown could increase by 10 times the current amount.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 26 Issue 40, October 2009,
p17-19
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28057
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Former Governor Mike Easley is being investigated for potentially violating campaign finance laws. The accusation is that Easley used campaign money to pay for repairs on a house he owned while governor. The costs were billed as travel and the violation was confirmed by a friend who did the repairs for Easley. Details of the case and potential sentences are covered.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 26 Issue 43, October 2009,
p9-10
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28058
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A hearing last week revealed some of the corruption in North Carolina’s politics and within former Governor Mike Easley’s campaigns. The State Board of Elections fined Easley 100,000 for failing to report contributions and made a criminal referral to Wake County District Attorney for Easley’s false billing of campaign funds. Corruption and the influence of wealthy private citizens on politics in North Carolina are revealed in-depth. Easley’s campaign contributions are also the subject of a FBI investigation.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 26 Issue 44, November 2009,
p5-8
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28063
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For 50 years, Alcoa has controlled parts of the Yadkin River building dams to power its smelting plant in Stanly County. Now, Governor Perdue and concerned citizens are trying to take control of the river back from the company since the plant is closed. Alcoa wants to renew its operating license. Critics of Alcoa say the company has polluted the river, doing nothing to address water quality or the economic or recreational needs of the region. Details of how the state is fighting Alcoa, including filing complaints with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission against the company and a bill to create they Yadkin River Trust Authority to assume Alcoa’s license. Alcoa’s dams are worth billions of dollars and the company is fighting the measures.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 26 Issue 46, November 2009,
p16-19
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28064
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Chase Foster is the winner of a 2009 Indy Citizen Award for improving his community. The Raleigh resident uses theater and political satire to convince his audience to support progressive causes. Foster is currently advocating for health care reform through his Billionaires for Wealth Care sketch. The sketch and his group have been featured on national tv as they make fun of billionaires afraid of losing their wealth through taxes to support health care reform.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 26 Issue 47, November 2009,
p15
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12.Edwards vs. Obama: Up with History by Geary, Bob Independent Weekly Vol. 25 Issue 2, January 2008
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28088
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John Edward’s populist message has influenced the Democratic race for the presidential nomination. Edwards focus on ideas and the progressivism of the Democrat race are products of Edward’s early campaign. Edward’s darker view of the future of America is contrasted with Barrack Obama’s more optimistic view. The difference between the styles and messages of two candidates are detailed and further examples provided from the current race.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 2, January 2008,
p5
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28092
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The Special Transit Advisory Commission discussed their vision for commuter rail and enhanced bus service in the Triangle area. The group discussed the three corridors they though should be used for the 2020 plan. The group also discussed how they would raise money for the plan through an increase in the sales tax, some support from property taxes, and some support from the state. Additional topics discussed by the group are detailed.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 3, January 2008,
p7
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28105
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Members from the Muslim American Society (MAS) of Raleigh recently met with Homeland Security, FBI, SBI, NC Highway Patrol, and other law enforcement officers. The meeting was a way for Muslims in the Triangle area to voice community concerns and grievances. This allowed the group a chance to speak out in a safe setting although a large part of the community is afraid to do so. The community expressed concerns about profiling, citizenship, political concerns.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 5, January 2008,
p5-7
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28108
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Raleigh is working hard to develop a plan during this current water crisis. The city council ignored recommendations for a tiered-rate system advised by a task force after droughts in 2002 and 2005. Now, city council members are promising to look at serious conservation policies including a tiered-rate system. The problems with that system and possible solutions to the problem in Raleigh are detailed.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 5, January 2008,
p18
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