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27493
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In two months, NC citizens will vote between Harvey Gantt and Jesse Helms for US Senate. 72 people from the areas which had the highest number of undecided voters were polled. Most of these voters want a senator who is strong on environmental and educational issues. Gantt is that candidate, but based on responses, his message is not reaching those voters.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 8 Issue 38, September 19-25 1990,
p8-11
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28420
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12 Legislators discuss a bill that would prohibit the teaching or discussion of information that promotes sexual practices that are not lawful in North Carolina. All 12 support the bill and were asked whether they committed a felony under the bill they currently support. When asked, most became angry and said sex was a private matter. The bill would make sex and sex education a public issue.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 12 Issue 10, March 1993,
p9
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27790
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The impact Bob Sheldon and Internationalist Books and Community Center have had on the community in Chapel Hill is explored. A former manager of the bookstore describes its place and importance in the community. Sheldon founded the store as a place for political activism and radical literature from authors whose works push the boundaries of political and cultural understanding. The center serves as a meeting place and place where ideas are exchanged, events organized, and relationships formed.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 28 Issue 8, February 2011,
p7, 11
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43658
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In this article the author is discussing the perspective of Tom Wenger, 72-year-old soccer player, of how Durham has very few soccer fields compared to their large population. This perspective can be heard from other resident soccer players from local and national teams. The argument is that Durham should double the amount of soccer fields so that a larger portion of the population will have a field to play on. Right now there are nine fields to play on but some believe that that number should be twenty-three fields.
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28146
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John Verdejo is delegate who is representing North Carolina's 13th Congressional District at the Democratic National Convention. Verdejo speaks about his background and why he is excited about Barack Obama’s potential presidency. Verdejo is a Latino who represents an emerging generation of political activists who grew up under Presidents Reagan and Bush Sr. and witnessed cuts in domestic programs and widening economic disparities. Verdejo also takes to heart the community-empowerment message at the root of Obama's success and Verdejo represents many who are excited by Obama’s campaign.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 36, September 2008,
p5-11
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43523
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In this article the author is discussing the accomplishments of Mary Fisher Harris DeVane towards the African American community in New Bern. Mary was considered to have many different jobs in the community such as owning a beauty school, beauty salons, a taxi service, and did brokerage for sleep-in-maids and mid-wives. As a young African American Mary had to deal with Jim Crow laws, segregation, and having constitutional rights taken from her. Regardless Mary was considered to be a very intelligent and passionate woman. Mary strived to help empower and rise up her African American community.
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28454
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The 1994 Dubious Achievement Awards are given to local politicians. The awards are given to those state politicians who did not represent truth, justice, or the American Way during 1994. Sherill Morgan, Susan Renfer, David Funderburk, Richard Moore, John Carrington, David Miner, Thurston Debnam, Bobby Ray Hall, Frances Cummings, Chuck Neely, Richard Hammer, Sam Ellis, Arlene Pulley, George Daniel, Charles Beasley, George Hutchinson, and Walter Jones, Jr. all won awards.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 12 Issue 45, November 1994,
p9
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43413
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In this article the author is discussing the reaction of Randi Harrison when they learned the history of the neighborhood they were moving into. The Uneven Ground project helps to show how white privilege has changed Durham in the past and presently. The Uneven Ground projects are photographs that try and show how minorities groups resided in these areas but they were influenced by “white privilege.”
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43380
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In this article the author discusses the connection and blame being tied with Donald Trump during the Charlottesville incident. The author states that Trump did not murder Heather Heyer because she was ran over by a new-Nazi named James Fields Jr. This article highlights Trumps blame for sparking this fire through supporting racists, the KKK, and white supremacists. One big factor the article discusses is Trump allowing individuals from these groups to be a part of his team in the White House.
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27453
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Bo Thomas a wealthy fruit-and-vegetable distributor and state legislator from Hendersonville, NC is attempting to become the Democratic Party’s nomination for US Senate. If he is chosen in the primary, Thomas will run against US Senator Jesse Helms for the NC seat. Thomas is an experienced lawmaker unafraid to make bold statements. His comments and attacks on opponents will either help him win support or stop his campaign before it starts. Thomas and his work as a politician and progressive Democrat focused on environmental protection and social issues are profiled.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 8 Issue 17, April 26 - May 2 1990,
p7, 11
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28606
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North Carolina’s constitution gives state lawmakers authority over the University of North Carolina System, but its governing board has traditionally rejected politics. The board rejecting politics may longer be normal as ties between state lawmakers and the Board of Governors have strengthened. The recent actions of the Board of Governors and their political ties and influences are examined.
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27440
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Former Charlotte mayor Harvey Gantt is looking to become the first African-American politician to be nominated by the Democratic Party for the upcoming US Senate race against Jesse Helms. Gantt was the first black student to attend Clemson University and formed the first integrated architectural firm in Charlotte. Gantt is a strong advocate for health care, environmental issues, and education. If he beats Helms, Gantt would be the only black senator currently serving in the United States.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 8 Issue 8, Feb. 22-28 1990,
p7-10
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28284
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John Edwards is competing for the democratic nomination for president. Edwards’ message is strong, but his campaign seems to be stuck. One of Edwards’ main campaign themes has been anti-poverty, but he has been called a hypocrite for his massive 28,000-square-foot house near Chapel Hill. While many like Edwards, critics point out that his lack of political insight may be costing him. Edwards’ struggles and his chances of winning are discussed.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 24 Issue 29, July 2007,
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27434
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North Carolina political commentator and author Paul Luebke discusses why U.S. Senator Jesse Helms has remained popular and what it will take to beat him in the upcoming election. Luebke believes the idea of N.C. as a progressive state is a myth as seen by the multiple re-elections of Helm. The state is progressive industrially, but not socially. Helms is a traditionalist whose policies do not serve the needs of most of the citizens. If Democrats can find a forceful candidate to challenge Helms on health care, the environment, and education, they have a chance of unseating Helms.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 8 Issue 2, Jan. 11-17 1991,
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27802
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House Bill 129 was passed by the Senate recently and it prevents local governments from creating their own broadband services by making it financially impossible. Local governments cannot not use tax dollars to build their own systems , would have to pay the state if they decided to try to create their own service, and hold referendums before attempting to create a service. Watchdog groups question the influence of telecommunications companies’ campaign donations on lawmakers who proposed the bill.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 28 Issue 18, May 2011,
p9-10
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