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28153
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One of President Barack Obama’c campaign advisors John Verdejo describes his reaction to Obama’s victory in 2008 presidential election. Verdejo was one of North Carolina’s three whips at the Democratic National Convention. Verdejo describes how Obama is a role model for young people and how he gives everyone hope, especially African-Americans.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 45, November 2008,
p5
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28154
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The US Department of Justice sent undercover observers to monitor the polls in Alamance County. Some have speculated that observers were sent after an illegal immigrant in Alamance County was arrested for forging documents obtained through a potential leak by health care officials. Several politicians in the county also ran on anti-immigrant platforms who have raised the question of illegal voting. Observers were present to make sure there were no problems at the polls and the Voting Rights Act was observed.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 45, November 2008,
p12
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28155
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A new art installation by Jaume Plensa is under construction for the DPAC Plaza. The installation will shoot light into the sky and display lines from William Shakespeare’s play Macbeth. Some area residents question whether this really represents Durham or whether the art installation is about trying to compete with Raleigh who rejected an installation by the same artist. Others point out that the work is not as unique as it could be.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 45, November 2008,
p29
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28156
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A photojournal provides photos with captions of individuals and families who have experienced homelessness in Durham. Each caption tells a brief story describing the individuals and their housing situations. Selma Johnson, Cliff Sexton, Michael Kelly, Versal Mason, Alex Barcenas, Mike Byrd, Scott “Country” Brandt and Cynthia Edwards are profiled.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 45, November 2008,
p35
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28157
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Several Triangle area residents are preparing for life without cheap gasoline and the conveniences that come with it. Stephen and Rebekah Hren founded NC Powerdown. The group meets to discuss the transition to a post-oil economy and to promote the sharing of resources within the community. Lyle Estill is the president of Piedmont Biofuels which produces biodiesel. Earthaven Ecovillage in Black Mountain, NC is a one of the largest of its kind in America and it is a model for an alternative life off and away from America’s consumer society.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 46, November 2008,
p12-15
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28158
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Some are wondering who is responsible for the problems surrounding the construction of the Durham Performing Arts Center. The city owes millions on the project and the cost of the project has gone beyond its initial projections. The center’s oversight committee will not have much power to monitor the operating agreement the center has with its promoter and booking company. Also, many of the employees who will work in the center will not be able to make a living wage working there.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 47, November 2008,
p14-15
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28170
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The business plan of Durham’s Performing Arts Center is detailed as the venue prepares to open. Some question whether Durham can support such a center with the cost of the Broadway shows, comedians, and concert acts the center is booking. Others believe the center will have no problem making money off events even as it competes with Raleigh. Specific statistics are provided for how much money per event the center must make to turn a profit and how the center will book touring acts.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 47, November 2008,
p16
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28171
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The new Durham Performing Arts Center advertises that it has a state of the art sound system. However, an investigation has revealed that the center sacrificed sound quality to meet its budget. This may cause acts to rent additional speakers which would place a financial burden on the touring performer. Some were wondering how the center was built so cheaply, and sacrificing sound quality may be one way the city was able to do so.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 47, November 2008,
p17
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28175
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As the state Supreme Court is hearing arguments on death penalty legislation, an opportunity has arrived for the new governor and legislature to review the law. Governor Perdue supports the current moratorium on capital punishment and juries have sent fewer criminals to death row over the past two years. The current issue over the law is whether a doctor needs to be present during the execution.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 48, November 2008,
p5-7
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28176
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Halfway through Raleigh’s 10-year plan to end homelessness, little has been done to solve the problem. The various agencies in the city who help the homeless say the problem is the lack of affordable housing, but little has been done to solve the housing issue. Joe Donovan, Gary Smith, and Dan Schooley have their stories of homelessness described, their inability to find jobs, and how they live without a permanent home.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 48, November 2008,
p8
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28177
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Karen Rindge is the winner of a 2008 Indy Citizen Award for positively impacting her community. Rindge is chairperson for WakeUp Wake County which advocates for smart growth, mass transit, and resource conservation. Rindge’s group focuses on improving city planning which will improve the Wake County’s resources and future.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 48, November 2008,
p14
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28178
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The Granville Nonviolent Action Team (GNAT) is the winner of a 2008 Indy Citizen Award for positively impacting their local community. GNAT has been successful at revealing the public safety, environmental, and financial risks that come with building a federal disease research lab in Granville County. Construction of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility is supported by the US Department for Homeland Security, the NC Consortium, and many high-ranking local, state, and federal officials. So far, the group has been able to prevent the construction of the facility.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 48, November 2008,
p15
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28179
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Amanda Arrington is the winner of a 2008 Indy Citizen Award for positively impacting her community. Arrington is the director of the Coalition to Unchain Dogs to free dogs from their tethers by building fences around their yards. The group builds fences for pet owners who can’t afford them if the owners first agree to get their dog spayed or neutered.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 48, November 2008,
p17
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28180
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Gary Kueber is the winner of a 2008 Indy Citizen Award for positively impacting his community. Kueber operates a blog which helps get support from Durham residents to protect and preserve historic properties from destruction. Kueber tells the history of each property and its residents through archival photographs, biographies, and maps. Kueber created the blog as a way to influence city planning and preserve Durham’s history.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 48, November 2008,
p18
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28181
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Reggie Edwards is the winner of a 2008 Indy Citizen Award for positively impacting her community. Edwards helps empower women with their health, relationship, and financial issues through her nonprofit, The Encouraging Place. The nonprofit group runs a variety of programs, meetings, and camps in the Triangle area to provide fellowship and a safe space to talk. The nonprofit often targets women in tough circumstances, women living homeless shelters, women coming out of prison, or living with HIV or AIDS.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 48, November 2008,
p19
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