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  • Alfred Samter, 1922-2003

    Alfred Samter, 1922-2003

    January 31, 2003 By Evelina Alarcon

    Alfred “Al” Samter, long-time activist in the Steelworkers Union, died January 12. He would have been 81 on Jan. 27.

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  • About Schmidt

    About Schmidt

    January 31, 2003

    Movie reviewAbout Schmidt About Schmidt is a sad movie. Schmidt, played by Jack Nicholson, is probably just like you and me. Just like you and me, his story seems ordinary: he works hard his entire life,...

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  • Reviews: New CDs highlight lush Latin grooves

    Reviews: New CDs highlight lush Latin grooves

    January 31, 2003 By Holly Sklar

    Reviews: Rumba Flamenco Most North American music fans know of rumba flamenco through the Gypsy Kings. A fusion of Andalucian flamenco, AfroCuban and salsa rhythms, rumba flamenco is lighter and poppier, as opposed to traditional flamenco...

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  • Rolling the dice on our nations health

    Rolling the dice on our nations health

    January 31, 2003

    Opinion Imagine if the first people infected in a smallpox attack had no health insurance and delayed seeking care for their flu-like symptoms. The odds are high: Pick a number from one to six. Would you...

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  • The race to the bottom in Texas quickens

    The race to the bottom in Texas quickens

    January 31, 2003

    Opinion Since the business lobby took complete control of Texas government, the race to the bottom has quickened here, and at a recent press conference, the Texas Conservative Coalition gave us a look at what the...

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