National
Budget sideshow jeopardizes families
May 7, 2003Opinion Have they no decency? The United States Senate on April 11 resembled a circus sideshow, practicing the old shell game of now you see it, now you don’t. While on paper they passed a cut...
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An unbalanced budget plan
May 7, 2003Opinion Farmers and ranchers have not enjoyed the same economic growth and prosperity that many other sectors of American society have experienced in the last decade. Nevertheless, the U.S. House of Representatives has approved a plan...
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Tribeca Film Festival Catch them if you can
May 7, 2003Most people won’t have a chance to go to New York City’s Tribeca Film Festival (www.tribecafilmfestival.org) May 3-11 but here are three entries to watch for if you’re lucky enough to live in a town that...
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Remembering Nina Simone
May 7, 2003Nina Simone was known for a few things – her powerful voice, the music she wrote and her dedication to racial equality. Born in North Carolina in 1933, Simone began her musical training early, starting piano...
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Rights for immigrant workers needed now more than ever
May 7, 2003Opinion Thousands of immigrants are planning a May Day mobilization in Washington, D.C., with a clear message: Rights for immigrant workers now! The national day of action on this international workers’ day is being organized by...
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