By Trevor Savage — 11/02/10
Voters arrived at a Quincy Elementary school as early as 6am this morning, eager to cast their ballots. Hometown hero Tim Cahill was a popular topic for Quincy Voters.
Category: Politics
President Obama Visits Boston On The Campaign Trail
By Laura Roberts — 10/16/2010
Democrats have been worrying about an enthusiasm gap. But President Barack Obama wants to change that. Mr. Obama came to town Saturday to rally for Governor Deval Patrick and to get the Bay State “fired up and ready to go.”
NAACP Leader Wants To Focus On Education And Jobs
By Mumbi-Michelle Kimani — 10/02/10
NAACP President Benjamin Jealous had a great impact on the crowd around the Lincoln Memorial at the One Nation march.
One Teacher’s Thoughts About Health Care
By Meaghan Corson — 10/02/10
Tom Bennett is a teacher from Staten Island, New York. He had a lot to say about education reform, but he also shared his concerns about the nation’s health care.
Youth Rally Presents Many Concerns
By Meaghan Corson — 10/02/10
Hundreds joined together at the One Nation’s youth rally. The younger crowd is interested in the same issues as much any other age group. Equal rights, education, and jobs were their main concerns.
Anti-War Protestors Demand Peace And Mental Health Care for Troops
By Mumbi-Michelle Kimani — 10/02/10
A massive group of anti-war advocates and veterans came to the nation’s capital today to demand an end to the war effort. They are outraged with the trillions of dollars going towards the military budget.
Teachers Say They Cannot Do Their Jobs
By Mumbi-Michelle Kimani — 10/02/10
Teachers, students and education specialists gathered today for the One Nation rally in Washington D.C. They are blaming a lack of resources are keeping public schools from improving. So they are demanding more help especially with funding.
Young Undocumented Immigrant Rallies for American Dream
By Anaridis Rodriguez — 10/02/10
Erika Andiola was one of the many undocumented immigrants making her voice heard around the nation’s capitol this morning. Andiola is a Mexican immigrant who came to the United States when she was 11 years old. She is now a grown woman with a degree in psychology from Arizona State. Andiola speaks perfect English but has yet to fulfill her American dream.
What Is Coming Next For The One Nation Supporters
By Meaghan Corson — 10/02/10
Change and awareness are the takeaway words from today’s One Nation march event.
Buses Had To Contend With Bad Weather for One Nation
By Meaghan Corson — 10/02/10
Hundreds of buses carried demonstrators into Washington, D.C. today from across the country. Most of the travelers had endured hours upon hours on those buses to be here and voice their concerns.