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January 25, 2008
| Super Tuesday excites voters |
Record turnout throughout California
Voters turned out for Super Tuesday in record numbers. Some polling places in California ran out of ballots and photocopies had to be used.
The political process is exciting voters of all ages, but especially the younger ones. Larry Gerston, professor and political analyst, told the San Jose Rotary Club that this election will be “the best one in his lifetime.”
Gerston also offered that voters will be energized if they have a reason and complex issues give them reason now. He noted that money doesn’t always win. That became evident after Mitt Romney dropped out Wednesday after spending $35 million of his money.
“The Internet has changed the political process,” Gerston stated, pointing out that Obama has more Read more...
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| Scouts will compete in Pinewood Derby
“Gentlemen, start your engines” may not alert these young racers for several years, but the Pinewood Derby is exciting competition for Cub Scouts.
Up to two thousand Cub Scouts are expected to fill the center of Eastridge Mall to rival each other with their miniature cars. The Coyote Creek District provides the scout with a block of pinewood, four plastic wheels and four nails. The Scout has to use all nine pieces to build the car, and it must conform to weight and length limits. The creative spirit with carving and decorations adds individuality to the racers. The cars are powered by gravity as they come down the tracks to the finish line. Read
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