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Is There a Democrat in the House? And Could Somebody Get Me a Pair of Scissors?

Posted on October 22, 2010 by rockviv

How appropriate–Weiner’s standing on the far left, Turner’s on the far right! It got downright unruly over there at the Bungalow Bar on Thursday, October 21.  The candidates for U.S. Congress, Weiner and Turner, were invited to speak at a … Continue reading →

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Facades of Democracy–With or Without The Graffiti

Posted on October 9, 2010 by rockviv

     The November election feels close now.  Lawn signs for Republican candidates are proliferating like dandelions all over the west end.  I even saw two bright green Audrey Pheffer campaign signs in the window of Elegante Pizza in Rockaway Beach.  Still … Continue reading →

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Holland Seaside Group Chalks One Up for Light and Air

Posted on September 16, 2010 by rockviv

A close vote at CB 14’s September meeting could spell the end for Frameworks’ proposed 57-unit tower at 93-06 Shorefront Parkway. Continue reading →

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Who’s Your Daily? Who’s Your Party?

Posted on September 14, 2010 by rockviv

It doesn’t matter if your news delivery bag is red, white or blue. Be informed. Vote in your primary today, if you are registered in a party fielding candidates. Continue reading →

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