People are at work to provide gang alternatives such as after-school programs, encouraging participation in school activities and outreach work by social service and faith segments in the community.
Michele Uzendoski is an alternate delegate to the Democratic National Convention in Denver from the 3rd District. She will be sending occasional dispatches to The Telegram from the convention.
Barack Obama will be running as the first-ever major party black candidate. Do you think race will play a role in the election? Why or why not?