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Traces the lives and times of the Obamas' ancestors, including early American colonists from Europe, African villagers, and South Carolina slaves....
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Takes readers back to Michelle's childhood and formative years, and follows her steps and choices along her way to becoming the first lady of the United States of America....
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Unlike many young people who grew up on the hard streets of Compton, California, Andre Young was drawn to music, not gang life. As a teenager, his services as a DJ were much in demand. After taking the name Dr. Dre, he joined the rap group N.W.A., which made hip-hop history when it released the controversial album "Straight Outta Compton" in 1989.After leaving N.W.A., Dre built a career as a solo artist by releasing such top-selling albums as "The Chronic" and "Dr. Dre 2001". But Dre's true passion was producing quality hip-hop albums for others. With a keen eye for talent and an ear for cutting-edge sounds, Dre is responsible for molding the careers of such top rap stars as Eminem, Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, and The Game....
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Shares the stories of those most affected, including everyday people and celebrities, men and women, young and old, black and white, in America and around the world....
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Venus and Serena Williams grew up in Compton, California, where they sometimes heard gunfire as they learned how to play tennis at a local playground. As teenagers, they grew into athletic women whose powerful serves often overwhelmed their opponents. In time, each sister would climb to the top rankings of international women's tennis. They have also maintained interests off the court: Venus has become a successful interior designer, while Serena has taken several acting roles and also designs women's fashions. But there have been some dark days for the two sisters, as well. Both have had to endure nagging injuries that have sidelined them for months. They also experienced the tragedy of a sister murdered on the streets of Compton. Venus and Serena have stayed competitive, however, and each sister is committed to remaining among the best players on the women's tennis tour for many more years....
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A story of a man of humble beginnings, the son of a white mother from Kansas and a black father from Kenya, Africa, and the extraordinary journey he took on his way to the presidency....
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After leading his high school team to three state basketball championships, LeBron entered the NBA draft and was selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2003. Their decision paid off immediately, as LeBron won Rookie of the Year honors. Since then, he has turned the once-woeful Cavaliers into a basketball power, leading them to the NBA Finals in 2007....
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Takes readers back to Michelle's childhood and formative years, and follows her steps and choices along her way to becoming the first lady of the United States of America....
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In Russia, as in other parts of Europe, people began leaving their homeland for North America during the 19th century. Some left because they wanted to build a better life for themselves and their families. Others were forced to leave because of the harsh policies of Russia's czarist rulers. After Russia's last czar was overthrown and a Communist government came into power and set up the Soviet Union in the early decades of the 20th century, large numbers of upper- and middle-class Russians fled the country. For many years during the Cold War, the Soviet government refused to permit immigration to the United States. With the collapse of the Soviet Union, however, Russians again began coming to America in significant numbers. Russian immigrants have added their unique culture, language, and experiences to the American way of life....
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In Russia, as in other parts of Europe, people began leaving their homeland for North America during the 19th century. Some left because they wanted to build a better life for themselves and their families. Others were forced to leave because of the harsh policies of Russia's czarist rulers. After Russia's last czar was overthrown and a Communist government came into power and set up the Soviet Union in the early decades of the 20th century, large numbers of upper- and middle-class Russians fled the country. For many years during the Cold War, the Soviet government refused to permit immigration to the United States. With the collapse of the Soviet Union, however, Russians again began coming to America in significant numbers. Russian immigrants have added their unique culture, language, and experiences to the American way of life....
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Using data from the Gallup Youth Survey and other sources, examines the issue of teenage suicide....
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As a young boy in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Derek Jeter knew that his life ambition was to play shortstop for the New York Yankees. That dream was realized in 1996 when Jeter opened the season as the starting shortstop for the Yankees. Since then, Jeter has become one of baseball's steadiest players. He is a consistent .300 hitter, and his fielding has earned him three Gold Gloves. The Yankees appreciate Jeter's value, rewarding him in 2001 with a 10-year, $189 million contract. Yankees owner George Steinbrenner has also recognized Jeter's leadership abilities by making him only the eleventh captain in the long history of the team. As a national celebrity, Jeter has made headlines by dating some of the entertainment world's most beautiful stars, including singer Mariah Carey; actresses Scarlett Johansson, Jordana Brewster, Gabrielle Union, Jessica Alba, and Jessica Biel; and former Miss Universe Lara Dutta....
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Shares the stories of those most affected, including everyday people and celebrities, men and women, young and old, black and white, in America and around the world....
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A story of a man of humble beginnings, the son of a white mother from Kansas and a black father from Kenya, Africa, and the extraordinary journey he took on his way to the presidency....
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Born amid poverty and crime on the hard streets of South Jamaica in New York City, Curtis James Jackson III started dealing drugs by the age of 11. He was arrested twice and saw little in his future but violence and prison. To forge a better life, he turned to rap. Under the guidance of MC Jam Master Jay, Jackson soon became a rising star in the world of hip-hop.Taking the name 50 Cent, his work came to the attention of rap superstars Eminem and Dr. Dre, who signed him to a $1 million recording contract. Now 50 Cent's albums sell in the millions. He has signed endorsement deals and branched off into Hollywood acting. Considered one of the few true gangstas in rap, his real experiences are reflected in the music he produces. This authenticity makes him one of the most recognizable stars of hip-hop in the world....
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A tiny country roughly the size of Indiana, Jordan has enjoyed a stable government throughout its 80-year history and has been a significant force in a tumultuous part of the world. Led by Hussein ibn Tallal for more than 40 years, the country built a strong economy, expanded personal freedoms, and assumed a key role in Middle Eastern affairs. Jordan is home to the ancient city of Petra, an archaeological site that remained unknown until 1812. Referred to in the Bible as Sela, Petra's structures were created by carving into the solid, rose-colored rocks. In 1985, it was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, and in 2007, it was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World....
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Venus and Serena Williams grew up in Compton, California, where they sometimes heard gunfire as they learned how to play tennis at a local playground. As teenagers, they grew into athletic women whose powerful serves often overwhelmed their opponents. In time, each sister would climb to the top rankings of international women's tennis. They have also maintained interests off the court: Venus has become a successful interior designer, while Serena has taken several acting roles and also designs women's fashions. But there have been some dark days for the two sisters, as well. Both have had to endure nagging injuries that have sidelined them for months. They also experienced the tragedy of a sister murdered on the streets of Compton. Venus and Serena have stayed competitive, however, and each sister is committed to remaining among the best players on the women's tennis tour for many more years....
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Few issues are as hotly disputed as abortion, and few U.S. Supreme Court decisions have been as controversial as Roe v. Wade. This volume of the "Gallup Major Trends & Events: The Pulse of Our Nation 1900 to the Present" series explores the history of both legalized abortion and the anti-abortion movement, examining the role of religion, the sexual revolution, and other social factors leading to today's state of affairs. Modern developments, such as partial birth abortion, violence against abortion providers, and RU-486, are also dealt with. Reassuringly, Gallup Organization polls indicate that despite the extremist rhetoric heard all over the abortion debate, the majority of Americans fall somewhere in the center and have throughout the twentieth century....
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THIS EDITION IS INTENDED FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Details the challenges that were overcome so that the crew of Apollo 11 could land on the moon....
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Traces the lives and times of the Obamas' ancestors, including early American colonists from Europe, African villagers, and South Carolina slaves....
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As a young boy in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Derek Jeter knew that his life ambition was to play shortstop for the New York Yankees. That dream was realized in 1996 when Jeter opened the season as the starting shortstop for the Yankees. Since then, Jeter has become one of baseball's steadiest players. He is a consistent 300 hitter, and his fielding has earned him three Gold Gloves. The Yankees appreciate Jeter's value, rewarding him in 2001 with a 10-year, $189 million contract. Yankees owner George Steinbrenner has also recognized Jeter's leadership abilities by making him only the eleventh captain in the long history of the team. As a national celebrity, Jeter has made headlines by dating some of the entertainment world's most beautiful stars, including singer Mariah Carey; actresses Scarlett Johansson, Jordana Brewster, Gabrielle Union, Jessica Alba, and Jessica Biel; and former Miss Universe Lara Dutta....
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Nancy Pelosi grew up in Baltimore, Maryland. Her father, the city's powerful mayor, taught her the importance of public service. After moving to California, Pelosi became an influential political leader, winning her first election to Congress in 1987. As she climbed into the House leadership, Pelosi earned a reputation as one of Washington's most liberal lawmakers, supporting gay rights, abortion rights, and funding for the arts. Making history in 2007 as the first woman to serve as speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Pelosi has shepherded her agenda through Congress, forging a progressive energy initiative, finding compromise with her opponents on an economic stimulus plan, and opening talks with America's enemies in an effort to find a peaceful solution to the Iraq War. Read about this formidable woman of the U.S. Congress in "Nancy Pelosi"....
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Using data from the Gallup Youth Survey and other sources, examines the issue of teenage sexuality, as well as its potential consequences....
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