Black Friday is known as one of the biggest shopping days of the year. It's a day when many stores offer their biggest deals and discounts, and consumers turn out in numbers to take advantage of these opportunities.
While this event is profitable, this day also creates a breeding ground for crimes, ranging from assault to murder. According to reports, Black Friday incidents are down this year compared to last year’s tragedies. The following map shows the locations of incidents associated with Black Friday 2009.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Monday, November 23, 2009
"Acknowledging our past, in order to better appreciate the present."
Decades ago sit-in movements were a catalyst for change in a nation blinded by race. This change symbolized hope for many blacks. Hope for a better tomorrow and a even brighter future.
We celebrate their sacrifices and their ability to stare hate in the face and not be moved. It was because of their efforts that we are awarded the freedoms and priveleges we have today, and for that we should be forever grateful.
Rosa Warren, senior print journalism major
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