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Naif Al-Mutawa: The New Superheroes
Naif Al-Mutawa is the creator of THE 99 – the first comic series to include multicultural superheroes inspired by an Islamic archetype. A clinical psychologist by training, Al-Mutawa is creating new frameworks for confronting stereotypes and extremism through a cast of characters that derive their power from Allah’s 99 attributes.
www.the99.org/
Naif Al-Mutawa: The New Superheroes
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Kurt Andersen: Renewing America Kurt Andersen, best-selling author and host of the radio program _Studio 360_, has turned his unflagging curiosity to the current economic crisis. He believes it is an opportunity to get the nation back on track. Part of the answer, Andersen suggests, lies in reconnecting to the amateur spirit that first helped create America.
Kurt Andersen: Renewing America
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John Fetterman: Reviving Braddock Braddock, Pennsylvania Mayor John Fetterman is fighting for the future of his rust belt town’s future. Braddock has lost ninety percent of its buildings and most of its population. Yet Fetterman’s ambitious plans include repurposing abandoned lots and fostering numerous arts and community initiatives.
John Fetterman: Reviving Braddock
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Jay Rogers: Open Source Your Car Jay Rogers is revolutionizing the automobile industry. The former U.S. Marine and co-founder of Local Motors has created the world’s first crowdsourced car. Rogers believes that making car production local - and personal - holds the key to fostering a sustainable car culture that also tackles our dependence on oil.
Jay Rogers: Open Source Your Car
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