Tuesday, April 19, 2011

A Little Bit of Pop Culture…

The only things going on in Paterson are not just killings and uneven money distribution of the government. The city of Paterson has been home to many people who are known today, dead and alive. An artist by the name of Angelo DiBenedetto was born and raised in Paterson. Born in 1913, most of his works are posted for all to enjoy in museums all over the west coast. After living a successful and fulfilling life, he died in 1992. Nicholas Murray Butler was an educator born in Paterson. He was the President of Columbia University and won the Nobel Peace Prize alongside Jane Addams. After gaining a place on the Presidential ballot for vice president, he died in 1947. R&B Artist Clarence Spady was also born in Paterson. Today he is still alive and well and still tours. He’s a song writer and guitarist. Lastly is Robert G born in 195, the former U.S. Congressman from 1982-1996. Today he is the U.S. Senator and started back in 1997.

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