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- 106 years old
- A former community leader in Atlanta
- Voted for Barack Obama
- Referenced in Barack Obama's acceptance speech
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President-elect Barack Obama highlighted the life of black voter Ann Nixon Cooper in his acceptance speech. He cited that, while 106 years old, Cooper believes in the promise of America and waited in line in Atlanta to cast her vote.
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Secret to Longevity
Though one of the oldest people in the United States, Cooper says she does not know the secret to longevity. According to an interview with CNN, Cooper says she's a "happy" and "giggling" person. In her spare time, she watches The Price is Right and The Oprah Winfrey Show.CNN.com: 106-year-old voter shares hopes, secrets
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Ann Nixon Cooper News
- CNN: 106-year-old Voter Shares Hopes (October 20, 2008)
- Newsweek: If There Is Anyone Out There Who Still Doubts... (November 5, 2008)
- Jezebel: Ann Nixon Cooper (October 20, 2008)
- YouTube Video: Ann Cooper Votes at the Age of 106 (Time: 6:37)
- CNN: 106-year-old voter shares...
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Ann Nixon Cooper Questions
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Why did President Nixon tape his conversations? 1 AnswerAll key offices in the White House were bugged, as well as telephones, back in 1971, at the suggestion of former President Lyndon Johnson. His stated intention ... read more -
Who knows anything about Mel Whites partner Gary Nixon? 1 AnswerMel White began dating Gary Nixon in 1984 and became legally married to each other in June 2008. They met and fell in love fifteen years ago at All Saints Episc... read more -
Pros and Cons: Owning a Mini Cooper 5 AnswersPro's: -Handles better than sportscars. -Fun to drive -Great on gas -Quick Con's: -Reliability is average. Not better than Japanese cars. -Very expenisve ... read more
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