-Photo by Nicole Burnes
Fresno State computer analyst by day, social activist
folk singer by night, Gail Abbott lives life the only way she knows
how—her way
By Chhun Sun
At March’s Poetry Jam
Production show, Gail Abbott strutted on stage with her guitar in
hand, while the full crowd at the CoffeeHouse & Pub watched silently.
Moments before, she was introduced as a special guest performer. “She’s
a folk singer,” the host announced, “who’s also
a social activist.” Abbott placed her guitar between her body
and hands. Still soundless, intense faces watched her hands glide
across her guitar. With a jut chin, a glint in her eyes and a slender
smirk, she made a statement that allowed everyone to contort their
faces to subtle laughter.More>>
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