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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>>
DEAD DAYS by John Rios
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Working as a computer analyst, performing in a
folk band and being a social activist aren’t the typical
activities of a 55-year-old, but Gail Abbott wouldn’t have
it any other way.
-Photo by Nicole Burnes |
