East Paradise

Reporter Joey Vassallo interviewed East Paradise residents and asked them the question: "Considering the current economic situation what changes have you made in your life?" None really, I recently graduated from UNLV so now Im working here and have a real job. So in comparison to where I was in college im doing better.  If things got worse I would change my spending habits. - Jasperit Gill Ihave mostly cut back on unnecessary driving. Another way is I've tried to cut out fast ... Read More

It is not very often that one has a chance to meet someone whose very presence exudes accomplishment, and whose spirit exemplifies the sense of community that is often spoken of but seldom seen. However, if one was to spend even a minute with Ms. Hannah Brown, they would experience this and so much more. From the moment she begins to speak, you find yourself in a state of bewilderment. She has lived a life of rich experience and accomplishment which she ... Read More

Erick Ramirez, 19, moved to Las Vegas 10 years ago in order to join his family. Currently, he works bussing tables at a local restaurant and has been in the East Paradise neighborhood for the past five years. Ramirez is concerned about the state’s gas prices as he feels the high cost is “bringing the economy down.” However, immigration stands on the top of his list nationwide. “It is an issue for a lot of people in the United States,” says Ramirez. Politically, Ramirez is ... Read More

Born and raised in Las Vegas, Rosy Hartz, 27, is a mother of one. She has been a director of a youth ministry in the East Paradise neighborhood for eight years. Hartz, a Democrat, likes Barak Obama. Today, Hartz’ biggest concern is the economy and the high cost of gas. “Rising fuel and cost of living forces families to loose their homes,” says Hartz. If she were to be elected as president she would make a “better living for the lower and middle class.” If given the ... Read More

Waleed Al Hassan, 41, is the father of two boys and a business owner in the East Paradise neighborhood. Life in a metropolitan area, warm weather and economic potential brought him to Las Vegas 10 years ago from Iraq where he worked as a dentist. When it comes to politics Al Hassan is an independent and feels that if McCain is elected as president “the same old vicious cycle” Republicans started will be repeated. Al Hassan’s thoughts about Obama are not much brighter. “Obama, ... Read More

Hawaiian native Diane Feliciano, 61, moved to Las Vegas 12 years ago seeking a better and more affordable life. Currently, she works as a property manager of an apartment complex in the East Paradise neighborhood. Feliciano holds Republican views and does not endorse the Democratic candidate Barak Obama because he “does not have enough experience.” What she likes about the Republican candidate McCain is exactly the opposite. “He has been around a long time,” sas Feliciano. She is concerned about Nevada when it comes to ... Read More

Mike Lee, 52, has lived in Las Vegas for more than 30 years, the last five of which he has spent in the East Paradise neighborhood. Currently, the man who signs his name “Las Vegas Superbum” works as internet marketer. When it comes to politics Lee considers himself independent and he cares deeply about the future of the country and Las Vegas. He feels the most important issue in Nevada today is the budget shortfall. “Without cash, the education system among others is negatively impacted,” ... Read More