Updated Jul. 15, 2012 at 9:54 a.m.
Opinion: More than any other single individual in the second half of 20th century, William Friday has helped shape the transformation of our state from an agricultural and manufacturing economy driven by tobacco, textiles and furniture to a global competitor that fosters and is fueled by innovation in information technology, bioscience and world-class research, as well as the emerging fields of social entrepreneurship and public service....
As William Friday turns 92, N.C. should say 'Thank you'
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Opinion: More than any other single individual in the second half of 20th century, William Friday has helped shape the transformation of our state from an agricultural and manufacturing economy driven by tobacco, textiles and furniture to a global competitor that fosters and is fueled by innovation in information technology, bioscience and world-class research, as well as the emerging fields of social entrepreneurship and public service....
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