Ms. Young had less luck making contact with the stage.

Ms. Young says she spent at least 10 nights there, not a great improvement.

Ms. Young and three allies are seeking seats on the 15-member board.

Ms. Young, 17, said she knew she wanted a better life than her parents.

Ms. Young did have witnesses ready to testify if needed.

Ms. Young said she got a kick out of his life style.

Ms. Young said she soon noticed that he was carrying a woman on his back.

Ms. Young said she had left her friends half an hour before the bomb went off.

Her son's father does not pay child support, although Ms. Young says she has reported his name to state officials as is required.

Ms. Young said the case could be reopened if more evidence was introduced.