Power to the People.

Discusses the growing trend among individuals investing and choosing their own stocks. Author's experience of interviewing the mayor of Providence, Rhode Island, and others and their interest and experiences pertinent to investing; Changes in the culture of Providence; Profiles of other investors, including David Civetti. Civetti's history of investments. INSETS: Ballplayer, San Francisco, by Angela Key;Evangelist, Mississippi, by Carol Vinzant;Business Students, Alaska, by C.V.;Wall Street Wannabes, Alabama, by C.V.