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The disposability of American pop culture and Father John Misty as an icon
Sep. 24, 2015My favorite dumb hobby is taking pop culture way too seriously.
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Comedic journalism is informative and here to stay
Sep. 23, 2015"The Daily Show" will soon be returning with a new host: South African comedian Trevor Noah. While Trevor Noah will have large comedic shoes to fill, there is no doubt with time he will find his own unique style and will evolve alongside the show. Every satirical news show that has begun after "The Daily Show" takes, at the least, a few dozen episodes to find its niche. It even took Jon Stewart a while to build a loyal and devoted audience; in the end, "The Daily Show" and its counterparts have created a way for millennials to keep up with the news while having a (somewhat) good time doing it.
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U.S. government needs to combat Islamophobia
Sep. 23, 2015Last week, the hashtag #IStandWithAhmed started trending around the social media sphere. It began with the story of a 14-year-old dark-skinned boy of Sudanese origins who had a keen interest in inventing. He brought a clock he made — comprised of wires, a display and a pencil case — to his high school in Irving, Texas, to show one of his teachers.
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Marco Rubio is a disgrace to the university
Sep. 22, 2015Last week, Marco Rubio, Florida’s junior senator, took a cheap shot and gave the world a glimpse into his character.
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‘Studying history is like traveling’
Sep. 22, 2015Michael Schuering is the visiting associate professor of history at the UF Center for European Studies. His position is partly funded by DAAD, the Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst, or the German Academic Exchange Service. He is currently teaching "Weimar Germany Culture" and "Genes, Blood and the Body."
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Social issues are real and should be more than Emmy punchlines
Sep. 22, 2015This weekend I embarked on a sweaty, bug-bite-infested journey to Camp Crystal Lake, which is a little north of Gainesville, in an attempt to educate Honors freshmen about all the different facets of UF they can take advantage of.
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While useful, studying abroad is not for everyone
Sep. 21, 2015In the last week alone, I’ve been asked if I’ve ever studied abroad on four separate occasions. Sadly enough, the answer has been "no" every time. Both of my collegiate summers have been spent interning and feeling jealous while stalking social media either here in Gainesville or back home in Palm Beach. Yet, nearly all of my friends have spent a semester or two gallivanting across the globe, whether in Madrid, Beijing or London, and all have returned claiming to be much worldlier than when they left.
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Republican foreign policy: Fact or fiction?
Sep. 21, 2015Last Wednesday night, I, like many Americans, cozied up on the couch with a tub of popcorn to watch the second GOP debate, hosted by America’s most trusted news network, CNN. It was my night to have the TV, and I wasn’t about to let the two affable bros with whom I share a flat box me out with the second season of "Burn Notice." "This concerns the fate of our nation! Contrary to popular belief, Jeffrey Donovan does NOT take precedence tonight," I bellowed. "Now go put some goddamn shirts on and lower the Daughtry." And with that heroic stand, I was free to claim the living room and arrange my snacks while moderator Jake Tapper laid the ground rules for the debate.
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9/11 first responders deserve more than a hashtag
Sep. 21, 2015Oct. 3 marks a crucial date for more than 30,000 Americans: the expiration of the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act.
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GOP needs to brush up on its gender politics
Sep. 20, 2015Toward the end of the recent Republican debate, candidates were asked which woman they would put on the $10 bill. While moderator Jake Tapper called it a lighthearted question, it actually gave a lot of insight into the problems with the Republican candidates.
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Despite preconceptions, Sanders’ supporters are a thoughtful bunch
Sep. 20, 2015Two weeks ago, the downtown bar, The Midnight, hosted a social gathering for the Gainesville Bernie Sanders’ faithful. Being the political adventurer I am, and embracing my status as the sole conservative columnist for the Alligator, I felt compelled to attend. On that Wednesday night, a handful of Bernie Sanders volunteers were ready and willing to entertain any question a politico could ask. I, of course, took them up on it.
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Not all is as it seems with the new Impact Party
Sep. 17, 2015It’s that time of the semester again.
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Chill on the “Netflix and chill" and just have sex
Sep. 17, 2015Somewhere between Silly Bandz and clothes for dogs, "Netflix and chill" lies on the list of stupid trends.
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“Migrant problem" misleading; mostly a refugee crisis
Sep. 17, 2015Tuesday Hungary closed its borders, which sealed off a route that has contributed to bringing over 500,000 people to the borders of European Union nations this year.
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We need to reflect on the refugee crisis and not shut our doors on them
Sep. 16, 2015Earlier this month, a photojournalist sprang into consciousness and put a human face on the refugee crisis that has emerged from the violence and political instability in Syria.
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Column: Wine blends are an abomination
Sep. 15, 2015The ancient Romans said it well: in vino veritas. "In wine, there is truth." If you’re drunk, you’re not going to be telling any lies; as they say, drunken words are sober thoughts. Today, I’ll be telling the truth about wine, specifically about wine blends.
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Guest Column: Want to graduate with an excellent credit score? Get a student credit card
Sep. 15, 2015There is already enough going on among school, friends, family and daily activities that you don’t want to worry about finances and how you are going to handle them after you graduate. You are in college, for one thing, to earn a degree so that you can get the job you want — a job that will earn you a paycheck that you will try to make the most out of. But, if you graduate with little to no credit history or a bad credit score, then you could find your paycheck might not go as far as you want it to.
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UF has more to offer than just football
Sep. 14, 2015Speaking personally, football season at UF is the most fascinating phenomenon I’ve ever witnessed. The campus transforms overnight into an entirely new atmosphere, complete with elaborate tailgates, massive tides of orange-and-blue-clad families and endless optimism. Everyone’s a little friendlier and anyone sporting Gator memorabilia is automatically a new friend. These Saturdays have an almost religious undertone as students, alumni and fans alike come together to invoke the holy name of Gator football.
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Hey Krishna, can I have some more?
Sep. 14, 2015Vegetarianism: It’s practical, and when done with panache, can be both good-tasting and good for your body. Magnanimity: While less practical for college students, it feels good and is also good for others.
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While intertwined, race and ethnicity are distinct
Sep. 13, 2015As discussions of race and ethnicity permeate the coverage of the presidential elections and refugee crisis, it is clear many people remain unaware of the basic definitions that inform the conversation.
