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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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Letter to the Editor 09/23/2015
Sep. 22, 2015The absence of a senator for the new residence hall, Infinity Hall, motivated me to attend the Student Senate meeting Sept. 15. I learned that my representatives in the Senate were the District A senators, none of which live in Infinity. During this meeting I voiced my concerns; however, they were not heard by the majority in the Senate.
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Editorial | Emmys? More like smellys
Sep. 21, 2015Ah yes, publicly broadcast award shows: A beautiful opportunity for those in the entertainment industry to pat themselves on the back for a job well done while simultaneously failing to recognize actual meaningful contributions to their respective mediums. The airing of the 67th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards this past Sunday meant it was television’s turn to take part in this time-honored tradition of circle jerking and manufactured accolades — although, shout-out to Viola Davis for the historic win of Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her role in "How to Get Away With Murder." As predicted by outlets such as the L.A. Times and Time Magazine, the Academy opted to award Emmys based on popularity, rather than merit.
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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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Letter to the Editor: 09/22/2015
Sep. 21, 2015I am writing today in reference to an article that was run earlier this week about dropped charges on my record for possession of fake identification. While I am upset that after a long and successful career in the Student Senate this issue is only being brought up now during election season, I wanted to take the time to address many of the claims made in the article.
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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.
Sports
Grading the Gators: Evaluating the team’s progress through three games
By GRAHAM HALL | Sep. 21, 2015After three games, the Gators are undefeated and looking to continue the winning streak against Tennessee on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. With the season a quarter of the way finished, here’s how each unit ranks following the first Southeastern Conference game of the season.
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Column: Will Grier should start the rest of the season for Florida
By GRAHAM HACK | Sep. 20, 2015Jim McElwain made the right decision by playing quarterback Will Grier for the entire game against Kentucky.
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Editorial | Mastering your domain and discipline in the 21st century
Sep. 20, 2015In "The Contest," one of the most famous episodes of "Seinfeld," the foursome of Jerry, George, Elaine and Kramer wager a contest among one another to see who can refrain from masturbating the longest. The contest hinges on the respective honesty and discipline of each contestant; naturally Kramer is the first to go, having given into temptation after seeing his attractive neighbor (across the street) strut across her apartment naked.
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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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Darts and Laurels 09/18/2015
Sep. 17, 2015Another day, another dollar. Another week… another five dollars? Ignoring our poor excuse for an intro, it’s time for this week’s edition of…
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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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Letter to the editor 09/18/2015
Sep. 17, 2015Senators Susan Webster and Christopher Boyett,
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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.
