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Thursday, May 22, 2025

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NEWS  |  CAMPUS

700 students receive swine flu vaccines

There were no major problems in the first mass distribution of vaccines to UF students. 100 doses remain from students who did not show for appointments, and the Student Health Care Center expects to get more shipments of the vaccine.


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OPINION  |  COLUMNS

Pirates should become sea protectors

As an unabashed supporter of all things pirate, news about pirates fighting the Mafia has left me nothing short of ecstatic. Additionally, as a shaper of public opinion and a veritable wellspring of brilliant ideas, I have an actionable plan that solves a pressing global issue in one fell swoop.


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OPINION  |  LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Some Republicans ‘condone rape’

In response to Wednesday's letter to the editor written by James G., you failed to understand an important point, James. I agree with you that Paul's claim of racism in regard to Joe Wilson's remarks is unfounded and silly. I also agree that Paul's slander of the Republican Party in reference to ACORN was unjustified. But when it comes to the issue of Republicans being rapists for not passing "some bill," you showed a complete lack of knowledge about the subject.


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OPINION  |  COLUMNS

Remember the 5th of November

Four hundred and four years ago today the infamous Gunpowder Plot to blow up the English Houses of Parliament was foiled, and co-conspirator Guy Fawkes was consequently executed. Though I do not condone acts of violence, this event serves as an important reminder for us all to stay vigilant in the face of tyranny. During the pre-revolutionary era in America, colonists celebrated Nov. 5 to express their anger toward the authoritarian government back in England, providing the foundation for the American Revolution. Today it is celebrated to express opposition to an increasingly belligerent government that not only puts our liberties at risk but also undermines the very principles this country was founded on.


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THE AVENUE  |  LIFESTYLE

Racism becomes more subtle, complicated

Whenever I hear the word "racism," I think back to a friend I had in second grade named Christopher. Christopher, it turned out, wasn't big on black people. One afternoon, the two of us were playing on a jungle gym when two black boys asked to join us.


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