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OPINION | EDITORIALS

Tuesday’s elections were not a death knell for liberalism

Nov. 4, 2015

On Tuesday, news outlets were littered with headlines like "Liberals Are Losing the Culture Wars," "America may be in a reinforcing feedback loop of growing inequality and Republican rule" and "Houston decided it has a problem: Its LGBT nondiscrimination law." The weak attempt at humor in the last headline aside, all three of these articles were written in response to the Nov. 3 election, which was mostly concerned with local affairs and citizen initiatives. As the doom and gloom of these headlines illustrate, it was not a good day for progressive causes, which means it was an even worse day for Democratic politicians.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Ann Coulter should not speak at UF

Nov. 4, 2015

On Monday, a fellow opinion columnist wrote about how he felt Ann Coulter should be a guest speaker on campus. While I would concede there is a need for more conservative speakers, I could not disagree more. Coulter is the last conservative speaker we need.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Far from peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Nov. 4, 2015

"We must think differently, look at things in a different way. Peace requires a world of new concepts, new definitions." — Yitzhak Rabin

OPINION | COLUMNS

Democratic debate ignores the disenfranchisement in mass incarceration

Nov. 4, 2015

Earlier last month, the first of the Democratic Party debates for the 2016 U.S. presidential election commenced in Las Vegas, Nevada, broadcast on CNN with Anderson Cooper as the moderator.

Local social media star Ken Peng, mostly known for his Ken Eats Gainesville blog, recently began the McElwainisms Facebook page.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Ken Eats Gainesville starts McElwainisms page

By Julia Nevins | Nov. 4, 2015

Local social media presence Ken Peng has reached a level of stardom in Gainesville with his various social media pages, including blogs and more recently his Facebook page "McElwainisms."

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

Netflix Binge Drinking Game: "Jane the Virgin"

By Katherine Dagand | Nov. 4, 2015

There’s a new pregnant virgin in town, and it’s not Mary.

Sophomore defensve back Jalen Tabor (31) dances while the Gator Marching Band plays following Florida's 61-13 win against New Mexico State. The win made a new record for most points scored during a UF head coach's first game.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Gators sophomore cornerback Jalen Tabor exceeding expectations

By GRAHAM HACK | Nov. 4, 2015

Sophomore defensive back Jalen Tabor isn’t shy about where he thinks his standing is in Florida’s secondary.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Off the Record: Best of T.I. Edition

By Jack DaSilva | Nov. 4, 2015

T.I. has been one of the most consistent, successful and influential rappers of the past 15 years. The rapper — who officially changed his stage name to Tip in September with the release of his extended play "Da Nic" — is this year’s Gator Growl-headlining act.

UF wide receiver Antonio Callaway breaks free for a 66-yard touchdown during Florida's 27-3 win against Georgia on Oct. 31, 2015, at EverBank Field in Jacksonville.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Three keys for the Gators if they hope to avoid another loss on Homecoming

By JORDAN MCPHERSON | Nov. 4, 2015

With a trip to the Southeastern Conference Championship in clear sight, the No. 10 Florida Gators (7-1, 5-1 SEC) host Vanderbilt (3-5, 1-3 SEC) Saturday at noon for a homecoming showdown.

Former My Chemical Romance guitarist Frank Iero’s latest project, frnkiero and the cellabration, is coming to perform Saturday at High Dive. Doors open at 8 p.m., and the show begins at 9 p.m.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Frank Iero brings latest project to High Dive

By Joshua Williamson | Nov. 4, 2015

As rhythm guitarist and backup singer in the genre-bending rock powerhouse My Chemical Romance, Frank Iero toured the world and helped craft two certified platinum albums. Now, his latest project, frnkiero andthe cellabration, is headlining shows across the U.S.

Indie rapper Dennis Lee will host a listening party Saturday at 8-bit Bar. Doors open at 8 p.m. with a $5 cover at the door.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Indie rapper hosts listening party

By Elena Castello | Nov. 4, 2015

A Gainesville rapper will release tracks from his original album Saturday night at 8-bit Bar at 919 W. University Ave. Dennis Walton, 22, will join other musical performers and dance crews to show off their talent and give the audience a taste of their latest material.

Americana hip-hop artist Danny Pynes is hosting an album release show Friday at The Wooly. Doors open at 8 p.m.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Local artist Danny Pynes to host album release show

By Katherine Dagand | Nov. 4, 2015

Danny Pynes is keeping the party going after Gator Growl.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Off the Record: Rap Roundup

By Jack DaSilva | Nov. 4, 2015

French Montana and Fetty Wap

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Mediocre Advice: James Franco's IMDB and RA advice

Nov. 4, 2015

Columnists’ note: Hey, T.I., I know you’re coming tomorrow for Gator Growl, and you insist on "no mediocre" and that you "don’t want no mediocre."

Sophomore Ronni Williams drives down the lane during Florida's 77-42 loss to No. 1 South Carolina on Monday in the O'Connell Center.

SPORTS | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Florida women’s basketball assistant coach using music legend to inspire team

By Ethan Bauer | Nov. 4, 2015

In her first year with the Florida women’s basketball program, assistant coach Shimmy Gray-Miller is turning to an unlikely source to inspire her unit of forwards and centers.

UF midfielder Pamela Begic dribbles the ball while FSU's Elin Jensen (5) approaches during the first half of Florida's 3-2 win against Florida State on Aug. 30, 2015, at James G. Pressly Stadium.

SPORTS | SOCCER

UF downs Vanderbilt in the second round of the SEC Tournament

By Kyle Brutman | Nov. 4, 2015

Seeking to avoid being ousted in the second round of the Southeastern Conference tournament for the second straight season, the Gators found themselves faced with adversity just minutes into the match.

UF coach Jim McElwain watches on during warm-ups prior to Florida's 27-3 win against Georgia on Oct. 31, 2015, at EverBank Field in Jacksonville.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Gators emphasize third-down, red zone during Wednesday's practice

By GRAHAM HALL | Nov. 4, 2015

On "Special Treat Wednesday"’, Florida coach Jim McElwain said his team finished practice with a level of focus that was "pretty darn good."

NEWS

Living for cheap books

By Kylie Widseth | Nov. 4, 2015

Last week, I became the proud owner of 34 new books.

NEWS

Ancient Greeks, Mathematicians, and Romantic Idealism: How to Find the Perfect Match

By Champe Barton | Nov. 4, 2015

I recently re-listened to an old Radiolab episode whose beginning filled me with a warm, fluttery excitement for love. Give a listen to this 2,400-year-old story that comes from Plato by way of Aristophanes (it’s transcribed below in case you can’t listen, though the cello and Robert Krulwich’s voice give it something, more):

NEWS

E-book or physical book?

By Kylie Widseth | Nov. 4, 2015

The big question for readers in this day and age is: Do I read physical books or e-books?

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