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METRO | POLITICS

Kick the Kickbacks: Vote independent

By The Alligator Editorial Board | Sep. 27, 2010

In an election year turned upside down by the biggest Tea Party south of Boston and an overwhelming distaste for whoever just happens to be in office, UF students will be given the opportunity today and Wednesday to mirror their detestation of the status quo — or just vote arbitrarily and strike those special voting pens down a party line simply to collect an “I Voted” sticker so your sororities will feed you.

OPINION | COLUMNS

The Real Housewives of the Tea Party

Sep. 27, 2010

Facing intense public scrutiny and lower approval ratings than Casey Anthony, Congressional Democrats decided this week to do the one thing that could give them a lift in the polls.

METRO

Students for a Democratic Society protest at FBI office

By Kathleen Birkhimer | Sep. 27, 2010

Chants like “Hey, hey, ho, ho, police oppression’s got to go,” and “Same thing every time; opposing war is not a crime” echoed from the corner of South Main Street and Northeast Second Avenue on Monday.

NEWS | CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE

Student Government candidates make last-ditch efforts

By Alexander Klausner | Sep. 27, 2010

Student Government elections begin Tuesday, and the candidates are working hard to encourage students to vote and get their messages out.

NEWS

The end of 'Harry Potter' begins

By Joshua Saval | Sep. 27, 2010

One of the most successful film franchises in history is coming to a close. Watch the latest trailer for the next-to-last installment of "Harry Potter."

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Burton’s six scores push UF past Kentucky

Sep. 26, 2010

A Wildcat ran all over Florida Field on Saturday night.

SPORTS | FOOTBALL

Debose shines early against Wildcats

Sep. 26, 2010

Gators fans entered this season expecting Andre Debose to emerge as a big-play threat capable of stretching defenses.

SPORTS | VOLLEYBALL

UF wins 32nd straight against Mississippi

By MATT RUBIN< | Sep. 26, 2010

Four days after winning their 19th match in a row against the Seminoles, the Gators extended an even longer streak of dominance on Sunday.

SPORTS | COLUMNS

Offense breaks out just in time

Sep. 26, 2010

It probably struck in the middle of the night, some divine inspiration accompanied by angels and trumpets and a voice from on high.

SPORTS | SOCCER

UF opens conference play with two wins despite finishing troubles

By JESSE SIMONTON | Sep. 26, 2010

Becky Burleigh envisioned her team starting conference play strong, she just didn’t expect Florida to be plagued by the same problems it has had since the beginning of the season.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS TENNIS

Lacroix wins Napa Valley Classic

By STEPHEN SHEEHAN< | Sep. 26, 2010

If senior Alexandre Lacroix continues to play the way he did this weekend, he will certainly shoot up the singles rankings come January.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS SWIM AND DIVE

Swimmers from last 45 years gather for Alumni Weekend

By ALLISON BANKO | Sep. 26, 2010

The O’Connell Center floor was slick with water as the pool was clad with UF swimmers and divers Saturday from generations of the team’s past competing in the 2010 Alumni Meet.

SPORTS | OTHER SPORTS GOLF

Gators tie for 10th at Mason Rudolph

By MATT WATTS< | Sep. 26, 2010

Play concluded Sunday at the Mason Rudolph Women’s Championship with UF finishing in a tie for 10th place after shooting a 3-over round of 291.

METRO

Jail employee suspended for ironic transgression

By Erin Rauch | Sep. 26, 2010

An Alachua County Jail employee who oversees substance abuse classes and Alcoholics Anonymous meeting was superseded for entering the jail impaired.

NEWS | CAMPUS

‘Sausagefest’ cookout benefits county club

By KARINA LISENBEE | Sep. 26, 2010

Students and alumni gathered on the Murphree Area courtyards Sunday to enjoy cotton candy, sausages, hot dogs, pies, a giant water slide and live performances.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Senator urges students to end corruption

By Kevin Kleponis | Sep. 26, 2010

As a student senator, I feel an obligation to set the record straight.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Republicans unveil new plan full of same old talking points

By Brittany Fox | Sep. 26, 2010

Look out Democrats, it’s time to party like it’s 1994! Well, kind of.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Crist isn’t the answer for any voter

By Chris Dodson | Sep. 26, 2010

For those of you who might have forgotten lately, Charlie Crist is, in fact, still the governor of Florida.

NEWS | CAMPUS

City bonds won’t fund graduate housing

By Mina Radman | Sep. 26, 2010

After a controversial decision, The Continuum, a graduate student housing development under construction on West University Avenue, won’t be built with city bonds.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Columnist has misguided views

By Clay Hughes | Sep. 26, 2010

I can’t believe Bryan Griffin actually compared Sharron Angle and Christine O’Donnell to Elizabeth I.

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