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USC takes top spot in new AP poll

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(Erin Green / Alligator) Mayda del Valle, a spoken-word poet, performs at the Hispanic Heritage Month Opening Ceremony at the Reitz Union Monday night.

UF political groups increase activities, members as election approaches

With the presidential election around the corner, UF's political groups have seen increased activity and participation on campus.

Spoken–word artist kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month opening ceremony

Applause, catcalls and cheers of "you're beautiful!" and "precioso!" resounded as Mayda del Valle took the stage Monday, but the noise was almost instantly silenced as the spoken-word artist began her first poem.

The Great Underwear Dash 8

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Volleyball returns home after losing first match of the season

Despite losing its first match of the season to No. 21 Colorado State Saturday, the No. 8 UF volleyball team is staying positive. The Gators are back in Gainesville after a road trip the ended with mixed results. After beating Colorado in Boulder 3-1 (25-22, 25-20, 22-25, 25-18), UF fell to CSU 3-0 (26-24, 25-16, 25-14)

Barr deserves attention

My compliments to Neal Conner, chairman of the Libertarian Party of Alachua County, for his opinion piece entitled "Libertarian Party Stands for Change" on Friday. What a breath of fresh air in this otherwise discouraging election between two candidates who are very close on issues. I can't tolerate another minute of more of the same. Barr is coming to Gainesville soon, and I want to hear what he has to say before I throw away my vote one more time.

SG’s party system needs revamping

Change is clearly the most powerful bipartisan player in this election cycle. It is joined by the call to throw entrenched special interests out of government.

Tebow at home in Knoxville

Sometimes it's easy to forget Tim Tebow is just a junior.

Healthy Harvin spells trouble for the rest of the SEC

Good luck, Southeastern Conference.

Power struggle: McCain pulls ahead in Florida

A lot can be accomplished in six weeks. If you are a registered Democrat living in Florida, then you'd better hope that about 4 percent of a state's popular vote will change in a month and a half.

Chapman picks up freshman honors

Midfielder Sarah Chapman was named Southeastern Conference Freshman Soccer Player of the Week on Monday.

Jags lose home opener

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Palin's fashion frames send locals to eyewear stores

Lipstick isn't the only thing that separates Sarah Palin, Republican vice-presidential nominee, from a bulldog - it's also her glasses.

Ahmad Black and Brandon Hicks on OSU-USC debacle

Well I certainly thought the Ohio State-USC game would end the way it did, but apparently I'm not alone.

New UF calendar helps faculty plan around religious holidays

Religion is a tricky business at UF.

Caramelized onions spruce up meals with sweet, savory flavors

Caramelized onions are one of my favorite side notes that can easily, and with a low-caloric punch, jazz up many dishes be they tacos, mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs or a sandwich. Now, before you go trekking off to candy lands and your metaphorical boots get gummed up with pralines and crème brulees, let us better introduce ourselves to the notably uncandy-like subject. Caramelized onions are onions that have been sliced thin and cooked on low to medium heat, often in a bit of fat, until they become golden brown in color, meltingly tender, and both sweet and savory in flavor. They can be delicious eaten straight out of the pan, but their awesomeness lies in their adaptability that shines when they are paired with other dishes.

GOP represents middle class

Andrew Coffey asserts that the Republican Party doesn't represent middle-class voters. Does he think Democrats do? Or is he just too politically biased to see reality? Liberals paint the Republican Party as out-of-touch because they know Democrats will lose on the issues. The price of energy is a huge drain on the economy. It is the Republicans, not the Democrats, who want to take actions to immediately reduce the price of energy. Americans want jobs. The Republicans understand small businesses create jobs and support policies that give incentive for creating growth. It is the Democrats who vilify businesses, tax them until it is unprofitable to operate in the U.S. and then complain when they leave.

SG parties wrap up qualifying interviews

The second day of interviews for students seeking spots in next month's Student Government election brought a change in applicant flow for both parties.

Mississippi Game Set for 12:30 PM

The Southeastern Conference announced Monday that UF's home game against Mississippi on Sept. 27 will kick off at 12:30 PM. The game will be televised on Raycom Sports.