The results are in for this semester's SG elections, and needless to say, there were a few problems. Although the make-up of the Student Senate probably would be about the same regardless of the errors, the situation doesn't really support the idea that SG is a corruption-free organization.
It might be shocking to some, but college students, regardless of whether they are older than 21, sometimes drink adult beverages.
The American people are mad.
Every semester, the Alligator Editorial Board endorses a Student Government party, candidate or issue to better help you, the students, decide whom to vote for when you step up to the polls.
Lawmakers are in an interesting position.
Needless to say, there has been a lot of controversy on the Alligator's opinion pages this week.
Last night, the state of Georgia killed Troy Davis.
Last week was not a good week to be a Democrat; it was especially bad if you were a sitting Democratic president.
We've made it through another week.
Since he took office, President Obama has been a bit touchy about people speaking or reporting negatively about him.
Unless you have been living under a rock for the past decade or so, you might have heard something about the fact that the United States is in debt.
They don't call Florida the "Sunshine State" for nothing. It can get a bit hot.
"This great nation will endure as it has endured, will revive and will prosper. So, first of all, let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself - nameless, unreasoning, unjustified terror which paralyzes needed efforts to convert retreat into advance."
"Plagiarism is bad."
This weekend kicks off college football season, and many of you have been preparing since before the start of classes. Whether you will be attending the game, throwing a kickoff party or going to a local hangout spot, most eyes in Gainesville will be on the game.
The quarrels with the Trekkies or other sci-fi factions does nothing to illustrate the hatred of Star Wars fanboys toward the one who, ironically, started everything.
The federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives did its best to wipe the blood off of its hands when its acting director, Kenneth Melson, resigned Tuesday.
Be careful what you say, especially on the Internet.
An attempted lawsuit out of Illinois involving two adults and their mother is taking the phrase "spoiled little rich kid" to a whole new level.
Welcome back, Gators. We hope you have enjoyed our coverage of the first week of classes. For those of you who are new to UF or new to reading the Alligator, we have a special tradition for our Friday editorial.
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