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Zoop’s Scoop: Football players more disciplined under Muschamp’s tenure
By JONATHAN CZUPRYN< | Aug. 26, 2014We all know Will Muschamp hasn’t yet attained the success that Urban Meyer did in his tenure at the University of Florida.
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Economy damaged by Current method of calculating trade deficit
Aug. 25, 2014Last year the U.S.-China trade deficit was $318 billion. The U.S. Department of Commerce calculates the deficit by subtracting the value of what we import from what we export, which accurately calculates the overall trade deficit. However, this method is misleading and potentially damaging to the U.S. economy.
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Gerrymandering: a roadblock for representation
Aug. 25, 2014It’s no secret that Americans are frustrated and disillusioned with Congress. A recent Gallup poll found that a whopping 83 percent of Americans disapprove of the federal legislature’s performance. In another poll, Gallup found that just 19 percent of Americans believe most members of Congress deserve to be re-elected, nearly a historic low.
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In Defense of the Ice Bucket Challenge
Aug. 25, 2014Just a couple of weeks ago, I logged into my Facebook and saw that I was tagged in a friend’s status. It was a video of someone pouring a bucket of ice water all over herself and nominated me, along with a few others, to participate in something called the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.
Opinion
White celebrities: Speak up on Ferguson
Aug. 24, 2014All eyes have been on Ferguson, Missouri, since earlier this month, when unarmed black teenager Michael Brown was shot dead by Darren Wilson, a white police officer.
Sports
Johnson's Journal: My body is ready for the return of college football
By RICHARD JOHNSON | Aug. 24, 2014My senses tell the story of college football better than I can. The stimulation that runs stupendously deep for months on end is the most tangible reminder that this sport is more than a game played by young men, but a living, breathing right of autumn. As sure as I am that the leaves will change, I’m equally as confident that a touchdown pass will bring a visceral reaction from my core.
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The Rally: How successful will the 2014 Florida football team be?
By JONATHAN CZUPRYN< | Aug. 18, 2014And so we have arrived at the million dollar questions pertaining to the 2014 Florida football season: How many games is this team going to win, and how will it perform in general? Summer alligatorSports editor Jonathan Czupryn and assistant Richard Johnson got together to rally in order to give new University of Florida students a preview of what’s to come.
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Locals: Pay attention to Plum Creek
Aug. 6, 2014If you’ve seen the eastern half of Gainesville, there’s no question that we are home to seriously impoverished areas. A lack of quality jobs and economic development keeps the area depressed and few — if any — local leaders currently hold the key to solving the never-ending crisis. Some Gainesville residents are pinning their hopes to a company who owns more land than anyone else in Alachua County.
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See your opinions in print: Become a Fall 2014 columnist
Aug. 4, 2014There’s never been a better time to become an Alligator columnist — OK, maybe that’s a hyperbole. Regardless, as we prepare for Fall 2014, we have a lot of unanswered questions: Who will win the Florida gubernatorial election? Will Amendment 2 (that one about medical marijuana) pass? Will voters overturn the Florida gay marriage ban? Will Pitbull do us a favor and just run for governor already?
Opinion
My major is none of your concern
Aug. 4, 2014Three semesters ago when I started my first day at the Alligator, I never thought I’d be typing these words so soon.
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Faking an orgasm is preventing the avenue to real pleasure
Aug. 4, 2014About a month ago, Vice published a quiz to test its readers — "Can you tell which of these porn star orgasms are fake?"
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Darts & Laurels 7/31/14
July 30, 2014Today, we’re celebrating the end of July with a hello-August-please-don’t-be-s****y edition of
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Redistricting leads to gridlock in Capitol
July 30, 2014Throughout the school year, students are rewarded for their hard work with occasional breaks from the rigors of academia. Following the grueling ends of each semester, we are released from the clutches of term papers, exams and presentations to spend a few precious weeks relaxing and recharging our batteries.
Sports
Johnson's Journal: Winston under unnecessary scrutiny for 2012 incident
By RICHARD JOHNSON | July 30, 2014A few months ago, one of my roommates brought home a blowgun. Like any red-blooded American male, we immediately went outside to try and shoot stuff. One of those things was a squirrel in our backyard. My roommate hit one, but I am not the marksman he is and didn’t come close. I tell you that story to say: I know what it means to be 18 years old and just mess around like Heisman winner Jameis Winston.
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The Alligator Awards: Which Florida male athlete was the best in 2013-2014?
By JORDAN MCPHERSON AND EDEN OTERO | July 28, 2014As part of the Alligator Awards recognizing the best in UF athletics during the 2013-14 season, staff writers Jordan McPherson and Eden Otero will debate two of the five nominees for best male athlete. Check out the rest of the nominees in the photos (left) and vote for the winner.
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Women, not just men, deserve the right to free their nipples
July 28, 2014Summers in Florida mean outfits that contain as few articles of clothing as possible.
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Hamas hasn’t and won’t respond to Israel’s plea for peace
July 28, 2014You walk into a restaurant at 6:55 p.m. in anticipation of your 7 p.m. date. When 7:10 p.m. approaches, there is no sign of your date. And when you cautiously pick up the phone to call, there is no answer. You wait a little longer and call again. Someone picks up the phone, and within a mere second, the call is ended.
