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Darts & Laurels

By the Editorial Board | Feb. 21, 2008

We hate to say it, but it's sometimes just easier to blame it all on the moon. Here at Darts & Laurels headquarters, we're seriously thinking that the lunar eclipse this Wednesday may be the only way to explain some of the crazy things happening here in Gainesville and halfway across the world. So if you're ready to leave this week behind,and you've braved the rain once again to make it to campus, we reward you with another week's edition of…

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Christians confused over use of 'theory'

By Sterling Davenport | Feb. 20, 2008

The debate over the semantics of evolution is time-consuming and wasteful.

OPINION | EDITORIALS

Scare tactic murals won't change minds

By the Editorial Board | Feb. 20, 2008

Everyone strolling through the Plaza of the Americas Wednesday was treated to a graphic display by a seemingly scientific organization known as The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Pageant celebrates positive role models

By Matt Meltzer | Feb. 20, 2008

As a judge in Monday's Miss UF Pageant, I was disappointed to see the Alligator take an uninformed and negative stance on such a positive event.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Piercing gives insight into stereotypes

Feb. 20, 2008

He said to take a deep breath.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Guns on campus would allow self-defense

By Alex Bayer | Feb. 19, 2008

I would like to thank the Alligator for the marvelous bit of backward thinking displayed in Monday's editorial. First after Virginia Tech and now after Northern Illinois University, I have read this paper's disparaging remarks toward those who would take responsibility for their own safety by carrying the means to defend themselves.

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Budget accusations were misleading

By Jordan Johnson | Feb. 19, 2008

A misinformed UF student made a few false accusations Tuesday against the way SG chooses to spend its funds. It is vital for the student body to know facts, not opinions.

OPINION | EDITORIALS

State science reform cowers to religious right

By the Editorial Board | Feb. 19, 2008

Well, it looks like Florida is finally making an effort to get up to speed with the rest of the country - at least when it comes to education.

OPINION | COLUMNS

U.S. ignores Saudi human rights issues

Feb. 19, 2008

With increasing frequency, I am beset by excruciating reminders of the world's inexorable descent into pure insanity.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Gator Party offers SG diversity, experience

By STEVEN HOFFSTETTER | Feb. 19, 2008

The Gator Party is proud to offer UF an executive ticket and a spring Senate slate that is not only qualified but diverse and talented.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Gator Ride step in right direction

By G. Tyler Parramore | Feb. 19, 2008

Drunken driving is a problem in Gainesville. As the death of Gainesville Police Department Lt. Corey Dahlem in April 2007 reminds us, this is not a problem of simply underage drinkers. It affects everyone. Solving this serious safety concern should be a priority for the entire community.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Vote Orange and Blue for change

By TOMMY JARDON | Feb. 19, 2008

Student Government doesn't matter.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Wasteful spending plagues SG

By Elizabeth Stinson | Feb. 18, 2008

Last Friday, Lacey Logsdon alleged that Mark McShera was being deceitful when he suggested there was wasteful spending in Student Government. As a former treasurer candidate with the Pants Party, and after careful examination of the budget, I was appalled at the wasteful spending.

OPINION | EDITORIALS

UF pageant a step backward for women

By the Editorial Board | Feb. 18, 2008

Women at UF competed for the time-honored tradition of being crowned Miss UF on Monday night.

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Guns on campus would deter violence

By Conor Mancone | Feb. 18, 2008

When I heard UF's response to the NIU shooting, I had about the same response as the Editorial Board. A shooting can take less than a minute, so what will a text message system accomplish? By the time the administration is even notified to send out a text alert the shooting will probably be over.

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Gun-free campuses make students targets

By Jacob Pease | Feb. 18, 2008

I was surprised to read Monday's editorial - the writer was unwilling to learn in a place "where students can carry weapons along with their laptops."

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Clinton campaign tactics are deplorable

Feb. 18, 2008

I am growing ever more disgusted with Hillary Clinton's campaign. Sen. Clinton made a clear promise to respect the Democratic National Convention rules that refused to seat delegates from Florida and Michigan, but now her campaign wants to consider lifting the ban after the fact.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Americans need to take responsibility

By GERALD LILES | Feb. 18, 2008

You know, I seriously doubt I have the self-control to save for my retirement. Can everyone's taxes be raised a tiny bit so the government can save my money for me?

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

NIU tragedy deserved front-page spot

By Joe Foldessy | Feb. 17, 2008

I was shocked on Friday when I saw that the Alligator didn't seem to think that the shooting at Northern Illinois University was front-page news. Instead, we were treated to headlines about online voting, President Machen discussing money issues, a robber confessing to police and a huge picture of people holding hands.

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Protestors picked the wrong place

By Josh Jenkins | Feb. 17, 2008

I'd like to issue a backward-thinking dart to all those who protested at armed forces recruiting stations Friday.