Sports
Young defense has still yet to grow up
Oct. 30, 2007Everyone knew the Gators would have trouble filling the hole at free safety left by Reggie Nelson.
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Halloween history explains traditions
Oct. 30, 2007For this week, I'm adding a little holiday twist to my work - for Halloween, not Homecoming. Vincent Massaro, the Monday columnist, might disagree, but I've seen some strange happenings around Gainesville over the past few days, things that might have something to do with the supernatural themes Oct. 31 entails.
Opinion
GPS plans will make students' bus rides better
By Kim Cruts | Oct. 30, 2007Student Government was pleased to note on Monday that the Alligator is anticipating the global positioning system improvements for Regional Transit System just as much as we are. However, with such a focus on the timeline and cost of implementing GPS on RTS, students still don't know how much they will benefit from these improvements. SG is sure this is a huge step for a system that students interact with on such a regular basis, and will help all Gainesville residents better control their travel and their time.
Opinion
Happy Halloween: We put local celebs into the perfect costumes
By the Editorial Board | Oct. 30, 2007No, there's not a Victoria's Secret show downtown tonight. It's Halloween, arguably college students' favorite holiday. Drink specials abound, costume contests bring out the best - or worst - in everyone, and of course, our favorite part: half-off candy tomorrow.
Opinion
Meyer not responsible for others' reactions
By Ondi Crino | Oct. 30, 2007I am writing to express my dissenting opinions from those expressed in Tuesday's editorial, "Over and Out." I am disappointed that it repeatedly blamed Andrew Meyer for all of the reactions to the Tasering incident. Yes, Meyer is responsible for actions at the Sen. John Kerry forum. However, he is not responsible for how UF administrators, students and the world responded to his actions. It is not his fault that the Kevorkian speech got moved to next semester. This is the responsibility of the community of which we are all a part. By attending this university, we are agreeing to support its policies.
Opinion
Legalizing weed would lead to wealth
By KYLE COX | Oct. 29, 2007Marijuana will be decriminalized before 2015. When that day arrives, be prepared for exactly nothing horrible to happen. Your children won't be murdered at gunpoint. Your liquor store won't be robbed. There will, however, be some bitchin' parties.
Sports
Looking ahead to intriguing bowl matchups
Oct. 29, 2007With the college football world standing on its ear and the Southeastern Conference more tangled than Joakim Noah's hair, there should be some pretty interesting bowl matchups this year.
Opinion
Andrew Meyer apologizes to UF
By ANDREW MEYER | Oct. 29, 2007To the UF community and The Gator Nation the world over,
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With any hope, Tasergate is coming to an end
By the Editorial Board | Oct. 29, 2007So Andrew Meyer apologized.
Opinion
Tasers a better choice of weapon
By SAM CAIN | Oct. 28, 2007I am writing in response to Friday's article "Protest group has 'washed its hands' of Taser incident." Concerning Ben Dictor's statement regarding the use of Tasers on campus, I would feel unsafe if the only weapons a police officer had access to were a gun or a blunt object.
Opinion
Alligator shouldn't condone violence
By G.M. Palmer | Oct. 28, 2007This is in reference to Mike McCall's glorification-of-violence column Thursday on the Florida-Georgia game: Excuse me?
Opinion
MTV reality show a disgrace to society
By Jonathan Kennedy | Oct. 28, 2007A few nights ago I experienced MTV's "A Shot At Love With Tila Tequila," a show many of my acquaintances hold in high esteem. I am just as guilty of watching my fair share of "reality" TV, but something about this show sparked a feeling of disgust. Disgust, that is, with what our society is turning into.
Opinion
Crist: Hero or Horrible?
By the Editorial Board | Oct. 28, 2007Surprising no one, Gov. Charlie Crist approved a 5 percent tuition increase, a 5 percent technology fee and an automatic tuition increase based on inflation Friday.
Sports
Rivalry back alive after Bulldogs' raucous celebration
Oct. 28, 2007JACKSONVILLE - Just when the Florida-Georgia rivalry had become staler than movie-theater popcorn, Georgia made sure the Cocktail Party was extra lame for the Gators.
Opinion
Halloween not all it's cracked up to be
By VINCENT MASSARO | Oct. 28, 2007Man, I feel like a woman.
Opinion
UGA, LSU fans disgrace image of SEC
By Cameron Frye | Oct. 28, 2007It was apparent to me when Georgia scored its first touchdown, one of which I still have my doubts about, that part of what the Southeastern Conference has stood for in its 75 years has been almost completely vanquished.
Opinion
Greek councils impose self-sanctions
By the Editorial Board | Oct. 28, 2007No catchy introduction, no attempts to be witty this time. We'll just come right out and say it: We're proud of the Interfraternity Council and the Panhellenic Council.
Opinion
Concealed weapons can be beneficial
By James Medley | Oct. 28, 2007I am replying to "Students wear holsters to protest" from Friday's Alligator. I understand many students might think twice about allowing concealed weapons on campus.
Opinion
Raising funds not a get-out-free card
By Will Foster | Oct. 25, 2007While I can understand why Mr. Duffey - acting president of disgraced Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, which is suspended through 2011 - does not understand the embarrassment Zeta's function brought to our university, I don't see how anyone else can miss it.
Opinion
Alcohol not just a problem for Greeks
By Nicole Martingano | Oct. 25, 2007I am not affiliated with any Greek organization; I am, however, an alcohol awareness speaker for universities statewide and a UF junior.
