1 - The Independent Florida Alligator

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Mocking Andrew Meyer bad journalism

By Noah Beckman | Sep. 17, 2008

Editors of the Alligator, your blasting of former Gator Andrew Meyer was both childish and highly hypocritical. You belittle Meyer for using the non-swear term "blowjob" in a reference to former President Bill Clinton's infidelity and support Accent for cutting his microphone. However, later in the same article you refer to Meyer's actions as "douchebaggery," another offensive term on the same level as Meyer's tame "blowjob."

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

New "90210" not as fresh as original but still one of CW's best

By LaTOYA FERGUSON<br | Sep. 17, 2008

It has been nearly 20 years since Beverly Hills, 90210 debuted, defining a generation with its bad hair, 30-year olds playing high school students and ridiculous polka dot spandex leggings. The new show, simply called 90210, is attempting to define another generation.

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

Latin film directors visit Gainesville for first time in 4th Annual Latino Film Festival

By JESSICA METZGER | Sep. 17, 2008

The Latina Women's League wants to share the diverse stories of Latin America with the Gainesville community. With six independent films, it has organized the Fourth Annual Gainesville Latino Film Festival, which will be different than the past three in that two of the film's directors will make presentations and hold bilingual readings for young children.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Digital Library Contest tests students' research skills online

By MELISSA MILCHMAN | Sep. 17, 2008

Stacey Gray is $150 richer, and she never had to leave a computer.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Ninja Gun takes aim at The Atlantic

By HENRY TAKSIER | Sep. 17, 2008

"Our name is really just a bad inside joke," said Johnathan Coody, vocalist, guitarist and songwriter for the Georgia punk-rock band Ninja Gun, which will perform Saturday at The Atlantic, located at 15 N. Main St.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Band led by 12–year–old guitarist

By LAURA NOVETZKE | Sep. 17, 2008

When he's not going to school, Anthony Kavouklis plays late night gigs, poses for CD photo shoots and rubs elbows with blues legends like Buddy Guy. This creates a balancing act for any adult, but Anthony is 12 years old.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Democrats care about America, too

By Jay Jackson | Sep. 17, 2008

When I read Andrew Fells' Wednesday column about sticking to his conservative values, I was surprised to find that I agreed with nearly everything he said. I also want a president who values the Constitution, which is a document Republicans have been using as a snot rag for eight years. Obama, a Constitutional lawyer, will protect the Constitution and everything it stands for.

METRO

Local NBC station to air next year

By KATHRYN STOLARZ | Sep. 17, 2008

Gainesville's television viewers will soon be able to view local programming on NBC.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Metallica rises from grave state with "Death Magnetic"

By ROBERT HILSON | Sep. 17, 2008

Men grow old. Legends live forever. That's a problem for Metallica. Burdened by paradox, the group's mere relevance in 2008 is a testament not to the graying, leather-clad rockers, but to the near-mythic quality of an era gone by. What's now more brand than band was once a pack of pimply twenty-somethings blessed with a terrifically violent combination of speed, volume and, above all, ability. But passing time, foolish decisions and producer Bob Rock, the grim reaper of thrash, all rendered our heroes disposable. Metal doesn't wear well with age. Even "the quartet of deliverance" gets only so many chances to get back on the horse.

NEWS | CAMPUS STUDENT GOVERNMENT

SG claims code revisions more favorable for students

By THOMAS STEWART | Sep. 17, 2008

UF's Student Government released a statement Wednesday in an effort to explain proposed revisions to the Student Conduct Code's alcohol policy.

NEWS | CAMPUS

UF distributes record number of financial aid

By KATIE EMMETS | Sep. 17, 2008

The first three weeks of the 2008-2009 academic year were record-breaking for UF.

OPINION | COLUMNS

Racism still plays part in U.S. society

Sep. 17, 2008

Judge Jackie Glass told prospective jurors Monday in Las Vegas, "If you are here to think that you're going to punish Mr. Simpson for what happened in Los Angeles back in '95, this is not the case for you."

METRO

Web sites offer free online textbooks to students

By LAUREN BAKER | Sep. 17, 2008

Students may be able to save some money if a new trend in the textbook industry continues.

SPORTS | SOCCER

UF makes trip out west to take on No.5 Portland

By CALLOVI< | Sep. 17, 2008

Most people traveling from Florida to Oregon are going to want to stay for more than a couple of days before making the return trip.

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

Stellar acting in 'Burn Before Reading' lights up screen

By DAVID STUZIN | Sep. 17, 2008

To try to stick "Burn After Reading" into a genre is absolutely impossible. One could call it a comedy, as IMDB.com does, but I think this label does the movie a disservice. Don't get me wrong, you will laugh your head off, but you will also question yourself for laughing at each character's rather depressing life. It's really not a drama, a romance or even a political satire. Rather, the movie transcends genre and focuses on plot, making the style both distinctive and amazingly entertaining.

SPORTS | VOLLEYBALL

Freshman will see familiar faces in match against Georgia

Sep. 17, 2008

The Gators' freshmen will have their first brush with Southeastern Conference play tonight, but that doesn't mean the match will be entirely foreign for a few first-year players.

OPINION | LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Gator Party stands for status quo

By Mark McShera | Sep. 17, 2008

On Wednesday, Student Sen. Jim Martz alleged that the Gator Party does not enlist all of its support from within the Greek community. On this count he is correct. However, Martz also alleged the Gator Party stands for "service" and "tangible results." He seems to be forgetting the Gator Party's long-standing tradition of incompetence, corruption and nepotism.

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Up–and–coming band doesn't sweat small stuff with 'Sweat It Out'

By MEGAN HERON | Sep. 17, 2008

Their tour bus caught on fire, they were dropped from a record deal, and two of the three original members of the band are out. While this might have spelled the end for many bands, The Pink Spiders pushed on. With their latest album, "Sweat It Out," hitting stores Sept. 23, The Pink Spiders will continue to roll with the punches.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Former narcotics officer speaks against drug prohibition

By GUYANA HAND | Sep. 17, 2008

John Baeza, a former narcotics detective for the New York Police Department, remembers the moment he decided to transfer from the narcotics unit years ago.

NEWS | CAMPUS

Rabbi teaches free kosher pickle workshop

Sep. 17, 2008

Rabbi Pickle stood about 5 feet tall with a green apron and a big, red beard.

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