Andrew Meyer's arrest on Monday has no doubt sparked debate about how much force officers can use. Some believe Tasering him was out of line; others think the punishment fit the crime. But before we pass judgment on anyone, consider this snippet from Florida law:
A Taser is hardly "vicious weaponryC as Kyle Cox's Tuesday column stated. The whole point of a nonlethal, safe weapon is to avoid bringing out the actual "vicious weaponry.C
Contrary to reports circulating in southern Florida, wide receiver Deonte Thomspon seems to be content in Gainesville, Gators coach Urban Meyer said Monday evening.
At a news conference Tuesday afternoon, UF President Bernie Machen said he was "embarrassed" by the events at Sen. John Kerry's speech Monday.
The UF administration needs to Taser UPD after its recent display of excessive force, poor judgment and downright bullying of unarmed student Andrew Meyer. These "officers of the lawC should be ashamed of themselves.
On Tuesday, Andrew Meyer rested. His attorney, Robert Griscti, said the stress of being tackled, Tasered and jailed took its toll on the UF telecommunication senior.
Kyle Jackson has gotten second, third and fourth chances - and maybe even more.
For all of those vehemently against what happened at Kerry's speech Monday, I say this: There are two sides to every story.
The UF administration is in trouble.
Videos and online coverage of the Tasering and arrest of UF student Andrew Meyer have fueled a firestorm of controversy, prompting mixed reactions from UF students about the incident and the national attention surrounding it.
Tasers may only be used in "specific circumstances," UF President Bernie Machen said Tuesday at a news conference.
The UF student's arrest brought back memories of my years at Florida and students' protests for civil rights. It seems this student was more interested in his 15 minutes of fame than in his message.
Standing outside the University Police Department on Tuesday, about 300 sweat-drenched UF students demanded explanations for the Tasering of a student by UPD officers Monday.
I am appalled at the aggressive tactics used by University Police Department officers to remove Andrew Meyer from the presentation by Sen. John Kerry. How does using profanity or asking why you are being arrested justify the use of a Taser gun on a defenseless college student?
Andrew Meyer, the UF student who was Tasered and arrested by University Police Department officers Monday, was released from jail about 9 a.m. Tuesday.
The irony of the Taser incident is that it took place on Sept. 17, the day the country celebrates Constitution Day. It is unfortunate both sides could not remain calm and work to a peaceful resolution. But that could be said about anything, including our own national government.
Some people seem to be confused about Monday's events surrounding Meyer, accusing the UPD of censoring Meyer's free speech. This is not the case, so let's give credit where credit is due.
Sharpen up those kissing skills, boys and girls, because that is all a new study says is needed to assess a mate.
Andrew Meyer, the UF student who was Tasered and arrested by University Police Department officers Monday, was released from jail about 9 a.m. Tuesday.
Whether you like your grouper blackened or baked, a UF associate professor has been working on saving the fish favorite for the past 17 years, according to a UF press release.
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