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A&F markets sex; Vagina Monologues doesn’t

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Jessica BlackstockStaff Writer  On Feb. 18 and 19 “The Vagina Monologues” will take place at the Malibu Stage Company.  “The Vagina Monologues” is a play written by Eve Ensler that is now performed around the country and the world. Yes, “The Vagina Monologues” talks about vaginas, and some might view some of the content as inappropriate. However, the goal of the production is … [Read more...] about A&F markets sex; Vagina Monologues doesn’t

Speech sets lofty goals for Bush’s second term

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Scott WithycombePerspectives Assistant On Feb. 2, President Bush set out a broad second-term agenda in a powerful State of the Union address. The president’s speech makes it clear that he will not follow the quieter route of second term presidents. Rather, he will move forward with a plan for reform and change — a plan that will preserve America for future generations.On the … [Read more...] about Speech sets lofty goals for Bush’s second term

Staff Editorial: Overcoming the rivalry divide

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There are many things that divide us as a people.With all the life-changing, precedent-establishing decisions circulating in the United States, we want to encourage peace and unity among the rivalries that exist in our community, Pepperdine University. To help reach our goal of treating everyone equally and loving one another unconditionally, the Graphic thought it important to … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Overcoming the rivalry divide

Iraqi voters take charge in deciding their future

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Kelly DaviesStaff Writer I read the headlines in the weeks before. I heard about the precautions being taken. I saw the names of those killed — American, Iraqi, British — all in the name of democracy. And when Jan. 30 rolled around, I glanced at CNN’s coverage of the Iraqi election and thought briefly to myself, “Thank God.”But really, for what do I have to be thankful?I … [Read more...] about Iraqi voters take charge in deciding their future

Give us condoms, or an STD

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Ryan Breedyk & Noah GodwinStaff Writer & Assistant Sports Editor Valentine’s Day. Did Hallmark create it to cash in on desperate souls trying to make a good impression on loved ones? Or was it flower shops or candy stores? No, it definitely had to be jewelers. Or could it be women desperately hoping for at least one romantic night out of the year?While we can’t say … [Read more...] about Give us condoms, or an STD