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The Democratic Party is dead. R.I.P.

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Scott WithycombePerspectives Assistant Sen. Zell Miller, D-Ga., said it best when in his scathing book he declared that the Democratic Party is “a national party no more.” The truth of that simple phrase became quite apparent Nov. 2 when President George W. Bush comfortably earned a second term — winning 51 percent of the popular vote and capturing 286 electoral votes. Couple … [Read more...] about The Democratic Party is dead. R.I.P.

Textbook disclaimer spark evolution debate

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Melissa OverbeckAssistant Perspectives Editor “Warning: This textbook contains material on evolution. Evolution is a theory, not a fact, regarding the origin of living things. This material should be approached with an open mind, studied carefully and critically considered." These words, printed on stickers in science textbooks, have caused uproar in a Southern Georgia … [Read more...] about Textbook disclaimer spark evolution debate

The O’Harassment Factor

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Ryan WingerStaff Writer We all know Bill O’Reilly, the neo-conservative pseudo-political analyst who likes to think of himself as somewhat of a hero, standing up for the issues that matter to FOX’s predominantly white, middle-class viewership. In case you’ve been living under a rock for a while, O’Reilly hosts the “no-spin zone.” And believe me, nobody gets away with anything … [Read more...] about The O’Harassment Factor

Electoral College has outlived is usefulness

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Sarah CarrilloLiving Editor The past presidential election was one of the most emotionally charged events in recent history, with many people passionately lobbying for one side or the other. As a result, voter turnout was the highest it has been since 1960, when John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon ran against each other. This is definitely something to celebrate. The United … [Read more...] about Electoral College has outlived is usefulness

Facebook MadnessThe Internet’s newest craze has Pepperdine students obsessed

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Ryan Breedyk & Noah GodwinContributing Writer & Assistant Sports Editor Graham Shea / Asst. Photo Editor Pepperdine students have found a new weapon to help combat the seemingly everlasting social boredom that plagues our fine institution. The online meet-and-greet Web site, theface book.com, has exploded across campuses everywhere and is the newest trend at this … [Read more...] about Facebook MadnessThe Internet’s newest craze has Pepperdine students obsessed