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Shana Pinnock the black church is demonstrated, as well as the disregard that many youths The room lights dim as two lines of feel is directed toward them by the young men and women make their way elders because of their adolescence. through the aisles. The ground seems “We hoped that the elders in the audi­ to come alive as it quivers and shakes ence did not feel that we were trying X from the stamping feet of the perform­ to poke fun at the church through the rrr ers. As the live guitarist, keyboardist, z ‘Worship is 4 Real’ scene,” says co-di­ drummer and saxophone player stroke « rector Kashara Robinson, “...We were out an infectious, pulsating rhythm, a X trying to express how interesting it is booming voice informs the audience that the black church is so universal. that, “...We have been called for such It is so deeply rooted within our cul­ a time as this, not to entertain, but to ture. We were trying to bring forth that minister.” This was the opening scene there is a challenge now, not out of to the AUC Drama Ministry’s “Transi­ disrespect, but because the youths are tions: a Probate Experience like Never trying to find their place in the black Before.” 33 church. Too often do they feel shunned As the AUC Ministry’s first official and uncomfortable in the church be­ show of the school year, Transitions, cause the elders are telling them that which took place Oct. 2 in Morehouse they cannot praise the way they want College’s Sale Hall, proved to be “awe­ to.” The goal appeared to have been some to see so many young people reached, because audience member, working on one accord,” exclaims au­ Darrid Graham, whose granddaughter dience member, Carlotta Griggs. The is a member of the AUC, states, “I just play, which included a variety of skits love to see young people praise God in from past productions, was comprised any way they see fit. I am so happy to of students of Clark-Atlanta Universi­ see the outpouring and the spirit vibe of ty, Spelman College, Morehouse Col­ the young people.. .All that can be said lege, Morehouse 1TC, and Morehouse is that it is just beautiful.” School of Medicine. Transitions incor­ At the conclusion of the perfor­ porated all aspects of the arts. Through ITC and Morehouse School of Medi­ as this one, took place within the AUC. that it is time for them to do God’s mances, Rainey asked audience mem­ song, dance, spoken word, and theater, cine, also explained that, “the AUC Co-director, Brandon Rainey, best vin­ work...[Transitions] is a way to reach bers to come to the stage if they desired the production “was touching and truly Ministry is a blessing to my life and I dicates this by saying, “our main mis- the students within the AUC that do not to grow on a deeper level with their inspirational,” says Clark-Atlanta Uni­ attend church, for what ever reason. If Creator. Instantaneously, several audi­ versity freshman, Chawneé Hunt. a they do not attend church or bible ence members, both men and women, Throughout the entire production, study, we are hoping that they will feel came forth, knelt before the stage, and audience members often interacted compelled to attend a production that prayed. Almost immediately, members with the performers through song, It is so wonderful to see young is not ‘old school,’ but something that of the audience, cast, and crew greet­ laughter, and even tears. During vari­ is of more relevance to their lives. This ed one another with warm embraces. ous moments, audience members were black kids coming together like this is why the play includes stories about Tears were not in short supply, as ev­ so moved by the content of the perfor­ rape, murder, and relationships, among eryone in the area, even on the bal­ mances that they stood up and swayed because we do not see it as often as we other topics.” cony, seemed to pray and smile, all in to the music or shouted praises as if they Spelman College freshman, Des­ the same moment, as a powerful aura were in church. “Transitions touched should.. .1 have never witnessed some­ tinee Moore, noted, “It is so wonder­ moved throughout the room. All of this almost every aspect of my life," ex­ ful to see young black kids coming seemed to sustain Robinson’s aspira­ plains Clive E. Aden III, a performer thing like that in my life. together like this because we do not tion that, “If we [AUC Ministry] do and freshman of Morehouse College. see it as often as we should...What is nothing else, we hope that people see He continued to say, “That is why so - Destinee Moore, Freshman Class even more inspiring is to see the great God through us.” many young people, I think, can relate amount of young black men that were The next show, Miscellaneous to the play.. .Its relevance made it much in the production...! have never wit­ Characters, marks the three-year anni­ easier for me to go forth and perform to am so honored to be a part of this group sion is to remind people who they are. nessed something like that in my life.” versary of the AUC Ministry’s creation, the best of my ability.” Walter R. Higgs of talented young people.” They are to know that they are chosen During one scene, entitled “Wor­ and will take place Nov. 19-20. III, a performer and recent graduate of Many wonder why an event, such men and women of God, and to know ship is 4 Real,” the traditional form of

Hazardous Classrooms at CAU Black Bi White Girl Put Students In Harm’s Way Interracial Belationships Remain Taboo white women. Snipes was once quoted Courtney Salmon & resumed in the building, though the to the fact that the generator, which is as saying “black females do not know Autumn Arnett HaRREAM PlRDIE______conditions students met upon their re­ located on Fair Street right next to the how to treat black males and white A number of Clark Atlanta math turn were unacceptable. building, is fueled by diesel oil. Clark In 1967, Sidney Portier starred females are just easier to get along and science students have been dis­ Students returned to classes to Atlanta’s Facilities Director, Edwin in the groundbreaking “Guess Who’s with.” placed from their regular labs and discover that the rooms were incredibly Taylor, checked the building for toxins, Coming To Dinner.” In the contro­ Donnie Taylor, a senior business fi­ classrooms for almost a month, due to hot and humid and were infiltrated with and determined that there was no threat versial film, Poiter comes home to the nance major from New York City, said, environmental concerns in the univer­ an unpleasant odor. There has been to students’ health, but was unavailable family of his White fiancé to deliver “I just think that white woman are more sity’s McPheeters-Den- for comment. the news that they are engaged. At the submissive and they don’t give you all nis Hall. a A report time, thefilm shocked America because that attitude. When you approach them Wednesday, Au­ published by the Cali­ interracial marriage was considered il­ they are not so full of themselves and gust 31 the power in the I think that all of the classes fornia Air and Re­ legal. However, the award winning they are more open minded. They are building was cut ofifby of­ sources Board and the film brought the issue of interracial not so worried about what you have.” ficials at Georgia Power, should be moved permanently Office of Environmen­ relationships to the forefront with the In the November 1997 issue of the area’s primary power tal Health Hazard As­ possibility that a black man and a white Ebony Magazine, Snipes talks about supplier when there was instead of having students wander sessment confirms that woman could love one another. why he chooses to date white women. a major breakage to the these concerns regard­ Today, interracial relationships re­ Snipes said, “A man doesn’t want to underground wiring to from building to building until ( ing the possibility that main a taboo issue, despite its reoccur­ come home to someone who’s going to the main power line. diesel fuel exhaust is a rences in our society. be mean and aggravating and unkind. Classes were suspended they completely fix the problem. toxic air contaminant Many black women have con­ He doesn’t want to come home to that. while university admin­ are valid discrepancies, tempt for black males who date white He doesn’t want to come home to have istrators met to determine but there has been no women instead of black women. And a fight with someone who is supposed the course of action that Alexandra Conway, Freshman Class confirmation to the fact in response, black males are charged as to be his helpmate. So it’s very natural would ensue. A back-up that these toxins exist in disloyal and many black women feel that he’s going to turn to some place power generator was secured despite speculation that the odor and tempera­ any building on the campus of Clark abandoned and betrayed. This is espe­ that’s more compassionate.” the difficulties faced because of Hur­ ture in the building were the result of Atlanta University. cially the case when prominent black Is this claim an insult to black ricane Katrina, which hit at the same traces of carbon monoxide and higher- Dean of Arts and Sciences, Dr. entertainers and athletes exclusively women or is it a matter of preference? time that Clark faced its challenges, than-normal levels of carbon dioxide Shirley Williams-Kirksey said, “it was date white women. Why do interracial relationships re- and within two days, McPheeters-Den- present in the facility. Actors like Wesley Snipes, Cuba nis was up and running again. Classes Sources attribute the abnormalities continued on page 2 Gooding Jr., and Taye Diggs date only continued on page 5

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College in 2000. Each inductee stood and took an oath of academic integrity social ac­ tivism, and community involvement. “Being inducted into the National So­ ciety of Collegiate Scholars was quite Dewey Fowler an honor,” said sophomore class vice- president Travers Johnson. "Before Do you have an idea for a SGA the induction I wasn’t sure about the event or program? Does your organi­ legitimacy of the organization. How­ zation lack the financial means to ef­ Scott Harris ever, after the ceremony I found myself fectively sponsor an event? filled with excitement about the many The student body has noticed opportunities the organization offers Under the Dewey Fowler Adminis­ Douglas Hall’s new limited hours of in areas of service and leadership. I tration, two new initiatives have been operation and printing allowances. am anxious about becoming active in implemented to facilitate active rela­ Your student trustees have investigated NSCS!" tionships between the various student this matter. Here is what you should Chapter President Dwight Helton organizations and your SGA. These know: applying for more opportunities. "You Jr. expressed his appreciation for the two initiatives include the Co-Oppor­ Jermaine House______The funding for Douglas Hall, are the greatest men in the world” said new members. Helton believes in a tunity Program the Opportunity Grant. also known as the Learning Resource The Morehouse College’s chap­ Washington. “I want you to take what positive future for the NSCS. Both programs cater to the mutual goal Center (LRC), comes from the Title III ter of National Society of Collegiate you have learned and apply it to your “The ceremony was really great. The in providing financial assistance to stu­ Grant, which covers all facility and up­ Scholars inducted 147 new members local community” officer board was especially welcom­ dents and student-ran organizations. keep costs of the student center. The from the sophomore and junior class The NSCS was established in ing and funny” said Marquis Hawkins. More specifically, the Co-Opportunity reason hours of operation and printing on Sept. 22 in Sale Hall’s chapel. 1994 at George Washington University “They gave us some good laughs. The Program applies to student organiza­ were cut is because the cost of keeping Keynote speaker, senior Donald to provide lifetime membership for in­ speakers were excellent especially our tions. Often times, student-run orga­ this service open and unlimited would Washington, encouraged students to dividuals who aspire to academic ex­ keynote speaker. His quotations from nizations plan new and innovative pro­ devour the grant in a short amount of maintain academic integrity. Through cellence. The organization has expand­ Wu Tang and Tupac inspired me. It’s grams, but lack the funds to effectively time and possibly keep you from even references to Tupac Shakur, he encour­ ed to include 215 institutions of higher good to know that the pillars of the or­ execute their plans. Even more so, a having a LRC to utilize. aged giving back to the community and learning, recently including Morehouse ganization were founded on service.” student, who is not a member of any Last year, Michael Nealy, di­ student organization, may have an idea rector of the LRC, in an effort to keep ing down. From hidden cameras to for an event, but lack the funds, knowl­ printing available to students, asked game shows, dating and strip clubs, the edge of the requisitioning process, and each department to donate simply $100 The Truth About cameras have no limitations. Producers the sponsorship of a chartered student for the academic year so that their stu­ say putting normal people in different organization. There are a few guide­ dents could print materials for their situations invoke a “real” reaction. lines that pertain to both of these pro­ various classes; not one department “As long as we have news, we’ll grams and are listed as follows: responded. Reality TV have reality television,” said fourth • Applications for the Co-Opportu­ So how can we ensure that of reality, is classified under the basis year drama major Aaron Jones. “It’s nity Program and the Opportunity Jeremy House______we receive printing and other services that the events are unscripted and fea­ popular; it's real people living vicari­ Grant must be completed at least you need from the LRC? Talk to your Does any one remember the hot tures ordinary people instead of actors. ously. The people are real and in real 2 weeks prior to the prospective department chairs; tell them why you tub scene on the first night with the cast For example, CBS’s “Big Brother” re­ situations, people can relate.” event or program. need printing, and explain to them the of Real World Las Vegas? Or does any­ cords every step and conversation of Like many critics, some audiences • Student organizations may not seek benefits of the LRC. Explain to them one remember when Coral cursed out the cast. believe reality television is silly yet financial assistance from the both why the current hours of printing are Mike during an early morning break­ Because of the recent reality tele­ they still view the good episodes. “1 the Co-Opportunity Program or the often inconvenient for you. Once fast for calling black children slow be­ vision blowup, one might mistake the don’t make it a habit but sometimes I Opportunity Grant and the Senate your department identifies a need for cause of their poor education? Just as genre for the discovery of some pro­ watch ‘Fear Factor.' I make a habit of Appropriations Committee. this, they will be compelled to provide fast as the words carefully slip from his gramming genius. Reality television watching ‘America’s Next Top Mod­ • Keeping with the same theory Sen­ whatever it takes keep 24-hour free tongue, the unapologetic Coral jumped dates back to 1973, with the program el.’” said Jones. ate Appropriations, only programs printing in Douglas Hall. Please help to inform Mike that he was a racist, and “An American Family.” The show doc­ Michael Brewer, sophomore po­ and events with free admission will us make the House a home for you. his assumption was false. umented a family, experiencing a di­ litical science major, said one of his be considered for both of these ini­ Or maybe someone will recall vorce. Lance Loud, the openly gay son, favorites was when “Steven slapped tiatives. Should You Have Any Issues, Com­ the many dramatic moments-I mean helped spearhead the shows entertain­ Irene on ‘The Real World: Seattle’ or Applications can be found in the SGA ments, and Concerns, Contact: fights- of "Making Da Band II” with P. ment value. Similar to reality shows when Gladys beat up Abe on ‘The Real office. All student organizations and Diddy. One precisely: Babs’ immediate to come, the program was controver­ World.”' students are encouraged to apply. Ap- Scott Harris attack on Ness for causing her to miss a sial—tackling harsh criticism and sa- In response to programs such as 830 Westview Drive hair appointment. tyrical replications. “Being Bobby Brown" Jones said it's Unit #141454 Those moments were great to wit­ Without stealing importance from too much; “I don’t wanna watch people Atlanta, GA ness. Nothing compares to watching the beginnings of reality T.V., 1 am live their life.” (404) -275-0042 television and catching someone ex­ forced to mention the "father” of real­ “I like to see people reach their [email protected] plode, and slapping his roommate. ity television, “COPS.” “Cops” placed dreams. I feel it’s given me insight Today “real” moments like those are cameramen inside the law enforce­ into the business, and 1 can live my abundant, as more than half of televi­ ment's back seat. Unscripted narration life through these people, but when sion programming in the U.S. is reality from the officers themselves, “Cops” Omarosa is calling Janice a crack-head 1) Can anyone find Waldo on the television. Major networks scramble to simply let the camera roll while po­ and they play it for two episodes, I yard? invent new reality ideas. licemen fought drug dealers and inter­ can’t stand that. It’s entertaining but I 2) Does he really have both Homecom­ The genre, despite the small degree viewed trans-gender prostitutes. Oc­ wouldn’t watch it too long.” ing concerts on lock? casionally the viewers would catch an Jones shares an optimistic view, 3) Finally got rid of that one grey foul exciting shoot-out. It was the ultimate “The popularity is good, I just think it’s shirt, huh? real life good guy hunting down the another challenge for actors. We just 4) Do they charge booth rent at the bad guy. have to be more real, it’s not a set back, Kilgore Barber Shop? Flashing forward to the year 2000, we can't act like real people; our com­ 5 ) So now that you crossed, what do the reality theme gives no sign of slow- petition is real people.” you do? 6) Did those 60 students get hazed, too? THE MAROON TIGER 7) Do you look at yourselves when you 830 Westview Drive, SW do "the jumprope”? 8) I bet you still have not turned in your Box 40 Hazardous blue sheet, right? Atlanta, GA 30314 9) Did those girls get hotter after last Vol. LXXX, No.V - 8 pages Classrooms at CAU spring? 10) Are the Sigmas the new Alphas or Nicholas Austin, ‘06 Alphas the new Sigmas? Editor-in-Chief 11 )Why are YOU sitting by that plot .’ Alan Clarke, '06 William Bowser, ‘06 Continued from front page 12) You know that you have to repay The university is still work­ your refund checks, right? Managing Editor Chief Layout Editor Nicole Sandifer______ing to find new locations for several Shannan Smith, ‘06 13) What tape? determined that the situation was not a classes, and admittedly, some profes­ 14) So after 10 robberies now you want Copy Editor major challenge." Dr. Williams-Kirk­ sors may have to adjust their teaching to guard the suites? Jonathan Blocker, ‘06 Donald Crump, ‘06 Donald Washington, ‘06 sey believes that students are at no risk, styles accordingly, but it can be done, 15) Did those girls use the golden wrap­ Production Manager Advertising Manager Business Manager and though they may be uncomfort­ and it will be done without sacrificing per to sell the golden ticket? able, she feels the university is taking any person’s health. 16) If you can make him your host, NEWS BUSINESS all necessary steps to ensure the safety Dr. Williams-Kirksey said, ANDRE McCAIN, *06, Campus News Editor why can't he be Mr. Senior’ GREENE MILLER, ‘06, Business Editor of students, as well as staff members. JERMAINE HOUSE, ‘08, Auoc/are Editor “The University cares about its stu­ 17) Inc Link or Movement.’ JEREMY BROWN, ‘06, World & Local Editor LAYOUT Vice President Dr. Joel Har­ dents... we want our students to be 18) Did he really deserve to be fired J. TOWNSEND-ROGERS, ‘06, Associate Editor MATTHEW MORRISON, ‘06, Associate Editor rell agrees with Dr. Williams-Kirksey. comfortable.. .1 will do all that I can to like that? NICHOLAS HARRIS, ‘08, Associate Editor "Our staff monitors the building daily, ARTS, ETC. NICHOLAS GOWENS, ‘08, Associate Editor ensure that that happens." 19) Did you really have to bring your and has found no evidence of harmful DEON EMBRY, ‘06, Ans Editor P. DeFORREST SCISNEY, ‘07, Gr^taM/ror Despite the fact that the build­ momma up man? TRAVIS GOODE, ‘06, Graphics Editor ANTHONY ROBINSON, ‘06, Associate Editor fumes,” he said. ing has been deemed safe for classes to 20) If you graduated, why are you still CONTRIBUTORS So if there is no real threat, resume, the students nodding in class SPORTS on the yard? SCOTT HARRIS MELONY VARNADO why are some people getting so worked because they cannot bear the heat, the KENNETH M. JULIAN, ‘06, Spans Editor SHANA PINNOCK AUTUMN ARNETT NICOLE SANDIFER COURTNEY SALMON up over the issue? Because the per­ relocated labs making it difficult for Bonus Questions: W HASSAN MARSH BELINDA FREEMAN ceived threat is ever present. There PHOTOGRAPHY JOHN BURNETT CARRON J. PHILLIPS professors to conduct class, the lack of Does the bootman get commission? ROBERT GAINES, '06, Photography Editor GREENE MILLER DEWEY FOWLER are some classes that teachers refuse to air circulation throughout McPheeters- MARCEL WILLIAMS, ‘06, Associate Editor Have you met Brother Africa? conduct in the hall, and whose classes SPECIAL THANKS: Dennis, and the disruption in profes­ Will you talk crazy to another cafe FEATURES ADRIENNE HARRIS meet in a different location on most sors office hours...are all factors that worker? HARREAM PURDIE, *06, Features Editor JOHNNY NIMES days. Freshman business major Alex­ remain. JEREMY HOUSE, ‘08, Associate Editor Are green shirts really for pimps? ADVISORS andra Conway, who has three classes Though lives are not in danger, it Does the AUC have enough pageants? DR JOCELYN JACKSON in McPheeters-Dennis said, “I think EDITORIALS DR. JOSEPH MCCRAY is hard to deny that some may find it Can you buy T-Shirts from your Resi­ NICHOLAS SNEED, ‘06, Editorials Editor BRODERICK McGRADY that all of the classes should be moved increasingly difficult to focus on the dent Director? DARYL HANNAH, ‘06, Senior Columnist JOHNNY NIMES, permanently instead of having students Biology (or Chemistry or Botany or Are they Back? Associale Dean ofStudent Services wander from building to building until Algebra) lessons at hand. Why are you still grinding? they completely fix the problem.” Does your preacher stunt on 24s? W Recycle The Maroon Tiger

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blocking entrances to the Pentagon. public officials. VV. Hassan Marsh Sheehan started her crusade to stop Scott McClellan, a Bush spokesper­ Authorities arrested Cindy Shee­ the war in Iraq after losing her son, son, noted that the protests were "well- han, often referred to as "Peace Mom." Casey, in an ambush in Sadr City, Iraq intentioned," but that “the president for protesting without a permit against last year. strongly believes that withdrawing [US the Bush administration and its desire The demonstration was a part of a troops from Iraq] would make the US to stay in Iraq. larger effort by United for Peace and less safe and make the world more dan­ Justice to urge officials on Capitol Hill gerous.” In a display of civil disobedience, to call for a withdrawal of American "We are not waging a war on terror over 400 protestors marched from a troops from Iraq and Afghanistan. Two in this country. We’re waging a war of nearby park to the gates of the White days prior, an estimated 300,000 protes­ terror...on the world," said Sheehan. House to request a meeting with Presi­ tors descended upon the National Mall. Sheehan’s actions have served dent Bush. The protesters then sat The day before, a weaker counter-pro­ the collective consciousness. Lynn down and chanted "Stop the war now!’’ test by the "You Don’t Speak for Me, Woolsey of the Congressional Progres­ After being warned that they were vio­ Cindy" campaign of Move America sive Caucus said, “Sheehan is waking lating the law, police started to arrest Forward, drew about 500 people who up America.” the protestors. While some protestors said that they represented the “silent Jesse Jackson even likened fled the scene, many happily waited to majority.” her to Civil Rights figures. "Just like be arrested. In the two months that Sheehan’s Rosa Parks, Cindy Sheehan has trig­ Approximately, 370 people were campaign has been going on, her arrest gered a public policy debate that’s big­ arrested for protesting without a per­ is the most recent occurrence. Her ef­ ger than her as a personality. She has mit, a misdemeanor, and charged a S50 forts began with a 26-day demonstra­ unleashed a dynamic that is calling into fine, while one person was charged for tion near Bush’s Texas ranch, where question the basis of this war. Accord­ was the only state school system to shut Shana Pinnock crossing a police line. Earlier in the she drew a considerable amount of at­ ing to Sheehan, “we need a people’s down school in order to conserve gas. day, 41 protesters were arrested for tention and support from the press and movement to end this war.” Two weeks ago. loud cheers erupt­ The problem was not just the amount ed from nearly every school bus riding of gas available to Georgia drivers, through Georgia as if school had just but the unavailability of enough diesel let out for the summer. School did let gas. Richard Cobb, executive director out, but not for beautiful beaches and of the Georgia Petroleum Council, re­ suntan lotion. Georgia Governor, Son­ ported that the flow of gas and diesel to Doing Bet Relief ny Perdue, gave two “snow days” for metro Atlanta is about 10 percent shy Georgia public schools in order to con­ of where it ought to be. centrate on the conservation of gasoline "I understand the reason, but I within the school bus system. hate the fact that children and educa­ governor of Texas, received word of perceived inaction regarding Hurricane Jason Townsend-Rogers Perdue’s decision to cancel school tion had to be sacrificial lambs for Hurricane Rita’s imminent arrival, he Katrina. Due to Brown’s poor handling has been both criticized and praised. the sake of diesel," Southwest Atlanta When Hurricane Rita ran its immediately ordered evacuations and of FEMA’s operations in the wake of Parents were critical of not only the Christian High School junior. Amber course, it caused the deaths of countless made himself receptive to federal as­ Hurricane Katrina, he announced his timing, but of the measure taken to Horn said. "Parents would have gladly individuals and raised questions about sistance. Gov. Blanco gave the appear­ resignation on Sept. 12; his character conserve gas. “This is ridiculous," taken their children to school," Hom the capabilities of our administration. ance of a more composed government was also called into question during John Jackson, of Atlanta, said. "What said. Hom’s school, which is private, This path consisted of the annihilation official in this instance. This dispar­ this time, since it was revealed that is my daughter supposed to do while was closed. However, there were other of locations in Louisiana towns such ity in responses leads one to wonder he lacked the experience necessary to I’m at work, and I haven’t had any time private schools which were open, such as Cameron and Holly Beach, as well what caused one catastrophe to receive manage FEMA. to prepare,” the father of one added. as Woodward Academy and the Lovett as causing extensive flooding in Texas punctual emergency maneuvers, while After his resignation, Michael In the minds of parents, the timing School. "If he [Perdue] is going to refinery towns in Port Arthur and Beau­ the other received a delayed reaction. Brown was asked to appear before could not have been worse. "I’m sit­ ‘suspend’ school, then he should man­ mont. While individuals will spend a great Congressional committees that queried ting in rush hour traffic, and I hear on date it. Without mandating it, his deci­ In response to this disaster. Presi­ deal of time posting blame to everyone the federal, state, and local response to the radio station that school is closed sion seems rather unimportant," Hom dent George W. Bush took a trip to from the state officials to local au­ Katrina. In his testimony, Brown said, for two days—because of gas! I could said. Texas and Louisiana shores on Sept. 24 thorities, it remains to be seen whether "Mississippi and Alabama had evacu­ not believe it,” Samantha Stewart, of Sandy Creek High School teacher, to survey the damage inflicted by Hur­ scrutiny can be laid upon a singular ated properly but that New Orleans Lithonia, said. Rosemary Barnes, had a slightly differ­ ricane Rita. This excursion consisted institution. However, to many, this un­ Mayor Ray Nagin and Louisiana Gov­ Parents were not the only ones ent twist to the governor’s decision. “I of Bush's helicopter hiking twice over certainty has not excused the actions of ernor Blanco were reluctant to order an critical of the governor's timing. Flat understand and agree to an extent with Cameron. The president also journeyed FEMA, an organization that has come evacuation." He also said, “My grav­ Rock Middle School Principal, Oatha the governor, but there should have over various beaten areas in Texas with under fire recently for its actions re­ est error was not recognizing that, for Mann was not very happy with the tim­ been more thought put into the deci­ the city’s governor, Rick Perry as well garding the calamites. whatever reasons by Saturday, Aug. 27 ing either. "It was Friday, at 3:50 p.m. sion to cancel school," Barnes said. as discusses matters with officials in Although FEMA showed slight that Louisiana was dysfunctional." when we got the word. Teachers and Barnes’ issue was not specifically with Lake Charles. signs of improvement by responding His comments sparked the ire of faculty had pretty much left and fin­ the governor’s decision, but it was with The response of the Bush adminis­ quicker to Hurricane Rita than Hurri­ Nagin and Blanco. Nagin said, "The ished their plans for next week." Mann the parents. "The parents' response to tration to the trials surrounding Hurri­ cane Katrina, the company still report­ federal government, state government, said. “I think that we should have not the cancellation of school makes school cane Rita mirrored the actions that he ed being caught off-guard by the 1,500 and local government did not have the had school on Thursday and Friday of sound like some glorified baby-sitting took in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. persons who went to their disaster re­ processes, in my opinion, to deal with a the next week, rather than Monday and service," Barnes said. When Katrina decimated the state of lief center on Sept. 28, which caused storm of this magnitude. Tuesday," Mann said. With the public school system back Louisiana on Aug. 29, Bush promised them to close it off, only to resume “Mr. Brown is under a great deal of Perdue’s critics are alive against in business, there is a gloomy cloud that the victims would be eligible for entry on Thursday. Ross Ferdenburg. pressure, I feel sorry for him." Blanco his decision; however, many people hovering over gas stations. The con­ S2.000 in emergency aid; similar ac­ a spokesperson for FEMA. cited the accused Brown of “making falsehoods support Perdue’s decision to suspend clusion of Gov. Perdue’s September tax tions occurred in this situation as well. poor communications between Austin and misleading statements; it clearly school. One of his advocates was Pres­ break will force gas prices back up to However, this was the only simi­ and rural Texas as contributing to the demonstrates the appalling degree ident George W. Bush. Bush praised over S3 per gallon. larity that existed concerning the re­ delayed responses. However, he also to which Mr. Brown is clearly out of Gov. Perdue’s decision because of his In addition, according to the Atlan- sponses to these disasters. The mayor said, "We had set up distribution points touch with reality or truth." awareness towards the national crisis. ta-Joumal Constitution, starting Nov. of New Orleans, Ray Nagin, waited un­ in 27 southeastern cities." Despite these “Gov. Perdue of Georgia, I thought, 1, consumers will pay a couple of cents til the last possible moment to order the efforts, government officials like Port While Michael Brown may be re­ showed leadership by saying, ‘We’ve extra on top as a higher state gas tax citizens of his city to leave. Louisiana Arthur Mayor Oscar Ortiz still refer to garded with public scrutiny, he remains got to anticipate a problem, here’s what takes effect. With this year’s hurricane Gov. Blanco failed to notify an evacua­ FEMA’s actions as inadequate. on FEMA’s payroll and still consults the we need to do to correct it,”’ Bush told season still in effect until November, tion until days before the storm became The main source of FEMA’s inad­ organization on situations surrounding reporters in a press conference held in motorists can do nothing more than re­ a natural disaster. equacy is Michael Brown, the former the hurricane. Washington D.C. main patient until the hurricane season Rita, by comparison, offered no director of FEMA’s operations who has Perdue, and the state of Georgia, ends. such problems. When Rick Perry, the received negative publicity due to his

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If employment is the route for Freshman, sophomores, and ju­ you, it’s time to polish those resumes, niors: For those of you interested in the That is the question that many com­ Continued from front page create those cover letters and start to recruitment processes of some of the ing out of school may be considering. apply to your firm(s) of choice. Even major firms this is the time for you to The answer, as with many issues, is Courtney Salmon & black males are more sexually equipped well-equipped underclassmen may be­ begin your search to learn more about that it depends. There are many HaRRF.AM PlRDIE______than white men? I just question, as a gin to take inventory and pursue their the companies that you might want to things that you must consider when main taboo? Is it racism? Or are these mother or an aunt, why is this white fe­ options in search of that great summer work for. The recruitment season for looking to purchase a house. You must attitudes prejudicial? male with my son or nephew?” internship that will catapult them into summer employment usually ramps up have credit and you should probably Kathleen Crosby, a senior drama There are others who ask the same the elite group of students that have toward the beginning of December and only be looking to buy if you have a major at Clark Atlanta University, said, questions as Smith. Donnie Taylor solid work experience and therefore a runs through early May. Don’t procras­ solid credit score. Additional consider­ “I think that blacks should let go of the said, “I think many of them date black leg up on their competition. tinate though, as the best opportunities ations when purchasing a home are the whole race issue.” Crosby said that males because of the size myth.” will be secured early. It’s never too ear­ down payment, closing and other costs, personally she has no problem with a Interracial relationships are under a Seniors: Before you begin to apply ly to start surveying the landscape and and location. black man dating a white girl. Accord­ societal microscope for many reasons. anywhere, note that a solid resume is determining what appeals to you. The ing to Crosby, blacks should get over How does the black community ad­ worth its weight in gold. Highly selec­ possibilities are endless. Additionally, Investing for the Rest of Us the interracial issue and address more dress the issue? tive firms in the most demanding indus­ those interested in Investment Banking important problems like financial secu­ Kathleen Crosby said, “I believe tries are currently recruiting. When the and Management Consulting, two of The stock market has universal ap­ rity and education. that we should accept interracial re­ winter vacation rolls around, the choic­ the sexier fields, should definitely get peal. When you turn on the television in Many blacks also believe that white lationships. We should not judge our est opportunities will be exceedingly those grades up and work on those re­ the morning and listen to the news there women play an important role in inter­ brothers because they prefer white hard to come by. If you’re uncertain of sumes. These two fields are great train­ is always mention of corporate earn­ racial courting. "I question the rea­ women; we should get to know them.” your future career, take advantage of ing grounds for those looking to hone ings announcements and other busi­ soning that white women go after our Acceptance continues to be a diffi­ your resources in deciding what areas their quantitative as well as qualitative ness news. The evening’s news always brothers," said April Smith of Marietta. cult task for the black community. Mu- you might want to pursue. The teach­ business skills. refers to the DOW Jones average mov­ April Smith is a black woman and the jihad Muhammad, an applied physics ers in the Business department have a ing this way or that. So much money is aunt of a Morehouse College student. major from Boston Massachusetts, said wealth of information for students of For those interested in less ortho­ made through investing in the markets, “Do white women date black men for it best, “Real love is indiscriminate.” all majors. Dr. Keith Hollingsworth is dox career paths the road may be more but there is such a huge amount of in­ bragging rights'.’ Do they choose broth­ If the black community holds this to be a phenomenal resource. He has con­ challenging inasmuch as you will have formation it can be a daunting task for ers because of the size myth? 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t J Recycle The Maroon Tiger WEONESDAV .0(1 OBER 5, 2005 The Maroon Tiger !■Editorials ■ How Hollywood Keeps Us Down as a Race where the characters solve their problems without Nicholas Sneed______weapons and profanity? Oh that’s right, because no When did we get off that midnight train to one would watch them. Georgia and hop on the twisted train to Holly­ Of course, these films show many realistic wood? When did we embrace and accept movies sides of black people. There are black pimps, drug that portray African Americans as thugs, thieves, dealers, criminals and hoes in this world. Howev­ LSAT GMAT GRE MCAT DAT pimps, hoes and crack addicts? It is more a ques­ er, there are extremely too many movies about it tion of why we support films that show the most and people get way too excited about seeing them. negative sides of our race and why we let ourselves There are movies about black doctors, politicians, become Hollywood victims. Movies like “Hustle revolutionaries, and African American history, but and Flow,” “Rize,” and “Baby Boy” are three there are ten times more films portraying the exact examples of movies that keep African Americans opposite. How would down. How can we expect to make progress and Look back at recent movies in which Denzel eliminate negative stereotypes, when we willingly Washington, Morgan Freeman, and Samuel L. and opening acclaim these movies? Jackson had their first breakthroughs. Washington “Hustle and Flow," which received great re­ played a slave in “Glory” (whose award winning you score? views, is nothing more than a story about a worn scene was him crying while being whipped), Free­ out thirty-something-year-old pimp (Terrance man played a treacherous pimp in “Street Smart,” Howard) who has a dream of improving himself and Jackson played a crack head in “Jungle Fever” Take a practice test at by becoming a rapper. The tag line for this movie . These are supremely talented black men, don’t “Everyone has a dream” is merely a cover up for they deserve better? Black actors and actresses Kaplan’s Test Drive and find out. the real message of the movie. playing stereotypical and extremely negative roles That message, directly or indirectly woven are rapidly becoming a trend in the movie business. October 8th 10:00am into the script by white director Chris Brewer, is That is exactly the sort of trend Hollywood wants. basically saying, “This is how I see African Amer­ How long are we going to allow the worst as­ Morehouse College Sale Hall icans.” Every dollar black moviegoers spent to see pects of black behavior to be paraded around the this movie only validates his judgments. When we big screen like a freak show? Fifty years ago, Af­ For more info contact paid to see it we agreed to both messages. rican Americans were boycotting the bus system, Jessica Brown @ [email protected] or African Americans complain that they are con­ holding sit-ins and organizing rallies against these stantly subjected to negative stereotypes. Why do exact same stereotypes. It seems as though we have Clarinda Ramsey @ 404-681-2800 x2862 we voluntarily watch movies that are filled to the forgotten for what our ancestors fought and died. brim with them ? “Rize” is another example of a Lazily, we have stopped caring and decided To register, call or visit us online today! film that does nothing but load our minds with im­ to just go along with the flow. If we continue to ages of what we are “supposed" to be. blindly accept films that beat us down as a race, The movie is about the history of a dance eventually no one will be able to tell the difference movement, with roots in clowning and street youth between black people who are doing positive things 1-800-KAP-TEST culture that rises out of South Central Los Ange­ with their lives and black people who unfortunately kaptest.com les. It is supposedly about dancing, but “Rize" is are not. Just because a movie receives good reviews rated PG-13 for suggestive content, drug refer­ does not make it a “good” movie. ences, foul language and brief nudity. “Get Rich or Die Trying,” featuring 50 Cent, is Test Prep and Admissions “Baby Boy" is yet another pointless movie that coming out this fall. Whether or not the messages ♦Test names are registered trademarks of their respective owners. only makes black people look irresponsible and and portrayals of black people as a whole will be incompetent. This movie revolves around Jody positively represented in this film is still hard to (Tyrese Gibson), who according to The Earth’s tell. However, with an infant on his shoulder and a Biggest Movie Database is “a young, unemployed, gun hoisted down the back of his pants, an affirma­ selfish, and immature black man who won’t leave tive message does not seem likely. Young African the nest of his mama’s home, even though he has a Americans will most likely wait in hour-long lines son and a daughter by two different women.” across the nation to view this film, all the while for­ In the end Jody realizes he has to grow up, but getting that by celebrating these movies they allow only after a lot of gun violence, family strife and white corporate America to confirm what they have fist fights. 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W Recycle The Maroon Tiger The Maroon Tiger Wednesday.October 5, 2005 Arts, Etc* ■ II What s going on Maroon Tiger Readers? We in the Arts, Etc. section are all about showcasing the talent of our own AUC artists. So, if you’re making some noise locally and are on your grind, no matter if it’s dancing, singing, modeling or writ­ ing, please let us know so we can showcase you in our “Next Up” section of Arts, Etc. You can do this by contacting Deon Broaden Your Embry (Arts, Etc. Editor) at: [email protected]. Submit a brief bio and a sample of your talent Please serious inquiries only. Horizons Someone else you may not know John Burnett______about is dancehall legend Sizzla . His Hollywood Couples; How We miss out on so much good blend of Rastafarian theology and West music, because so many times we get Indian dancehall rhythm makes him a caught up in the labels that are as­ strong candidate for the next to gain signed to the music. We become so mainstream success in the States. Siz­ Long Will They Last? zla has a cult-like following in several close-minded that some of us rarely ever venture out of the Hip Hop and large markets already, but has yet to 2 the relationship’s success. R&B genres, yet there is so much more hit the mainstream. Two tracks you > can check out are “Dry Cry” and “Be m0 Jermaine Dupree and Janet Jack- out there. With so much expression and son are one of the most visibly odd creativity, how could someone restrict Strong.” couples. With the constant questioning themselves? So, I plan to introduce Check out Lil Brother hailing from r of why they are together, many are not some acts that you might not already North Carolina. This one is for the avid convinced that it is anything more than be familiar with. Hip Hop fans. The group is reminiscent CO © a publicity stunt. Celebrity friends of Brazilian Girls, a band of three of A Tribe Called Quest. The group has £ been hitting the underground scene ÍTcZ Janet say that this is the happiest they gents and one lady, incorporate “elec­ X have ever seen her. Regardless of what trónica, jazz, and reggae” in their music hard for many years now and recently everyone says, the fact remains that this to create a unique sound. Their music released “The Minstrel Show.” Hope­ talented couple has been together for has a relaxing, lounge feel to it. Some fully, they too will receive the recog­ awhile and have not given any indica­ tracks I recommend are “Lazy Lover” nition they deserve for their ingenuity. tions that they will be calling it quits. and “Dance till the Morning.” Try downloading “Lovin It” ft. Joe In fact, it seems that their love has Scudda and “Beautiful Morning.” encouraged another rapper and singer duo to blossom on the Hollywood scene. Bow Wow and Ciara, are one of the newest and most talked about couples who do not mind staying in the public’s view. Mixed feelings have GOSSIP FOLKS gone out about whether or not she is Peon Embry______licly. Could this be why it seems to be too much of a woman for him, in both A Check On Facts one of the longest lasting Hollywood height and age. But their new hit song, They appear to be everywhere, and relationships? But with the constant “Like You,” which has stayed on the Once again the Louis Vuitton Don most times it is evident they are into flash of cameras, pressing next-level BET Countdown for weeks, gives the Melony Varnado has made headlines. Kanye West seems each other despite the crowds and glitz questions and unsupported rumors, this impression that neither of those ob­ to have a way with words whether it’s that swirl about them. They are the ce­ couple stays in the press. stacles truly matter. According to Bow in his tricky rhyme scheme or dealing lebrity couples who seem so perfect for There are some couples, however, Wow “everything talked about on that with issues that affect black people in each other; those loving twosomes who that keep their relationship on the hush song is real”. our society. But have his comments appear in public holding hands and be­ or merely just don’t receive as much With many more celebrity couples cost him too much this time? ing romantic. With hot couples like the press as others. Nelly and Ashanti have like Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Park­ Rumor has it that PepsiCo has de­ secretive Jay-Z and Beyoncé, incom­ allegedly been dating for a minute and er, T.I and Xscape member Tiny, and cided to drop their endorsement deal prehensible Jermaine Dupree and Janet are working their way to solidifying Brandy and NBA star Quentin Rich­ with Kanye due to his off-script criti­ Jackson who are the mentors to Bow- their relationship through marriage. ardson, where does the Morehouse cism of George W. Bush and the Hur­ Wow and Ciara, and Nelly and Ashanti, They reportedly are engaged. Man fit in to getting a famous girl? It ricane Katrina press coverage, which celebrity dating has become a part of Whether this couple did not receive must be all about the timing because aired on NBC’s Concert for Hurricane our own personal lives. much publicity because they chose to what woman would not want a man of Relief on Sept. 2. Hip Hop royality Jay-Z and “the hide it or it just was not one of the cho­ distinction like a man of Morehouse? Stay tuned to “The Maroon hottest chick in the game wearing his sen hot topics, their relationship has Keep reading “The Maroon Tiger” Tiger” Arts & Etc. section for a fact chain” Beyoncé, are one of the hottest proven to be more successful out of the Arts,Etc. section, and I am sure you check on this bit of gossip in next celebrity couples and yet never actually public’s eye. There seems to be a direct will hear about one of your brothers week’s issue. confess their love for one another pub­ correlation between their secrecy and with a celebrity girl. Image: www.vnn.vn

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John Blrnett______journey, Dwele questions his status as a pimp, but towards the end of the pil­ Many listeners did not know that grimage we see the artist dealing with this sultry brother dropped his appro­ the possibility of love in “I Think I bated first album, “Subject”, but Dwele Love You.” is back with his second coming “Some An unnatural interruption comes Kinda.” Dwele, talented writer, pro­ in the form of “Keep On.” This track ducer and songwriter, at age 26 is back featuring fellow Detroit natives, Slum with his trademark amalgamation of Village, does not seem to fit the slow jazz, rhythm and blues and hip hop to and erotic mood on the album and the provide a follow up to his premier al­ production (Jermaine Dupree) seems bum. The expectations are high for the more catered to the rappers then the Detroit native. Will he rise above the singer making this song, which had cusp to reach fame and fortune or will much potential. he fade to oblivion as so many artists The highlight of this album is do when they fail to produce on their Dwele’s collaboration with long-time sophomore outputs? legend and saxophonist, Boney James. Dwele sets the tone for what seems This slow-moving, melodic seduction to be a smooth and relaxing ride in the moves the album back to its initial first couple of tracks especially dur­ mood. ing the lounge-inducing “Holla.” His This album leaves me wonder­ music reeks of maturity and intimacy ing, can neo-soul become formulaic? I and carnal sexuality while not depict­ failed to see the innovation and creativ­ ing obscene images as so many R&B ity. This work lacked depth pertaining acts resort to. to subject content. There’s no doubt A strength of this album is that each that “Some Kinda” is pleasing to the song seems to flow into the next; tak­ ear and would be the ideal soundtrack ing you from one emotion to the next. for a “grown and sexy” date or lounge The themes also transition as the mood outing, but I cannot see it being useful swings. At the commencement of this for much else. J O Recycle The Maroon Tiger Wednesray.October 5, 2005 The Maroon Tiger -8- Sports Heisman Hopefuls Olympian In

season as a starting quarterback, and he Carron J. Phillips more running back, Adrian Peterson, is the third choice as a Heisman candi­ has the intangibles of going off at any The Making As the college football season has date. The 6'2, 211 -pound, back posted moment because he has great blood­ kicked off and almost near its half way 1,925 rushing yards in his freshmen lines. point, 1 guess it’s time for me to add season and should have won the award Marcus Vick has good chance of my two cents on the 2005 Heisman last year, but freshmen never win the winning the Heisman because he is a my number one choice; I’ve wanted to candidate race. Now I personally be­ Heisman. throw first run second quarterback, un­ go there for a few years now. But pret­ lieve that there are only five legitimate The skinny on Peterson is that he like his brother, and has a pretty accu­ ty much all the big Division I schools candidates, but there are some players will have another great year for the rate arm. But he does have a tarnished wanted me. who could crack the top five as the sea­ Sooners, but his Heisman chances past and I believe that it may be a rea­ son progresses. Here are The Maroon may dwindle as the season progress­ son why he might not win the presti­ MT: What made you stay? Tiger’s top five candidates for the Heis­ es. Oklahoma is currently unranked gious award this season. KM: I’d rather graduate from More­ man Trophy. The last house, plus I have great teammates and The first selec­ candidate for a very supportive coach that I wouldn’t tion is the Heis­ the Heisman get at a Division I school. man winner from race is also the last year, USC pick to win the MT: Do you plan on making high quarterback Matt award. jumping a career? KM: I would like to go pro. Leinart. Lein- The 6’5, Belinda Freeman art is the favorite 230-pound among most ana­ quarterback Coming from an athletic family, MT: Will you be able to get there lysts and is look­ from The Uni­ being an athlete is no big deal, but be­ through Morehouse? ing to become versity of Texas ing ranked sixth in the nation while KM: Well, Division I schools have big­ the second player named Vince attending Morehouse is. Junior, Keith ger track & field budgets so I would to ever win the Young, will be Moffatt from Newport News, VA is just get really good training but I’ll be suc­ prestigious award this year's Heis­ that. In 2004, then a freshman, Moffatt cessful no matter where I'm at. I’m twice; Archie man trophy win­ missed the qualifying standard for the like number six in the country from Griffin from Ohio ner. Why? Olympic team by a little over and inch. a Division II school ranked first on a State is the only Well let’s The 6’8 high jumper is very confident collegiate level. I’ll just have to train player to accom­ look at the facts: about his talent, but is humbled by harder like I have been. plish this feat. he’s 6’5, fast, his athletic experiences. I recently sat The 6’5 senior can’t be brought down with Moffatt to find out his views MT: Speaking of training how has is coming off an down by one on the Olympics, Pros, & college. your training been at Morehouse? amazing season person, and can KM: The track budget was cut last year and has returned throw when nec­ Maroon Tiger: How long have you so it could be better. I did a lot of train­ to USC this fall in essary. If that been high jumping? ing overseas. search of a third wasn't enough, Keith Moffatt: Since the ninth grade. consecutive na­ he single hand- MT: How do you feel about the More­ tional title. Lein­ edly destroyed, MT: How long have you been good house Athletic Department? art doesn't have arguably the at it? KM: I’ve beaten my own record twice a chance of win­ greatest football KM: (laughs). Since high school. I was so I can’t complain. The coaching is ning this award program of all a 2X Nationals winner and a Junior great. A lot of focus is put on the bas­ again. He’s good, time, the Michi­ Olympics winner. ketball and football team. We win Na­ but not good gan Wolverines, tionals! And I’ve never seen ESPNU at enough to win it in the Rose MT: How does it feel to just miss the our track meets or a track star on the Image: www-xews.uchicago.edu twice; besides, his Bowl last year. 2004 Olympic team? front of The Maroon Tiger. We have a running back Reggie Bush is the best and having one of their worst seasons And if the Rose Bowl wasn’t KM: I should have made it but I was in­ great team and we could use more at­ player in the country and they are go­ in years. This will put more strain on enough evidence for you, check out his jured in the beginning of the year. I was tention...and money, (laugh) ing to split more votes this season. Peterson and make it easier for other stats from the Ohio State game earlier a freshman so I was okay with placing The second selection as a Heisman teams to key in on Oklahoma’s running this season. But, if the Texas Long­ fourth. MT: What has been your best ath­ trophy candidate is USC’s dynamic game. horns don't beat the Oklahoma Sooners letic experience thus far? running back/wide receiver Reggie Peterson should already have a this year, Young can kiss the Heisman MT: What about the 2008 Olympic KM: Competing overseas with Team Bush. The 6’0, 200-pound junior has Heisman in his trophy case, and if his goodbye. It doesn't look like that will team? USA...It was great. I got to see the been the most electrifying and talented team does not improve while he’s still happen this season. So you all should KM: Oh I’ll definitely be on that team. world. player in college for the last two years, enrolled at Oklahoma, his chances for expect Mr. Young to be hoisting the I’m training even harder now. but has never received all of the full the award will continue to slip away. Heisman at season’s end. MT: Where did you go? spotlight because he shares the running Marcus Vick is the fourth Heisman Other Heisman hopefuls that are MT: What’s up with the rumors KM: Everywhere: Crete, Barbados, back position with LenDale White and hopeful. Some people may read this lurking on the radar are Florida quar­ about you transferring to a bigger/ London, Paris, Sweden and Athens. is overshadowed at times by Leinart’s and ask why Vick beacuse this is his terback Chris Leak, Wisconsin tailback Division I school? MT: How did you do? amazing aerial numbers. His great first season as a starter. And I will say Brian Calhoun, and Memphis running KM: (laughs). Actually, I was supposed KM: I did well but I wasn’t able to com­ breakaway skills will not let him shake to them that his last name is V-I-C-K, back Deangelo Williams. to leave after this semester but I’m pete in the World Games in Finland. loose of Leinart’s shadow. and that is all the evidence you need. staying here at Morehouse... I think! Oklahoma’s phenomenal sopho­ Truthfully, Vick is having a great first (laughs) No really I’m staying MT: Well Keith, what should we be expecting from you in the future? MT: What were your options? KM: Pros in January, graduation in KM: Well, University of Arkansas was 2007 and the Olympics in 2008! They Said It Randumb

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"It is enough.” Willie Dynomite - Vlade Divac on his decision to retire

Gary Payton, on signing with the Heat Well done Vlade. You will be remembered as the greatest actor in NBA history. “I think that he felt like that extra 'oomph’ wasn’t there and they needed some more athletes.” You perfected the flop. It was poetry in motion. We’re gonna miss you buddy. Now go home, relax, shave, then shave again, and wait for your Oscar. So you re telling us the only reason the Miami Heat didn't make it to the Finals was because they lacked 'oomph' and athletes. Is that right Mr. Payton? Well where was this 'oomph' last season in Boston, Gary? Don't try to "For this incident I don't want to be credited as an individual who does blame the Celtics losing on Raef LaFrentz and Ricky Davis' ridiculous facial hair. Hey Gary, how in the world police work. I want to be credited as a Miami Beach police officer.” did you come to possess this 'oomph' that the Miami Heat crave so much? Did Vin Baker give it to you? And - Shaquille O’Neal is there anyway you could give him some back, because his game really needs it. Also while you're distribut­ ing oomph to people that are really good at being really sorry, send some to Brett Favre and Daunte Culpepper Now I’m not a lawyer. I’m not a cop. I’ve never even watched an episode of because I’m losing money in my Fantasy League. D.J. Shockley for President! Law and Order (although I heard it’s a great show). I’ve also never heard of anyone being credited as a police officer because they followed someone in their Shaquille O'Neal car. Shaq, do you realize all you did was trail someone in your car? Now, you “Tell Erick Dampier this the NBA not the WNBA” can be credited as a stalker, or credited for your excellent driving skills, but that title doesn't hold much prestige. Hey Shaq. I got a Heat jersey and a good jump Ok Shaq, your out of control. First, you re chasing down criminals singing the “Miami Vice" theme song, now shot, can I be credited as a NBA player? you're dissing Erick Dampier. So. you're implying that Dampier plays like a girl? I'll admit (1) Dampier's game is softer than cotton (2) there are some very handsome WNBA players. But there is no reason to suggest he play "How can you be a choker and loser when you win 92 games?” in the WNBA. That s disrespectful to WNBA players. Shame on you Shaq, shame on Erick Dampier's game, and - Ozzie Guillen, manager of Chicago white Sox much love to all handsome females. Hines Ward for Governor! Oh that s simple Ozzie, you multi-task. If you need any help or guidance, holla Phillip Rivers, commenting on not playing at ol' Bob Stoops and the Oklahoma Sooners Football team because they're do­ “I feel sometimes like I'm - the word's not useless - like, 'I didn't do anything today.’” ing both very well right now.

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