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March 26, 2008 Th e Weekly Student Newspaper of Rhodes College See Page 8 Rhodes senior wins Watson Fellowship Mayor By Matt McCulloch “I hope to join dialogue groups and go to rallies, services, Staff Writer healing ceremonies, etc,” she said. She will be working with local announces “As soon as I heard about it, I nonprofit organizations, and will also spend time simply meeting wanted to apply for it,” said Megan the locals and understanding their cultures. Colnar about the Watson Fellowship. “Each of these countries finds a very important role in recon- resignation A Rhodes senior from San Anto- ciliation and define it very differently,” said Colnar. nio, Colnar recently won a prestigious Colnar’s activities on campus include the Kinney program, By William Bruce Watson Fellowship, which funds a year Model United Nations, and as a V-Day participant, “which I Executive Assistant of independent foreign study. She will think all contribute to my interest in this subject,” she said. Last On March 20, Memphis received word be traveling to India, South Africa, spring, she developed further interest in international reconcilia- of a resignation letter signed by Mayor Rwanda, Northern Ireland, and Chile tion while studying abroad in São Paulo, Brazil. Willie Herenton and City Administrative Officer Keith McGhee. This recent elec- over the next year. All of her expenses courtesy of Megan Colnar When not pursuing these interests, she enjoys spending time tion marked are covered by the $25,000 awarded Megan Colnar outdoors, traveling and “a good dose of bad T.V. with friends.” through the Fellowship. This May, Colnar will graduate with two degrees: one in In- Herenton’s fifth She submitted her application and ternational Studies and another in Latin American Studies. Her session as may- proposal, “In Peaces: Nonviolence and Reconciliation Move- favorite class at Rhodes was Inter-American Relations, taught by or of Memphis ments” to the Watson Foundation for review after being named her favorite professor, Amy Risley. and, although Rhodes’ nominee for the award. “She adds the perfect amount of sarcasm, realism, and opti- this appoint- “In my proposal I argued that reconciliation is the modern mism to every class,” said Colnar. ment took place foundation of the nonviolence movement,” said Colnar. Graduating seniors can apply for the Watson Fellowship af- just last Octo- As part of the hour-long interview Colnar had to answer ter being nominated by their school. Professor Michael Drompp ber, the letter “rapid fire questions” on life, her activities, and her habits. serves as Rhodes’ Faculty Fellow for International Programs and expresses his “It was intense,” she said. liaison to the Thomas J. Watson Foundation, which awards the intention to re- While abroad, Colnar will have the opportunity to pursue Fellowships. To learn more about the Foundation or the Fellow- sign, effective the objectives described in her proposal. ship, visit www.watsonfellowship.org. July 31, 2008. Many of Mayor Heren- www.commercialappeal.com ton’s associates Mayor Herenton Five Memphis were baffled Lynx Lair chef wins medal by this move. By Allyson Pellisier said Phillips. One of his closest friends, Shelby County libraries slated The current Executive Chef for the Phillips explained that this added de- Commissioner Sidney Chism, said in a Lynx Lair, Jason Phillips, recently won a gree of difficulty benefits the company as Memphis Flyer article published on March for closure bronze medal in the Aramark Culinary a whole, as “Aramark uses this event to in- 20 that the Mayor discussed an interest Excellence Competition, hosted this year ject new ideas into the company.” in serving as superintendent of Memphis By Avery Pribila by Sewanee. As Executive Chef for the Lair, Phil- City Schools or possibly as the 9th district Managing Editor “The way the competition is designed lips takes responsibility “for everything congressman. According to the article, Five Memphis libraries and four com- is similar to the NCAA brackets, with the from the napkins to the candy bars we of- Chism was surprised at the speed at which munity centers are slated for closure on competition divided into regions,” said fer.” Herenton announced his intentions but July 1, 2008 as part of an attempt by May- Phillips. Since his arrival in August, the Lair also understood Herenton’s decision. or Herenton to keep a proposed property About 3000 employees in his particu- has greatly expanded its selection, and he “Education has always been closest to tax raise lower and maintain the efficiency lar region participated in the challenge. hopes to increase the variety even more. his heart,” said Chism. He stated in the of the organizations. While some of the other competing chefs Phillips takes pride in the uniqueness of article that he believes that if Herenton The decision to close these institutions had been preparing since August, Phil- the Lair’s offerings, pointing out, “Right does plan on running for the congressio- came as a result of a $600,000 efficiency lips only had about fourteen hours, due now, we are one of only three locations in nal seat, currently held by Steve Cohen, he study presented by Herenton to the City the time-consuming nature of his work at Memphis to have a stone pizza oven.” doesn’t anticipate it happening “quite this Council in April of 2007. The study stat- Rhodes. He not only had to plan out a full In addition to augmenting the food se- soon.” ed that by employing several cost-cutting menu, but also had to obtain all his own lection, he also plans on increasing the va- However, Chism was very clear that measures, like closing certain community supplies. riety of beers at the Pub and offering more Herenton didn’t wish to serve as mayor centers and libraries, the city could save up “We actually had to get all the ingre- beer-tasting nights. for a fifth term, and if people had left him to $19 million. dients here in Memphis, and drive them “It’s a challenge,” said Phillips of the alone he wouldn’t have run again. According to Herenton the closings up with us in coolers,” said Phillips. job. “But I love that every day is differ- “As it was, he just wanted to prove will save $1.5 million to $2 million each According to Phillips the structure of ent.” that none of those folks could beat him,” year, and come as part of a larger reloca- the competition was “very stressful” and Phillips developed interest in the cu- said Chism. tion of city assets. He went on to say that similar to “what you would see on Iron linary arts at an early age. As a child, he Over the years Mayor Herenton has he was “embarrassed” by the state of some Chef.” gained experience through “trial and er- been subject to various legal accusations, of the library branches, and that it was in In only a few hours, Phillips prepared ror.” He then received formal training including fraud. Also, some speculate that their best interest to be closed. a gourmet, multi-course meal, with show at the Art Institute of Atlanta’s School of a federal grand jury is looking into Mayor The library branches the city will close plates, judging plates, and picture plates Culinary Arts, from which he graduated Herenton’s relationship to an anonymous are the Cossitt library at 33 S. Front, Gas- for each course. The judges evaluated with honors. Phillips began his career city contractor that may have served sub- ton library at 1040 S. Third, Highland Phillips on both his final product and his with Aramark during college, working at poenas at the Memphis Area Transit Au- branch at 460 S. Highland, Levi branch method of preparation. Georgia Tech as well as the 1996 Olym- thority’s offices. Still, no solid evidence at 3676 Highway 61 and the Poplar-White “While we were working judges walked pics. Impressed by his performance, the has been found to substantiate these Station branch at 5094 Poplar. The city around the kitchen, evaluating the sanita- corporate chef for Aramark gave Phillips claims. intends to study how to use the buildings tion level and how we utilized products,” his business card and encouraged him to “I take him on his word that he is Library, continued on Page 4 Phillips, continued on Page 4 Herenton, continued on Page 5 Page 2 Opinion Wednesday, March 26, 2008

The How John McCain can win Sou’wester By Alex Mahoney First of all, on health care, McCain world communities going through their It seems right now that McCain is cannot simply say that a universal health own industrial revolutions to slow their merely hoping that all of the media at- insurance program can never work. In- progress. Editor-In-Chief tention given to Obama will abate. Like stead, McCain must provide a clear alter- Finally, McCain must not directly at- Daniel Jacobs Obama though, McCain has some house- native to the statist solution that Obama tack Obama’s lack of experience; despite Managing and News Editor keeping to do before he can really launch and Clinton are advocating. His program, the insistence of conservatives that what Avery Pribila his candidacy in earnest. McCain must like Obama’s, could include tax incen- did not work for Clinton will work for a Associate and Opinion Editor first campaign for the hearts and minds tives to buy health care, but it should Republican candidate. McCain should Nate Maxwell of the conservative base that is suspicious also include lifting restrictions on where not underestimate Obama’s rhetoric and Entertainment Editor of his credentials as the next successor of Americans can buy health care and what his message. In other words, McCain Adam Teer Ronald Reagan. McCain has a daunting programs they can buy. He should also go should not run on the premise that Obama Sports Editor task; if he wants to win the election, he after ambulance-chasing lawyers (while is not ready to be president. With regards Ralph MacDonald cannot completely abandon his maverick pointing out that they have been very gen- to experience, McCain does not even have Layout Editor positions, but he must convince the con- Lee Bryant servative base that he presents a stark con- Copy Editor trast to Obama. Right now, he should be Suzi Van Sickle furiously campaigning for the support of “despite the conventional wisdom, Obama is Photography Editor leaders in the deeply conservative part of Gwen Weil the base, silently winning over these voters eminently beatable this fall. McCain can secure Humor Editor while all of the media attention is focused Zack Stovall on Obama. He should humbly ask them the election by developing a policy platform that Business Manager to accept his supposed imperfections, and does not merely refute Obama’s proposals, but Jamie Young emphasize that his critique of the handling Sara Haney of the Iraq war has been vindicated, as well one that directly addresses each policy point with Executive Assistants as his ardent opposition to wasteful spend- William Bruce ing. He should also point out that he has a viable alternative.” fairly consistently supported gun rights and pro-life causes. Fortunately for Mc- Cain, the conservative base is very loyal to the Republican Party and, despite their griping, will vote for a candidate that can erous to Obama’s campaign) and point to to slight Obama; simply talking forcefully present a clear contrast with the Demo- how they have driven up health care costs. about his own foreign policy experience How to Reach Our cratic nominee. From this point, he should also make a case will probably convince voters that McCain Once McCain has made amends with that the costs of Obama’s health care pro- is better equipped to deal with our foreign Authors and Us the conservative base, he needs to go gram would rapidly balloon far beyond the policy challenges. Regarding bipartisan- As the offi cial newspaper of Rhodes Col- on the offense on policy areas in which estimates of the campaigns of Obama and ship, McCain should hold Obama up to his lege, Th e Sou’wester is produced entirely by Democrats now have a strong advantage. Clinton. In other words, McCain should own standards of his ability to build con- students on staff . It functions independently Obama assumes that Americans are going advocate a robust, competitive, market- sensus. No Republican is in a better posi- of faculty and administration. Th e newspaper to agree with him on his important policy oriented health care system with strong tax tion to point out Obama’s -standard is published weekly throughout the fall and proposals. This may not be an unsound incentives for buying health care. on this measure; McCain has consistently spring semesters, except during exam periods assumption. Lately, in public opinion, On the environment McCain cannot reached across the aisle, as in the “Gang of and breaks. Democrats have been on the right side of seem to be in league with the conservative 14” concessions to Democrats that helped Th e Sou’wester is a member of the Student public opinion with regards to the role of base in its attempts to ridicule the issue Bush’s judicial nominees get through the Media Board, a consortium that includes the government in peoples’ lives, health care, of global warming. Once again, McCain Senate, while Obama’s votes have been editors of all student media outlets, class rep- and the environment. Republicans have ei- cannot win on this issue by merely argu- highly partisan. In fact, the nonpartisan resentatives, and at-large representatives from ther ridiculed or disregarded these issues, ing that Obama’s proposals would hurt National Journal ranked Obama the most the student body. instead focusing on the trinity of national the economy; he must stick to his support liberal senator in the senator for 2007, a All staff editorials published in Th e security, tax cuts, and social conservatism. for emissions control while advocating in- ranking of which a “unity” candidate Sou’wester represent the majority opinion of McCain cannot afford to go along blindly vestment in technologies such as solar and should be ashamed. the Editorial Board composed of section edi- with his party on these issues; instead, he even nuclear power. He can also provide a Thus, despite the conventional wis- tors and executive editors. Opinions expressed must propose creative free-market solu- clear alternative to Obama in rejecting the dom, Obama is eminently beatable this in opinion columns and letters-to-the-editor tions, coupled with tax incentives, to in- cap-and-trade system, which essentially fall. McCain can secure the election by do not necessarily refl ect the opinions of Th e duce people to adopt these solutions. makes a futile effort to convince third- developing a policy platform that does not Sou’wester Editorial Board. Letters-to-the- merely refute Obama’s proposals, but one editor are encouraged, but cannot exceed 350 that directly addresses each policy point words; all letters must be signed and will be with a viable alternative. McCain should edited for clarity. also attempt to neutralize Obama’s claim to be a “unifier,” pointing out that he him- self has been much more willing to com- Reaching Th e Sou’wester promise on issues that are not an absolute priority for his party’s base. To be sure, in Phone: (901) 843-3402 this election cycle, attacking Obama for a Fax: (901) 843-3409 lack of experience is a potentially danger- E-mail: [email protected] ous gamble that could even serve to affirm Address: Rhodes Box 3010 Obama’s pitch that he would be a breath Th e Sou’wester of fresh air to the White House. Undoubt- 2000 North Parkway edly, with the Republican brand badly Memphis, TN 38112-1690 damaged and conservatives demoralized at the likely prospect of further congressional losses in 2008, coming out on top will be an uphill battle for McCain. Still, if he shows the resolve that he has so far in this race, his chances might just be a little bet- ter than 50/50 to win it all.

Sou’westerThe Wednesday, March 26, 2008 Opinion Page 3 Neocons mislead about “Islamofascism” By Rami Abdoch have the West destroyed, but these feelings do not so, the threat appears that much more prevalent, of the term post 9/11. A deeper analysis will fi nd Staff Writer stem from a wish to spread and enforce Islam in immanent, and dangerous. Mark Humphrys, an that though this term only became widespread Islamofascism is a term often thrown around the West. Rather, these outcries have become more Irish scientist and writer, goes so far as to liken Is- after 9/11, it has a history that dates back much these days? What does it mean and more impor- fervent and widespread due to the United States’ lamofascism to communism in scope and vivacity, farther than that. Why is this so? How come the tantly, what are the implications of using such a increased interference since 9/11. More important- a seemingly baseless claim. He further asserts that material regarding this presumably long standing term on the general perception of Muslims? Th e ly, they give rise to unqualifi ed statements concern- it really took shape during the Iranian revolution ideology is only now coming into play? How come term was fi rst coined by French historian Maxime ing the state of the Islamic world at large and foster of 1979, which is in line with Rodison’s opinion. “islamofacists” don’t even consider themselves as Rodison in response to the Iranian Revolution a hatred of Muslims both at home and abroad. Assuming that the main drive for the term’s in- such? Th ey were merely handed the title. Ulti- of 1979. Presumably, he used the term in order Th e matter central to this supposed “Islamo- troduction in that context was to distinguish such mately, it seems that the impetus behind this term to distinguish mainstream Muslims from those fascism” is the democratic imperialism imposed persons from mainstream Muslims, we cannot is the Neoconservatives’ wish to justify the spread who promote violence as a means to further their by Neoconservatives. One need look no further fault Rodison entirely. of democracy over the Middle East and modernize agenda. Th is is problematic, however, since that than the Bush administration as the prime ex- I would contend, however, that this was not Islam to suit their own agenda. “Th ere isn’t actu- “agenda” decidedly varies among groups who are ample of neoconservative thought acted upon so the case. Why use such a loaded term as Islamofas- ally any such thing as Islamofascism — it’s not an labeled as Islamofascists. I think we can readily forcefully. In 1997, along with Donald Rumsfeld, cism when Islamic fundamentalism or another al- ideology; it’s a fi gment of the neocon imagination. agree that traditional fascism is violent in nature, William Kristol and others, Cheney founded the ternative would suffi ce just the same? Th eir reason, Th e term came into vogue only because it was a way authoritarian to some degree, and concerned with “Project for the New American Century,” a neo- I would argue, is to provide a false historical back- for Iraq hawks to gloss over the awkward transition the enforcement of a particular ideology. Th is has conservative U.S. think tank whose self-stated goal ground to the movement imply that it was being from pursuing Osama bin Laden, who attacked absolutely no root in Islamic doctrine as related is to “promote American global leadership.” Ever fostered for many years. Some, such as Humphrys, America, to Saddam Hussein, “who didn’t,” re- and practiced by mainstream Muslims. since 1998 this organization has lobbied for the go so far as to say the Islamofascist ideology began marks NY Times columnist Paul Krugman. Th ey Even in branched “versions” of Islam that Iraq war. Note that this occurred 3 years prior to as early as 1928 with the Muslim Brotherhood as do not care whether or not democracy is right and explicitly denounce Western values and display ha- 9/11. Neoconservatism is largely concerned with a its precursor. One begins to question how such a proper for the people of the Middle East, much less tred for America, the mindset is one which is not global American prescence at whatever means nec- claim can hold any water given that the term was if it is compatible with the Shariah, or Islamic law. able to, nor desirous of defeating the West and de- essary and is inextricably tied to the Iraq war and fi rst introduced in 1979. If anyone falls in line with the characterizations of mocracy through violence. Th eir response is large- imperialism. Many seem to associate the term “Islamofas- Islamofascism [focus on violent means, imposition ly out of spite towards the West’s intervention and Th e term allows neoconservatives to consoli- cism” with any and all so-called Muslims that per- of ideology, contempt for human rights, etc.] it is political gameplay in the Middle East since the late date the aforementioned collectives into a single vert the religion and use violence to achieve their the neoconservatives. 1940s. Th at is not to say that they would rather not enemy that can be easily referred to. By doing goals – this is primarily due to the popularization From humble beginnings to presidential hopeful By Brianna McCullough lumbia University in 1983, became a in a formerly Republican-dominated with a slight edge. Our generation has for us, but by us.” Imagine what we What is it about human nature community organizer to help laid-off Congress, Obama was wise enough to never known a candidate quite like Sen. can achieve together if we reclaim the that encourages us to cheer for the un- steelworkers in southern Chicago, and work in a bipartisan eff ort with Repub- Obama, someone who wishes to unite American dream and elect a president derdog? It could be the fact that the ma- launched a grassroots movement to licans, such as Dick Lugar, in order to the American people and who declares we can truly believe in. jority of people in the world come from register 150,000 new voters. He then eff ectively create new laws and to work that “our destiny will not be written humble beginnings, and if someone that attended Harvard Law School and toward the common good. we can genuinely relate to can achieve became the fi rst African American to His speech on race, which has success, then why can’t we? Th erefore, head Harvard’s Law Review. Instead of over three million hits on YouTube, when American citizens see that Barack proceeding to work for a large corpo- has been overwhelmingly praised by Obama, a 46-year-old African Ameri- rate law fi rm, making millions, Obama expert analysts who have called its de- can whose net worth is a fraction of worked as a civil rights lawyer. When he livery Obama’s “Lincoln Moment.” In that of most politicians, could possibly realized that he would need the help of the words of John Dickerson, “It was become the next president of the United the government to create real change, he bold and risky in a way that Obama of- States, they are overwhelmed with hope ran for the Illinois State Senate and was ten claims for his candidacy but rarely for the future. elected in 1996. In 2004, he was elected achieves, and we got a glimpse of how Because Barack Obama is compet- to the U.S. Senate and is now well on his attempt to bring people together ing against the “institution candidate,” his way to achieving the top executive works in practice rather than merely Hillary Clinton, he began campaigning offi ce in the country. Obama has suc- having to take on faith his assertion that in Jan. 2007, with national polls report- cessfully worked his way up without he can do so.” In his signifi cant endorse- ing him over 30 points behind. In most accepting any campaign contributions ment last week, Bill Richardson said, states, just weeks before their elections, from special interest groups or Wash- “Senator Obama has started a discus- Obama was still behind in polls, yet he ington lobbyists, yet he has managed to sion in this country that is long overdue has won over twice as many contests as raise over $138 million during the past and rejects the politics of pitting race Sen. Clinton and is now ahead in the year, coming from one million indi- against race.” Obama’s remarkable abil- delegate count and popular vote. How vidual donors. ity to honestly and openly address the did this improbable movement sweep However, there are those who feel delicate issue of race is a testament to his the nation? that Obama is merely peddling hope tremendous ability to bridge the painful Multiple factors can be attrib- and making false promises. If these racial gap in this nation. uted to Barack Obama’s success, but critics examined his legislative record Th is movement began on the steps his ability to relate to all Americans of his eight years in the Illinois Senate, of the Springfi eld, Illinois courthouse THE STRENGTH TO HEAL seems to be the most signifi cant fac- they would realize that Sen. Obama and has perpetuated into the hearts tor. His campaign champions many will follow through on his promises. He of the American people—the white, emotionally powerful phrases, such as sponsored over 200 bills on health care black, Hispanic, Asian, poor, affl u- and learn lessons in courage. “Hope,” “Change We Can Believe In,” and public health, 125 on poverty and ent, young, and the elderly. Obama and “Yes, We Can!” His inspirational public assistance, and nearly 100 on the has been able to reach out to ordinary speeches have attracted record-breaking economy, business, and fi nance. If that citizens to bring about extraordinary The pride you’ll feel in being a doctor increases dramatically when you care for our Soldiers numbers of people, his ability to bring isn’t enough of a testament to his dedi- change. He possesses the will and en- and their Families. Courage is contagious. Our Health Professions Scholarship Program in new voters has resulted in unprec- cation, look at the bills he worked on ergy needed to change the way politics (HPSP) helps you reach your goal by providing full tuition, money towards books and lab fees, a $20,000 sign-on bonus, edented voter turnout in every state, in the U.S. Senate: the Lugar-Obama works, to bridge the divide between plus a monthly stipend of more than $1,600 (more than $1,900 and the organization in this grassroots Bill to Keep Weapons out of Terror- liberals and conservatives, and to revive as of July 2008). movement has allowed his campaign to ists’ Hands, the Dignity for Wounded our country’s reputation abroad. With reach out to groups who have long been Warriors Act, and the Federal Fund- this momentum, many pundits say that To learn more about the U.S. Army Health Care Team, call 888-568-9828, or visit healthcare.goarmy.com/info/mchpsp1. ignored, including students. ing Accountability and Transparency John McCain will not be able to stop ©2007. Paid for by the United States Army. All rights reserved. With the help of scholarships, Act of 2006. While other Democrats him in November, and many recent Barack Obama graduated from Co- were working in vain to pass legislation polls between the two show Obama Sou’westerThe Page 4 News Wednesday, March 26, 2008 Student Voice Phillips, continued from Page 1 consider working for Aramark What is your reaction to the death toll in Iraq again in the future. Phillips kept the card, but decided to work in reaching 4000? Europe first. In Europe, Phillips primarily “I think that our sol- stationed himself in London but diers losing their lives also found time to venture to Bel- gium, Germany, Italy and other in Iraq is saddening, European countries. but I’m proud to know “I would use my Europass, that these men and find a place with a kitchenette, and purchase local ingredients women are willing to from the outdoor markets,” said make the ultimate sac- Phillips. “For example, the mar- rifi ce for our nation.” kets in Italy had fresh mozzarella, basil, fifty different kinds of olive - Trent Schill (‘11) oil.” Upon returning to the Unit- ed States, Phillips ran his own restaurant for seven years and “I think that any loss then took his current position at of life, Iraqi or Ameri- Rhodes. Phillips plans to contin- can, is shameful. My ue his career here “as long as it’s a challenge.” Photo courtesy of Jason Phillips sympathy goes out to Chef Jason Phillips (far right) won the bronze medal at the all families touched by recent Aramark Culinary Excellence Competition. the war.” - Katie Grills (‘10) Calendar of upcoming events

Wild World of Wine and Beer Fundraiser: On Friday, March 28 the Memphis Zoo is hosting the tenth annual Wild World of Wine and Beer. Presented by Morgan Keegan, this is the zoo’s largest conservation “I think it’s pretty trag- fundraiser of the year. Proceeds from the fundraiser support the Zoo’s Conservation Action Network, a funding agency for local and global conservation research. Th e event takes place from 7 to 10 p.m., and ic, the number of lives includes live entertainment in the CHINA exhibit, a silent auction, and live animal entertainment. Tickets that have been lost. are $50 for Zoo members and $60 for nonmembers. Call (901) 333-6755 for details and tickets. How much more of this Africa in April Cultural Awareness Festival- Th is annual festival celebrates 22 years of African History and Culture will continue before we on Bea le Street at Rober t R . Church Pa rk in downtown Memphis. Th e festival is a four day event from April 17- pull out?” 20 that emphasizes cultural diversity and ethnicity, including music, cuisine, education, economics, history, and - Onalee Carson (‘09) more. Each year a diff erent country is selected, and the 2008 country is the Gambia. Below is the event schedule: 6th Annual Southern Hot Wing Festival: this festival takes place from 11 am to 6 pm on Saturday, April 26 on South Main Street between G.E. Patterson and St. Paul Street in downtown Memphis. Admission is $1, “I think the lives of or free with the donation of a canned good for the pantry at the Ronald McDonald House. All proceeds our American troops benefi t the Ronald McDonald house. Th ere will also be a silent auction and live bands throughout the have been devalued. It day. is continually said that On Location Memphis: the 9th annual International fi lm festival will take place from Th ursday, March 27 the death toll for this to Sunday, March 30. Th e festival takes place at several theaters around Memphis, and includes 83 fi lms from 20 countries, 2 workshops, 2 panel discussions, and after parties each night. Special student passes war is so low, but each are available for $30 for the festival with a valid college ID, but they don’t include parties. For locations and life lost is devastating more information visit www.onlocationmemphis.org. to that soldier’s family Candle Light Vigil Civil Rights Museum: On April 4th, the 40th anniversary of the assassination of Martin and friends.” Luther King, Jr., the National Civil Rights museum will host a candle light vigil in honor of the occasion. - Allison Price (‘11) Special guest speakers and performers will be present, and forty lanterns will be lit by local citizens from diverse backgrounds. Th e lanterns will remain lit for forty days.

Spring Market: Th e Spring Market will take place from April 11-13 at the Agricenter International. Th ere Library, continued from Page 1 Memphis library system for 23 will be more than 125 merchants representing well-known gift shops and boutiques with spring fashions years. It was reported that Her- and home accessories. Th ere will also be door prizes, gift giveaways, and food vendors. Admission is $8 for for different purposes. enton was not going to reappoint adults. The four community centers Drescher to her post, a fact which that will close are Bethel-Labelle he defended. “No individual New York Times Columnist David Brooks: David Brooks, an op-ed columnist for Th e New York Times will at 2698 Larose, Greenlaw at 190 owns the library system,” said present a lecture entitled “What the 2008 Election Says about America” on Tuesday, April 1 at 7:00 pm in Mill in Uptown, Hamilton at Herenton. “It is the city’s library the BCLC Ballroom. Brooks often writes about politics and American culture, and his books will be on sale 1363 E. Person and Simon/Boyd- system.” after the lecture. Th is event is free and open to the public. Magnolia at 2130 Wabash. Herenton recently appointed This decision to close Keenon McCloy as the new di- Scott Ritter lecture: On Th ursday, May 1st Scott Ritter, a former UN Weapons Inspector in Iraq, will speak certain library branches follows rector, a controversial appoint- at Christian Brothers University at 7:00 pm. Ritter is a former marine and head inspector of UN Weapons the unexpected resignation of ment since McCloy does not have Inspection Teams in Iraq. He has been a vocal opponent of the U.S. invasion of Iraq. Judith Drescher, director of the a library science degree.

Sou’westerThe Wednesday, March 26, 2008 News Page 5 CampusSafety 2008

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03/16 Nothing unusual to report.

03/17 8:14 am: Tree in front of East Village B cordoned off due to lightening strike.

6:43 pm: Suspicious person entering North Parkway gate on a bicycle. Subject stopped and identifi ed as a visitor and instructed to use the Bailey gate to properly sign in.

9:07 pm: Fire Alarm in East Village B; fi re department notifi ed.

9:13 pm: Cause of alarm: student burning food in room; fi re department departed cam- pus.

03/18 10:47 am: Channel 13 news on campus. TheThe 03/19 12:11 am: Report of an injured student; ADRL has been notifi ed; student will be trans- ported for treatment. SeasonSeason April 3 . Dr.Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster 7:12 am: Accident at North Parkway and University; no Rhodes student/fac/staff in- isis Open Open volved. April 10 . Dash Rip Rock 4:05 pm: Fire drills being conducted in Williford, Trezevant and Voorhies/Townsend. April 17 . Country Grammar April 24 03/20 . Garry Goin and G3 1:08 am: Noise complaint Voorhies Hall. Located student playing drums; asked to stop, student complied. DJ Bobby Smith

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Herenton, continued from Page 1 ate Professor of Political Science. “He is using this expression of intention to influ- looking to move to the position of Super- ence the city school board in its choice of a intendent of Memphis city schools,” said new superintendent.” Professor Marcus Pohlmann of the Politi- Wirls added that if Herenton is not ap- cal Science Department. pointed he will probably not resign. According to Pohlmann, Herenton’s “He’s a slick operator,” said Wirls. intention to resign was prompted by “the “Politicians can make some outstanding- harsh things being said about him from ly selfish moves, but this one deserves a high profile individuals from both the prize.” black and white communities.” Herenton served as superintendent of However, there may still be a chance Memphis City Schools for twelve years that Herenton will remain in office for the before turning to politics in 1991. In his duration of his term. change to politics, he ran against and de- “I don’t think the letter could be con- feated incumbent Memphis Mayor Rich- sidered an official and complete letter of ard Hackett by only 146 votes. resignation,” said Professor Wirls, Associ-

Sou’westerThe Page 6 Arts & Entertainment Wednesday, March 26, 2008 Black Lodge Video The buzz on pop culture By Cristina Iskander ing remakes of Th e Birds and Rosemary’s Baby. Mr. Bay, offers rare movies Staff Writer you (and the rest of Hollywood) really need to learn that Th e Good you should not attempt to remake classic fi lms (see Psycho, It’s only a matter of time before television favorites Th e Stepford Wives, Sabrina, Th e Manchurian Candidate, and much more start new episodes in April; although it’s a compact season, or Planet of the Apes for examples.) Th e reason they’re so most shows are doing their best to present strong storylines. esteemed is because they were great fi lms in the fi rst place. By Ralph MacDonald videos is wide, and despite the of- Addison (Kate Walsh) is set to return to Grey’s for a brief Leave them alone and quit trying to recycle old ideas and Sports Editor fensive potential of some of the se- appearance, Julianne Moore will appear as Bree’s sister on put a “fresh twist” on them. It’s called original ideas, Mr. Th is expedition almost ended lections, they are chosen carefully Housewives, and Th e Offi ce’s Michael and Jan will throw a Bay—try getting some. before it began. Th e two Rottwei- by the two men who have turned horrifi c dinner party for the other couples of Dunder Mif- Paris Hilton is returning to reality television. Can she lers almost made me get back in their hobby into a living. fl in. Rumor alert: NBC is pushing for a 30 episode Offi ce return to jail instead? Hilton’s new show will feature her the car and go back to write about Black Lodge Video’s location season next year. “search for a new best friend” since Nicole Richie is busy a much tamer and less dangerous in a personal home is indicative of “Hello, lover.” After months of speculation and a few with baby Harlow. Go watch auditions for the show at subject. I was in the “parking lot” the store’s character. People come online leaks, the Sex and the City movie trailer was offi cially ParisBFF.com. I have to admit though, this show and the of Black Lodge Video, and if those in to smoke and watch movies, released. Spoiler alert: it looks like Carrie may be left at new Bachelor season has me thinking. What kind of world Rottweilers had not been puppies and employees work for free rent- the altar, Miranda and Steve are headed for a rough patch, is it that we search for best friends and signifi cant others on then you would be reading a story als and a place to just hang out. Charlotte is pregnant, and Samantha…is well, still Saman- television? about my day at the zoo instead of In the middle of my interview, a tha. It’s good to have these ladies back. I’ll admit it; I want Aaron Carter was arrested for possession of marijuana. this piece. I was already apprehen- teenager with a nose ring came to get “carried away.” His father lamented that he “felt hurt and betrayed.” Is he sive about pulling into what was in with some of his new music Steve Guttenberg got a job! He’ll be appearing on really that surprised? If I had to live with the fact that I was basically the driveway of a home for Matt. Matt did not have the Dancing with the Stars alongside stars like Shannon Eliza- responsible for “Aaron’s Party (Come Get It)”, I’d probably that supposedly housed one of the time, but told him to come back beth, Priscilla Presley, and Penn Jillette. His last fi lm credit turn to drugs too. top-fi ve largest collections of vid- tomorrow while lamenting that was Major Movie Star, a Jessica Simpson vehicle. You can “Eligible bachelor” Flavor Flav gave the twins on his re- eos in the nation. My background he “wanted to listen.” However, say that Dancing with the Stars is for C list stars, but in Steve’s ality dating show the nicknames “Th ing One” and “Th ing research on the establishment’s he did have time for a cigarette case, I think it’s a defi nite upgrade. Who wants to be billed Two” because Th e Cat in the Hat is one of his favorite books. MySpace page had revealed that while I wrapped up the interview. behind Jessica Simpson? And while I’m on the subject of I’d wager it’s also the last book he read. Black Lodge Video was the home By this point it was less of an in- Dancing with the Stars, can magician Penn Jillette make that Lindsey Lohan and her fi lm I Know Who Killed Me of Snuff and Death Films, Wom- terview and more of a conversa- annoying Bruno Tonioli disappear? Everything that comes took honors at the Razzie Awards winning for Worst Screen en in Prison Films, Drug Flicks, a tion about the writers’ strike (“It’s out of his mouth is just so exaggerated. Couple, Worst Horror Movie, Worst Screenplay, Worst Di- Conspiracy, Confusion, and Cha- just”); Johnny Depp’s preparation After the Oscars, Jimmy Kimmel premiered his re- rector, Worst Remake or Rip-off , Worst Actress, and Worst os section, and Violent Rage fi lms, for Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas sponse to girlfriend Sarah Silverman’s video confession that Picture. Take that, Ms. Lohan. You can take as many along with other, more standard (“Much better than Bill Murray’s she’s having an aff air with Matt Damon. Silverman’s video photos as you want emulating Marilyn Monroe but you’re video options. Th e shades were Hunter S. Th ompson because he gets points for being funnier, but Kimmel’s response, con- not an icon and any chance of that probably disappeared by down, a hand-rolled cigarette was spent six months out on Hunter’s fessing he’s having a tryst with Ben Affl eck, earns points for the second time you went to rehab. (And if you don’t like on the steps, and I stared down ranch”); and the worst movie to star power. Cameron Diaz, Christina Applegate, Robin that reason, should I cite your performance in Herbie: Fully the knob on the red door for sev- come out lately (“I usually know Williams, Harrison Ford, Don Cheadle, Lance Bass, Brad Loaded or the fact that you dated Wilmer Valderramma? eral seconds before mustering up what is going to be bad so I avoid Pitt, Meatloaf, Macy Gray, and Josh Groban all make an You’re not mysterious and you have no credibility.) the courage to go into the place watching them, but Transformers appearance. Th e Awkward co-owned by a man who “views was pretty awful”). Christopher Walken will return to host Saturday Night Pre-Oscar red carpet interviews are always a little bit existence for what it really is…a Black Lodge seems to be the Live April 5, 2008. Walken, known for his appearance in the annoying, a little uncomfortable. Add Ryan Seacrest to the practical joke that nobody is in unlikely child of modern expres- “More Cowbell” sketch and his role as a sleazy paramour in mix and you double, maybe triple that. However, this time on.” sion and country store values. It “Th e Continental” never disappoints when he appears on it was not Seacrest that was the source of awkward tension Co-owner Matt Martin has plenty of movies that would the show. Side note: Buy Walken for President t-shirts at but Gary Busey. I have to hand it to Busey, he’s one heck of laughed, “Bryan wrote that for us, make Ann Coulter’s head explode, Walken2008.com. a train wreck. Busey interrupted Seacrest as he interviewed but I’d probably agree…there are although these are probably in the Th e Bad nominee Laura Linney and presenter Jennifer Garner. so many layers of absurdity to this minority to the more “regular” Mario Lopez is coming to Broadway; he’ll begin his Busey greeted Linney with a hug and kissed Garner’s neck world that it’s impossible to take movies. But much more notable stint in A Chorus Line mid-April. A.C. Slater, most recently as he embraced her. Garner attempted to stay poised but it seriously and no one seems to is the Black Lodge’s throwback seen in Husband for Hire, Holiday in Handcuff s, and as the was visibly uncomfortable and she made a comment about understand that it’s supposed to notion of what it means to be a host of MTV’s Randy Jackson Presents America’s Best Dance wondering where husband Ben Affl eck was before Linney be funny.” business in a community. Like the Crew, does not need to be on Broadway. His dancing abili- (thankfully) led her away. I was far calmer by this point. country stores of old, Black Lodge ties seem fi ne, but the producers clearly have not seen him While home for spring break, I (unfortunately) discov- Behind the door was a well-lit and seems to be as much a community act. Kevin Federline is also in talks to come to Broadway. ered CMT’s Redneck Wedding, which is just as frightening not even remotely scary room with center as it is a place of business. Legally Blonde producers supposedly want him to portray as it sounds. Diff erent episodes feature a camoufl age wed- a woman smoking while watching People can come, smoke inside, the UPS man, the object of manicurist Paulette’s aff ection. ding dress, a bride making her entrance by tractor, and re- a movie playing on the TV in the and talk about movies or anything Seriously? Who would lust after Federline? ception activities like mud wrestling and mattress surfi ng. corner. Th e place was certainly not else with owners who seem more Michael Bay must be stopped. Th e “mastermind” be- However, what’s even more frightening than this kind of concerned with appearing to be a than generous with their time. hind such gems as Th e Island, Armageddon, Th e Amityville wedding ceremony is the fact that these couples so proudly normal rental place as the rack im- Th e owners have created some- Horror remake, and Transformers, has his eye on produc- (and readily) admit they’re rednecks. mediately in front of the door was thing that they love being a part labeled “Sexploitation/Erotica.” of, and their passion and expertise While some of the sections were has made Black Lodge into a very similarly labeled by genre, many of personal and engaging place to Juxtap’art[y] bab[y]! them were ordered by director. In be. During the course of the in- It seems every day when I walk to morning and afternoon classes there are four or fi ve more fl yers adorning each order for a director to earn a sec- terview, Matt told me how he was entry way. I feel that almost half of the student population seems to be running for Student Government or promoting tion in Black Lodge he must have trying to fi nd some titles that had noble causes around campus. While this says something positive about our campus, it also causes extreme confusion for at least fi ve videos that are deemed been eluding him, but that there those of us who are more ADD and attracted to the faces and neon sheets decorating the halls. acceptable to owners Matt Martin were “fewer and fewer that he One particular fl yer that has been sprouting up a great deal as of late is “Juxtap’art[y].” Yes, the fl yers are visually ap- and Bryan Hogue. Th e two men did not have.” Black Lodge may pealing and the event sounds intriguing, but what is it? Juxtap’art[y] is an arts festival celebrating the fi lm, photography, are fi lm experts and only bring be nearing the point where it has paintings, drawings, compositions, and musical talents of the Rhodes populous. Th ere will be belly dancing, delicious in movies that “are good in their every video that it needs, but the Asian food and sandwiches, paintings and drawings, people playing guitar, attractive boys singing a cappella (Woolsocks own right,” according to Matt, energy and passion that built this anyone?), and perhaps a spontaneous rave. Th e more people that show up the more fun it will be. So, do yourself and who granted me an interview on incredible video library has not your peers a favor. Bring a blanket or bean bag chair and enjoy some free food and student art. Juxtapart[y] Arts Fest the spot as he went around stock- been diminished. will be held Th ursday, April 3rd from 7:30-11:00 in Fischer Gardens. ing the shelves. Th e selection of

Sou’westerThe Wednesday, March 26, 2008 Arts & Entertainment Page 7 Beale Street music festival 2008 roundup Musical lineup promises Festival celebrates Memphis musical culture quality performances By Adam Teer up will include several music legends, some of your obscure A&E Editor favorites/up-and-comers, and some bands/performers you By Adam Teer lot of new material. I have seen Every year the city of Memphis puts on a fantastic cel- have never heard of before. Th ere is also a plethora of great A&E Editor Gavin before and he gives an ebration throughout the month, which they have dubbed dining options (Corky’s BBQ nachos have been a staple for This year’s line-up is not as amazing stage show, which is Memphis in May. For those who have not experienced it, me) and fun activity tents and displays. impressive as last year’s, which is guaranteed to include a kick-ass Memphis in May is a great and exciting celebration. While I am currently a junior this year, and I have attended not as impressive as the one be- rendition of Marvin Gaye’s “Let’s the festivities last the month of May, there are a few large the last two Beale Street Music Fests. I was drawn the fi rst fore that. But there is still a large Get It On”. Pete Francis was one scale events that are the peak of Memphis in May. Th e fi rst year because of B.B. King, Train, Robert Randolph and the range of bands and musical genres of the members of Dispatch. I got of which is the Beale Street Music Festival at Tom Lee Park Family Band, Jason Mraz, Billy Gibson, and Zac Brown that are represented. There is to interview him before he played by the river, which is held the fi rst weekend of May. Th e Band. I only went for the performances on Friday. But one also a good split between bands at Rhodes last semester. He is second event is the World Championship BBQ Cooking major problem arose, as it will tend to do. Some of the bands to draw the high school and col- a great singer/songwriter, so I Contest which is also in Tom Lee Park. Th e fi nal event, and you want to see perform at the same time. Since I wanted to lege crowd and classic bands that would recommend checking him the longest running of the three, is the Sunset Symphony see 6 acts on a Friday (when there are only 4 slots for bands) appeal to the adults. The main out. He will more than likely play featuring the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, and this year I had to pick and choose what I saw, which kind of bummed headliner of the entire three day some Dispatch songs as well. Th e Four Tops. Th e Beale Street Music Festival is the most me out. I decided to go all three days last year, and the expe- extravaganza, unfortunately, is So, as you can tell, there is a well-known of the three events, and brings in thousands of rience was pretty epic. By day three you are a little burned Fergie. Yes, you heard me right. wide variety of performers that people. out on the whole concert scene, but Sunday night is when That is a big disappointment for you can see. And surprisingly, Th e Beale Street Music Festival is one of the premiere the biggest headliners play. So, it is worth the wait. Th ere me, but there are some good art- you can get a three day pass and music festivals in the country. It is a three day music fest tended to be a lot of downtime when the performances start ists playing at the same time, so see all of the performances for including over 60 bands on 4 stages. Th ere is a wide variety in the afternoon on Saturday and Sunday. It was nice to get I don’t have to listen to her. She around 60 bucks. From my past of genres and performers represented. Past performers have out of the crappy weather and take a nap in the Blues tent plays on Sunday night at approxi- experience with the Beale Street included Iggy & Th e Stooges, Jerry Lee Lewis, Daughtry, and listen to some sweet blues guitar. Overall, I did get to mately the same time as Michael Music Festival, I have compiled a B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Ray Charles, Beck, Van see a lot of bands, some of which I knew and some I heard McDonald (the old guy playing list of tips, if you choose to at- Morrison, ZZ Top, Al Green, Dave Matthew’s Band, John for the fi rst time. Th e performances themselves vary too. piano on the DVD that is played tend: 1) Eat and hydrate before Lee Hooker, Sammy Haggar, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Styx, Char- Jason Mraz put on one of the most disappointing shows I in the electronics shop in 40 you get to the Festival. They are lie Daniels, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Kansas, Cheap Trick, have ever seen, while Godsmack rocked my face off . Robert Year Old Virgin), and the Black Nazis about bringing in outside Creed, Collective Soul, Peter Frampton, Sheryl Crow, Randolph and B.B. King also rank in my top 5 for concerts Crowes. The other headliners food and drink. They will pat Booker T & the MG’s, Albert King, Widespread Panic, I have seen. are My Chemical Romance, Sh- you down. Water and food are Etta James, Bob Dylan, James Brown, Bonnie Raitt, Wil- Th e Beale Street Music Festival runs from May second eryl Crow, The Roots, and Keb both ridiculously overpriced as son Pickett, Hootie and the Blowfi sh, James Cotton, Blues to the fourth. Single day tickets as well as three-day passes ‘Mo on Friday, and Santana, Dis- well. 2) While drinking beer is Traveler, Bobby Blue Bland, Black Crowes, Ziggy Marley, are now available on ticketmaster.com. For a complete list turbed, and Matisyahu on Satur- fun to do at concerts, it dehy- the Allman Brothers Band, Th e Off spring, Saliva, Puddle of the line up for this year’s concert, go to memphisinmay. day. drates you and it is super-expen- Of Mud, Tom Petty, Th ree Six Mafi a, and many more. org. Th e actual schedule of when people start their sets and Some other lesser acts that sive inside the concert. It is about Since it is in Memphis, there is one stage, in a tent, that what stage they are playing on will be released once it is popped up on my radar are Fri- 7 dollars for a beer, no joking. 3) is dedicated to just Blues acts. More than likely the line- closer to the beginning of May. day’s Ben Folds, Flyleaf, and Proj- If there is a band that you are dy- ect Pat. I saw Project Pat last year ing to see, like B.B. King for me, at the Festival and he gave a pret- get to the stage they will be per- ty energetic and exciting show. forming right when the band be- Saturday has a longer day and, fore them ends. This means you thus, more performers. Saturday will have to wait a good 45 min- includes Seether, Buddy Guy, utes, but you will get an excellent Simple Plan and up-and-comers spot. If you show up at a stage Colbie Caillat, and John Butler 10 minutes before the performer Trio. Colbie Caillat has recently starts playing, have fun enjoying rocketed onto the music scene a 300 plus foot view, especially if with her hit “Bubbly”. I would it is a headliner. 4) If there is not definitely recommend checking one band you are dead set on see- her out now before she starts play- ing, walk around to other stages ing sold out arenas. John Butler because you might stumble upon Trio is an amazing group from your new favorite band. Also feel Australia which is a more rock- free to listen to part of a set of ing version of Jack Johnson with one band and then catch the end a splash of Dave Matthews. I got of another band’s set if two artists one of their CD’s last week and I you enjoy are playing at the same cannot stop listening to it. The time. You will not have a good Whigs, who played at Rhodes last place to stand, but you will still year during Rites of Spring, will get to see part of the set. 5) Bring also be playing on Saturday. a rain jacket, even if it is 90 de- Earlier on Sunday is Fin- grees out. Every year it manages ger Eleven (whose hits include to start raining for some reason. “One Thing” and “Hypnotizer”), Rain plus thousands a people Jerry Lee Lewis, Aretha Frank- tromping around on grass on the lin, O.A.R., Gavin DeGraw (“I banks of a river accumulates a lot Don’t Want to Be” and “Char- of mud. So make sure to bring iot”), and Pete Francis. Gavin shoes that can get muddy/you DeGraw broke out about 4 years won’t mind losing or throwing ago and has not released a new away. 6) If you enjoy collecting album since. He has one due in terrible tattoos, Beale Street Mu- the next month or two, so more sic Fest is the frickin’ jackpot. than likely he will be playing a

Sou’westerThe Page 8 Sports Wednesday, March 26, 2008 Arizona is the class of the NL EastNL Central NL West 1. Atlanta Braves 1. Milwaukee Brewers 1. 2007 Record: 84-78 2007 Record: 83-79 2007 Record: 90-72 2008 Prediction: 93-69 2008 Prediction: 85-77 2008 Prediction: 96-78 Key Additions: Tom Glavine, Mark Kotsay, Jair Jurrjens Key Additions: Mike Cameron, Jason Kendall, Eric Gagne Key Additions: Key Subtractions: Andrew Jones, Edgar Renteria Key Losses: None Key Losses: On the Rise: Jair Jurrjens, Yunel Escobar, Jeff Francouer, On the Rise: Yovani Gallardo, Prince Fielder, Ricky Weeks, J.J. On the Rise: Stephen Drew, , Micah Ow- Matt Diaz, Kelly Johnson, Brian McCann Hardy, Ryan Braun, Corey Hart, Manny Parra ings, Connor Jackson, Chris Young, Mark Reynolds On the Decline: Tom Glavine, Chipper Jones, Mark Kot- On the Decline: Mike Cameron, Jason Kendall, Eric Gagne On the Decline: Randy Johnson say Gagne and Cameron will bring some positives to a young team The addition of Dan Haren gives the Diamondbacks a Am I a total homer for picking the Braves? Perhaps. But that is only going to get better. fantastic rotation that can only get better if Randy John- they have the deepest pitching in the East and a ton of son returns to anywhere near his old form. Add solid young players hitting their stride at the same time, unlike 2. hitting and you have a clear front-runner for the National the AARP-sponsored Mets clubhouse. 2007 Record: 85-77 League Pennant. 2008 Prediction: 88-74 2. Key Additions: Kosuke Fukudome 2007 Record: 88-74 Key Losses: 2. Colorado Rockies 2008 Prediction: 92-70 On the Rise: Felix Pie, Ryan Th eriot 2007 Record: 89-73 Key Additions: Johan Santana, , Brian Sch- On the Decline: Mark DeRosa, Ryan Dempster 2008 Prediction: 92-70 neider A very solid team that stayed fairly stagnant during the off -season Key Additions: None Key Subtractions: Shawn Green, Paul Lo Duca, Tom will pay the price to the rising Brewers. Key Losses: None Glavine On the Rise: Brad Hawpe, , Troy Tulowit- On the Rise: Jose Reyes, 3. Cincinnati Reds zki, , Jeff Francis On the Decline: Moises Alou, Louis Castillo, Pedro Mar- 2007 Record: 72-90 On the Decline: Todd Helton tinez, Carlos Delgado, Orlando Hernandez 2008 Prediction: 76-88 The Rockies nucleus is only going to get better with an ad- Adding Johan Santana was very important for the Mets Key Additions: Corey Patterson, Francisco Cordero ditional year of seasoning, plus the confidence that comes because their staff was getting frail. Johan will make this Key Losses: None with their amazing winning streak and run. team better but age is catching up to the many of their On the Rise: Brandon Phillips, Norris Hopper, Homer Bailey, key players. Edwin Encarnacion 3. San Diego Padres On the Decline: Scott Hatteberg, Ken Griff ey Jr. 2007 Record: 89-73 3. Philadelphia Phillies Th is is truly a testament to how putrid the NL Central has be- 2008 Prediction: 84-78 2007 Record: 89-73 come. I feel Aaron Harang and Bronson Arroyo can keep this Key Additions: , Tadahito Iguchi, Greg 2008 Prediction: 85-69 team mediocre, which is good for third place in this division. Maddux, , Mark Prior Key Additions: Geoff Jenkins, , Brad Lidge Key Losses: Mike Cameron, Milton Bradley Key Subtractions: Aaron Rowand On the Rise: Kevin Kouzmanoff, Adrian Gonzalez, Jake On the Rise: Shane Victorino, Cole Hamels, 4. St. Louis Cardinals Peavy, Chris Young On the Decline: Pat Burrell, Jamie Moyer, Geoff Jenkins, 2007 Record: 78-84 On the Decline: Edmonds, Tadahito Iguchi, Greg Mad- Tom Gordon, Brad Lidge 2008 Prediction: 73-89 dux, Randy Wolf, Mark Prior, Brian Giles How do the Phillies end up in third after finishing first Key Additions: Troy Glaus, Cesar Izturis Bringing in a bunch of creaky players is simply not going last year? They simply do not improve in a competitive Key Losses: , Jim Edmonds to get it done in this hyper-competitive division. division where the other two teams (the Nationals and On the Rise: Rick Ankiel, Chris Duncan, Marlins are not teams) are constantly getting better. On the Decline: Troy Glaus, , Matt Clement, 4. Los Angeles Dodgers 2007 Record: 82-80 4. From mediocre World Series Champions, to a mediocre third 2008 Prediction: 78-84 2007 Record: 73-89 place club, to just a plain bad baseball team, so go the St. Louis Key Additions: Andruw Jones, Esteban Loaiza 2008 Prediction: 68-84 Cardinals. Key Losses: Randy Wolf Key Additions: Willy Mo Pena, Lastings Milledge, Elijah On the Rise: Russell Martin, James Loney, Chad Billing- Dukes, 5. Houston Astros sley, Matt Kemp, Andre Ethier Key Subtractions: Ryan Church? Who was ever key to this 2007 Record: 73-89 On the Decline: Jason Schmidt, , Juan team? 2008 Prediction: 71-91 Pierre, Jeff Kent On the Rise: Everybody but , no where to Key Additions: Michael Bourn, Kaz Matsui, Miguel Tejada, Jose These guys would be competitive in the Central, but they go but up. Valverde are going to regret investing in the machine that On the Decline: Dmitri Young Key Losses: Brad Lidge, Adam Everett is Andruw Jones. A new stadium, , and faded outfield On the Rise: Hunter Pence prospects from other organizations and you have the en- On the Decline: Miguel Tejada, Brad Ausmus 5. tirety of the “buzz” around the Nationals. If GM Ed Wade merely gets fi red for creating this roster then he 2007 Record: 71-91 should be considered lucky. Tejada has not looked remotely close 2008 Prediction: 64-98 5. Florida Marlins to a big league and his best years are behind him, Mat- Key Additions: Aaron Rowand 2007 Record: 71-91 sui is a mediocre player when he’s on, and Valverde has one year of Key Losses: Barry Bonds 2008 Prediction: 59-103 success and many years of inconsistency on his resume. Watch- On the Rise: Tim Linecum, , Noah Lowry Key Additions: Cameron Maybin, Dallas McPherson, ing Houston fans talk themselves into this team is like hearing a On the Decline: Everybody else. Jorge Cantu, Andrew Miller girl list the reasons for taking back the guy who cheated on her. Take a great hitter off an awful team and you get the Key Subtractions: Dontrelle Willis, Miguel Cabrera San Francisco Giants. Only the young pitching offers any On the Rise: Everybody but Matt Treanor hope for the future. On the Decline: Matt Treanor (There’s always his inevi- 6. tably super-athletic children he will have with volleyball 2007 Record: 68-94 champion Misty-May) 2008 Prediction: 62-100 The only good news for the Marlins is no one on their Key Additions: None team is due for a big pay raise soon so stingy owner Jeffrey Key Losses: None Summary by Ralph MacDonald Loria will probably keep this cheap team on the field for On the Rise: Matt Capps, Ian Snell Sports Editor next year too. On the Decline: None A bad team that could not be more stagnant coupled with fi ve long months until football season and life back in Pittsburgh.

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