DAILY THETu Volume XXXVII, Number 31 [Where You Read It First Monday, Octobers 26,1998 African-American English in kids movies shows stereotypes (1 by ELIZABETHCONRAD do not use the dialect to reflect the are thought to be more intelligent Contributing Writer character’s persona. Because there and more attractive than those that Did you ever wonder about the are these two uses of the dialect, speak unfavored dialects. Speak- voices used in Disney animation? Gidney said the use of language ers of non-standard dialects, such Did you ever think that perhaps frequently gets ignored. as African-American English, de- those grandiose, detailed, and in- Analyzing the linguistic as- velop negative self-images, the toxicating films were filled with pects of African-American En- result of what Gidney called the linguistic racism? glish, Gidney said it is adialect that “non-coercive aspect of domina- In an attempt to examine these has acquired several different la- tion and power.” types of issues, professors, stu- bels, including Ebonicsand Black To help illustrate his point, dents, and administrators filled vernacular. “I got me my Ph.D. and Gidney examined the use of lan- Nelson Auditorium this past I still use African-American En- guage in the Disney animated Thursday evening to attend the glish,” Gidney said, adding that movie The Lion King. “I love to first lecture of the Black Cultural his Ph.D. is in socio-linguistics hate this movie and I hope by the Studies Seminar at Tufts. In light and that he speaks seven lan- end you will hate it too,” he said ofthis year’s topic, “Interrogating guages, including two different before beginning to talk about the Technologies: Media, Medicine, dialects of English. He explained use of African-American English Music,” Dr. Calvin Gidney, aTufts some ofthe phonological features used to promote stereotypes. Methodist Church, Mt. Auburn St., Watertown. professor of child development, ofAfrican American English, such Gidney explained that he went to --David Pluviose presented a lectureentitled “Callin’ as the final “th” becoming an “f.” see the movie with an open mind, Us Outta Our Name: The Use of He also spoke about some mor- butwassoon overtakenwith “con- Gidnev addressed anticipated ways. “Most shows in which Ai African-American English in phological differences, which deal cern, which led to consternation, criticism of being “an academic rican-American English is used, Children’s Animated Media.” with the structure of words, such and finally anger.” Gidney first working himselfup over nothing,” but not as a proxy for a character’s According to Gidney, to “call as a lack of pluralization. discussed the scene in which the pointingoutthat James Earl Jones character, aremade forblackaudi- somebody outta their name” In addition, Gidney detailed lion king’s cub is presented to the does, after all, plays Mufasa. He ences,” he said, adding that some- means to insult or hurl an accusa- some differences in syntax, in- rest ofthe animal kingdom. This, strongly refuted this possibility times these shows also have black tion at someone. His lecture exam- cluding cases of multiple nega- he said, establishes a “natural or- however, explaining that Disney producers. ined the use of African-American tion, which was a British gram- der” to the animals in which one carefully considers casting and Gidney pointedto BeBe’s Kids English in children’sanimation as matical rule until the 18th century, species, the lion, is meant to be would not have cast James Earl as a good example of a carton a way of abusing that style of in which phrases such as “he ain’t rukr. Jones as a hyena. Instead, they which uses African-American English, promoting racialization, got no money” are used. Gidney then pointed out the acted more subtly, carefully se- English. which is the concept that race gives Discussing the social implica- first example ofthe bifurcation of lecting voices that would fit lin- There are some children’s pro- meaning to agroup ofpeople, and tions of language in general, language in the film. Mufasa, the guistic stereotypes. Gidney sug- grams which ignore African- of influencingthe opinionsofnon- Gidney described linguistic sys- lion king, speaksstandard English, gested that Whoopi Goldberg American English altogether, such white children on their own iden- tems as being “value-charged.” while his darker brother, Scar, could have used many accents, as Arthur on PBS and Charlie tity. He explained how language serves speaks in an effeminate British but was probably asked specifi- Brown. Gidney says hat he views as ameans to define a community diaiect. Gidney then showed a cally toemphasize African-Ameri- “True multiculturalism cel- movies as powerful stages for and label people as “other,” or scene with the hyenas, three of can English. ebrates difference,” Gidney com- cultural and ethical battles and a being outside of a particular com- which are Scar’s partners in crime. Gidney then discussed the 1947 mented, criticizing programs that means to “justify or challenge munity. According to Gidney, The hyenas are the darkest ani- Disney movie Dumbo. The roost- homogenize. “Dillard estimates 80 current order.” He added that al- speech implies age, socio-eco- mals in the film; one speaks in ers clearly speak African-Ameri- percent of African Americans though children’s movies are more nomic status, origin, ethnicity, and dialects unmistakably African- can English, and their language is speak African-American English ... simplified than adult movies, other cultural labels. Language, American, another in a Hispanic portrayed accurately. However, how he came up with the figure 1 children’s movies are especially he says, can also serve as a source dialect, and the third only giggles. their characters serve to parody don’t know,” Gidney said. powerful because they “tap into of judgement in that it could be Pointing to the one hyena, African Americans. He said the According to Gidney, the esti- deeply ingrained ideas ofhow the used as a way of determining played by Whoopi Goldberg, who roosters are depicted as “happy mated number OfspeakersofAfri- world is structured.” someone’s intelligence. says, “We ain’t got no stinkin’ go lucky” and the men are brash can-American English, and the Gidney devoted most of the Although all dialects are equal entrees,” an example ofthe afore- and “walk with a swagger.” They difficulty in determiningtheexact lecture to examining children’s in terms of their effectiveness to mentioned multiple negation, are treated condescendingly, even number who speak it, illustrates animated films andtelevision pro- communicate, according to Gidney claimed that language was by a mouse that asks, “what are not only the fact that the dialect is grams in which African-American Gidney, dialects of people with being used as a proxy for the you boys doing?’ spoken by themajority ofthe black English is used, categorizing them power and money become stan- speaker’s identity; in this case the Gidney also mentioned community, but also that many into those that use the dialect to dard and preferred causing those dialects indicated their malicious children’s television programs describe acharacter andthose that that speak this standard dialect character. which use language in different seeLANGUAGE a e9 TuftsBoston encourages unitity’:I:. among various alumni groups by CHRISTINA LUONGO Through acalendar and a quar- terested. Senior Staff Writer terly newsletter, the second of “People love the concept,” With Homecoming this past which will be sent out in Novem- Morse said, “but old habits are weekend, Tuftsalumni around the ber, TuftsBoston unifies mailing hard to break.” She added that world were thinking of their alma information. Each organization is graduates who have long stand- mater. Right here in the Boston given spacetopublicizetheirplans, ing ties to a single alumni alliance area, graduates are staying spirited which providesalumni in the sepa- have not been as motivated by the with information. through rate alliances with the opportunity new partnership. TufisBoston, an alumni collabora- to fraternize. “TufisBoston is just a market- tion which premiered last January ingconcept,notaclub.oran- affili- with a “Tu& Night at Chicago.” ation,” Morse said. TuftsBoston is not actually an “The- .. concept- ___ She continued, saying that alumnialliance, but apartnership is meant to make life eachalliancewillcontinue6have that gives the 20,000 alumni who eaSierforalumni,’’- its own separate events and ties. reside or work in the Boston area EI iza beth M OrSe, director of Tufts Boston simply provides a way to collaborate in social, ca- the Tufts Club alumni with agreater opportunity reer, service, and cultural events. to perform community service, es- Members offive alumni orga- tablish Tuftonian ties, keep in nizations including the Associa- The partnership is also work- touch with classmates, and net- tion of Tufts Alumnae (ATA), ing to cut down on duplicate work with colleagues. Boston Tufts Alliance, Tufts events by making changes such The First Annual Taste of Tufts Jumbo Club, the Tufts Club, and as replacing several small career wasthekickoffevenforTuftsBoston the Tufts University Alumni As- nights with one larger one in the this year. On Feb. 1 1, TubBoston sociation are now cooperating to hopes of giving Tufts’ graduates will bring two hundred graduates form a more efficient connection a single, more varied source for together for “Tufts Night at Rag- to Tufts. alumni relations. time.” Accordingto Morse, thegoal “The umbrellaconcept is meant In its first year, the response to forTuhBostonistobroadenmem- to make life easier foralumni,” Di- TuftsBoston has been favorable. bership to more alumni groups and rector ofthe Tufts Club Elizabeth According to Morse, more recent strengthen participation of alumni Morse said. graduates have been the most in- in the Boston area. 2 THETUFTS DAILY October 26,1998 UN council backs Kosovo pact and clears the way for NATO Los Angeles Times-Washington Post News Service drawals were made within ten days, but the west- UNITEDNATIONS -The Security Council for- em military alliance later suspended action on mally endorsed the Kos~vopeace agreement and activating its threat to give Milosevic more time to gave NATO amandate to intervene there militarily to comply. protectunarmedmonitorsattemptingto verifyacease- NATO’s threats of intervention have been made Pro-President Clinton fire between Yugoslav forces and ethnic Albanians. under an interpretation of an earlier Security Council Saturday’s approval of the resolution followed resolution that, alliancemembers,includingthe United campaign ad prompts more than a week of intense negotiations aimed at States, contend, gives a green light for air strikes if overcoming the opposition of Russia and China, NATO determines that substantial Yugoslav forces both of which had the power to veto the measure. remain in Kosovo and are continuing attacks on debate In the end, 13 of the 15 council members voted in ethnic Albanian villages. The adoption of Saturday’s The debate over the wisdom of Washington Democrat Jay favor, with Russia and China abstaining. Russia, resolution strengthens the authority of the Kosovo Inslee’s pro-President Clinton spot continues. mollified by a number of textual changes in the agreement by giving it the force of international law. Inslee, challenging GOP Rep. Rick White in a tight race in proposedresolution, said it didnot consider a veto In addition, the new resolution is expected to Washington’s 3rd District, says he has apoll proving the commercial necessary. pave the way for the deployment within Kosovo of Nas a smart move. But there are Democratic dissenters. Under an Oct. I3 agreement negotiated by approximately 2,000 monitors from the 54-nation “Rick White’svoteon impeachmentwill drag us through months Yugoslav President Slobodan Milosevic and US Organization for Security and Cooperation in Eu- md months ofmore mud and politics,” the Inslee ad says. “Enough special envoy Richard C. Holbrooke, Yugoslavia rope (OSCE). Under provisions of the Milosevic- s enough. It’s time to get on with the nation’s business.” agreed to join in a cease-fire and withdraw troops Holbrooke agreement, they are to verify that the After the 30-second spot aired, the Democratic Congressional and special police units from Kosovo, a province fighting has stopped and that about 300,000 ethnic Zampaign Committee commissioned apoll that found Inslee had the of Serbia where ethnic Albanians make up about 90 Albanian rehgees driven fiom their homes by Serbian support of43 percent of likely voters, White 39 percent and third- percent of the population. NATO had threatened aggression are being allowed to return to their iarty candidate Bruce Craswell five percent. The Inslee camp said air strikes against Serbian forces unless the with- villages. hat was anoticeable jump from his second-place status prior to the )iring. But others are not so certain Inslee’s apparent bump came solely - if at all -from the impeachment ad. IMPORTANT REMINDER: Robert Gogerty, a Seattle Democratic consultant not involved in herace, said he believesadifferent Inslee spot highlighting White’s yestionable environmental record had more of an impact. Five-year coma patient gives birth to a premature baby girl 30STON, Oct. 24--24-year-old woman who has been in acoma or the last five years gave birth to a premature baby girl Friday, 3ctober 27 andNovember 3 are the last two ;everal months after she was apparently raped while in the care of i Massachusetts nursing home. Buffer Funding Meetings before Police and state health officials have begun an investigation into heallegedsexualassault, which an informedofficialsaid is believed December 1. o have occurred about five months ago at a long-term care facility n Lawrence, Mass., 30 miles north of Boston. The unidentified woman was taken to Lawrence General Hospital after she went into abor and her legal guardians were notified. Her child was flown toNew England Medical Center in Boston ater Friday and remained in critical condition in the neonatal ntensive care unit Saturday, according to a hospital spokeswoman. This is the first recorded case in the state - and the second in he country -of a woman in a chronic vegetative state becoming The Schedule Will Be As Follows: regnant and giving birth, said Mark Leccese, a spokesman for the vfassachusettsDepartment of Public Health. In 1996, a29-year-old woman from Rochester, N.Y ., who had been in acoma for ten years ;ave birth to a baby boy. October 27: Buffer Funding/Cap Ex Newly-minted November 3: Buffer Funding AmeriCorps volunteers November 10: Treasury Evaluation Meeting November 17: Treasury Evaluation Meeting get started i WASHINGTON -It was a glorious day to get dirty, and that’s November 24: Treasury Evaluation Meeting vhat dozens ofAmeriCorps members did Saturday along the C&O :anal -removing silt, picking up trash, painting aNational Park December : Buffer Funding/Cap Ex jervice building and performingavariety ofother public services. “There’s nothing I can think of that I’d rather do,” said Melody kales, 25, a paint-spattered team leader from Stoneville,N.C.. She ust began her second year with the group, sometimes called the lomestic Peace Corps. Previous experiences included tutoring a ieedy child in Detroit and building a fence at the National Elk tefuge in Jackson, Wyo. It was the first day of work for more than 100 AmeriCorps nembers, who had three weeks of training and a swearing-in :eremony Friday at the White House. They will live dormitory- #tyleat D.C. Village, the city’s former nursing home, and will put Please plan accordingly. Meetings will n at least 1,700 hours of community service over the next IO nonths. AmeriCorps members based here also lake on community resume as regularly scheduled after #erviceprojects in Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylva- iia. Locally, they have helped renovate D.C. public housing and December 1. If you have any questions pruce up two schools. And they can be redeployed in emergen- :ies. please call Larry or Marc at ~73628. Many ofthe new members are being dispatched immediately to ielp out with flood relief in Texas and hurricane relief in Puerto tico. They could be gone for three weeks.

Compiled from the Los Angeles Times-Washington Post News Service THETUFTS DAILY October 26,1998 3 eatures Marino’s serves =a-thonserves up help Tufts students reach out to Somerville community fresh, innovative by JASON SALTER Daily Editorial Board Grounds, followed by registration and breakfast. ltalian cuisine While many of us were out enjoying the splen- The Leonard Carmichael Society sent a group didweekend weather and the Homecoming festivi- of students to paint a local mental health facility by SETH INGRAM ties, other dedicated citizens gave up their Satur- right down College Ave in Somerville. The Daily Editorial Board day and volunteered for the community in City Somerville Mental Health Centerreceivedacomple- The walk through Marino’s entrance way is enough to ignite the Year’s tenth Serve-a-thon. An estimated 10,000 mentary facelift from Tufts students giving back to nagination into a whirlwind of gluttonous fantasies. After passing participants dispersed through the neighborhoods, the community. lass cases filled with homemade cannolis and napolians, one shelters, and schools all over Boston for the city’s “It was nice getting out there into the commu- icounters more displays featuring stuffed peppers and clams, and largest fund-raiser. nity,” said Patricia Liu, participant in the Serve-a- iuteed eggplant. The owners of Marinos pride themselves on their City Year, an AmeriCorpsprogram, is aimed at thon and City Year alumni. “Once we finished mrmet Italian cuisine modeled after food from the Abruzzo region engaging children from diverse painting, there was an obvious of Italy. The Abruzzo region cultural, racial, and socioeconomic change for the better. It was great places enormous emphasis on backgrounds in community build- to be in the Tufts community hang- freshness, and Marinos contin- ing activities and developing edu- ing out with friends, and it was ues that tradition. cational skills to excel in schools. great weather.” To ensure their high standards Corpsmembersalso receive agreat “I really did enjoy getting out 2465 Mass. Ave., Porter are met, the owners of Marinos deal in return for their service, there into the communityand give Square run a farm in SouthNatick where including a $150 stipend per week something back to Somerville,” Phone: 868-5464 they raise livestock, fruits, and and the personal satisfaction of echoed senior Heather Elias. vegetables that are free of pesti- making a difference in a child’s The day was capped off by a cides and other contaminants. life. post-service “thank-you” celebra- Hot Picks: The farm provides much of the Just a decade ago, at the first tion downtown with food, refresh- ingredients used at the restau- Serve-a-thon,just200peopl,ecompleted20 projects ments, and live music. The MBTA provided free Ravioli Ripieni di Zucca rant. The result is fresh, tradi- throughout Boston. Saturday, with the support of unlimited transportation on subway and local bus tional dishes with a touch of the MFS Investment Management, hopes were to lines for all participants. innovative as displayed in complete over 160 projects ranging from painting “The Serve-a-thon is always fulfilling, espe- Marino’s tempting display cases. elementary schools to cleaning beaches to garden cially this year, because it was in my neighbor- ‘eyondthe entrance way, a friendly hostess calls out names while work. hood,” said Serve-a-thon participant and City Year nother takes patrons to their tables. At 6 p.m. on Friday, Marino’s The fund-raiser’s hopes were to raise $500,000 alumna Karen Kemp. , bustling with activity. Waiters skillfully balance trays bearing for to support City Year’s continuing efforts in “We talk about better relations with astas and steaks on their shoulders, as they make their way through Boston. Somerville-service is the best way to start. We le tightly packed room. The Service teams represented approximately were learning about people in our community and Marino’s looks like a huge greenhouse converted into a restau- 150 corporations, 200 high schools, colleges, and the people this facility serves.” tnt. The high ceiling consists of glass squares that complement the alumni, 35 religious organizations and 76 neigh- iirrors lining the sides of the main dining room. borhood groups. The Serve-a-thon organizers stress that al- Some customers are led downstairs into a dimly lit dining area. A Volunteers were greeted bright and early at 8 though this one day is reserved especially for IZZ musician is all smiles as he belts out tunes on the grand piano. a.m. with high-energy calisthenics led by current community service throughout Boston, volun- he back of the room is lined with a striking blue colored wall that Corps members on Boston Common Parade teers should never shy away from helping out. ontrasts the dark room. Even with the cozy, upbeat feel, several ustomers seem to enjoy intimate conversations during their meals. The menu includes a broad se- ‘Guide to Springfield’ is a big :ction ofappetizers,including mari- ated mushrooms and tomatoes ndpeppers stuffed with Marino’s letdown for big Simpsons fans lend of cheese and spices. The main dishes are a mix of Simpsons Book doesn’t heup toseries’ reputation .aditional and creative selections. by DANIELC. BOYER ‘he Ravioli Ripieni di Zucca, or Contributing Writer avioli stuffed with butternut quash, seems to come straight TheSimpsons Guide tospring- rom the North End, but tastes a lot field is an idea replete with amus- etter. Bathed in Marino’s four ing and intriguing possibilities. heese sauce, the sweet squash and soft pasta blend perfectly. Those looking for the satirical bite, Thicksheetsofpastalayeredwith choppedmeatandricottamixe: however, or even yuks of the TV Jell in the homestyle marinara sauce making a tasty lasagna. Other series will be very disappointed asta variations include mushroom-filled ravioli and seafood ravioli by its execution. For example, ’he seafood ravioli is sauteed with scallops, shrimp, asparagus Homer, Mr. Bums, and Wayland :eks, and sundried tomatoes in a light, brandy cream sauce. Eack Smithers’ trip to Cuba with the ish is cooked to perfection, highlighting the praiseworthy culinar) trillion dollar bill or Bart and kill of the chefs. Homer’s prank war against neigh- While the pasta dishes are excellent, the meat and poultry selec bor President Bush are nowhere to ions are not far behind. A healthy cut oftop-quality sirloin is slowl) be found. Guide to Springfield is Ioked so that the meat is soft and juicy. The meat is drenched in a little more than a moneymaking :licious red wine steak sauce that brings out the natural taste of the gimmick. eak while adding its own flavor. Guide to Springfield does tions consist of repetitive, un- contain the engaging history of Marino’s version ofthe classic chicken marsala is also delectable. provide a fairly comprehensive funny exaggeration at how bad a this godforsaken town Groening he large cut of chicken and hearty marsala-wine sauce is prepared catalog ofthe landmarks of Bart’s place Springfield is. Also,no easy, modeled from his hometown in iith great care. stomping ground, which was obvious joke is left unmade. Oregon. This town many have The traditional Italian-style dessert menu includes a large slice of once voted “Worst City in “. ..thesemi-high cultureofthe called strange, in fact, forces on ramisu. The cake is sweet, and juicy with a rich chocolatekoffee America.” Die-hard fans will find Springfield Opera House is prob- us the depressingly ordinary, me. the book covers nearly every lo- ably the least [popular pastime in mediocre, ‘‘loser’’ life which is Another noteworthy dessert is a lemon-flavored dish with a soft, cale shown onscreen in the nine Springfield]. The SOH recently ours. ake-like substance which covers a creamy lemon pudding. Choco- years of the cartoon, whether of adopted a controversial policy to Interspersed throughout the Ite lovers should beware of Marino’s traditional chocolate mousse significance to the exploits of attract more patrons: Only gro- book are essays by various fhichis exploding with deep flavor. the Simpsons, or merely tesquely obese singers will be fea- Springfielders with advice for your For good eats at amoderate price, stop by Marino’s at 2465 Mass. glimpsed in passing. These are tured in the house’s productions.” visit to Springfield. They lackdis- .ve., just outside Porter Square. Marino’s also caters and hosts divided into “Attractions,” Flanking these descriptions are tinct personality and indulge in rivate parties in the restaurant. Call for reservations or more infor- “Lodging,” “Dining,” “Nightlife,” sidebars, defensively titled blatant comic overkill. Dr. iation at 868-5464. “Shopping,” and “Annual “What’s Right With Springfield?,” Hibbert’s “Survival Guide,” which Events.” There are a few impor- in which local residents tell their ends the book, is the worst ex- tant omissions, such as Homer’s favorite thing about the city. Ev- ample of this “we get it already” almamater, Springfield Univer- ery few pages there are details of writing. Features: They’re sity, and Springfield Community the history and provenance of Perhaps Matt Groening’s The College, where Marge took the such priceless Springfield artifacts Simpsons Guide to Springfield painting course that led to her as Jebediah Springfield’s silver involves too much of Groening’s so cool. Write for controversial portrait of Mr. tongue, the Springfield Municipal own writings, and less of his be- Bums. Catapult, and the gummy Venus lovedcharacters. This book pokes them. Although Shelbyyille’s spiking de Milo. fun at its own merchandising over- Call x7-3090 its water supply with LSD isn’t This is the most interesting extension which sufferswith other mentioned anywhere, the descrip- part of the book. These objects obvious problems. 4 THETUFTS DAILY October 26.1998

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Immigration disappears_- as big issue in California electoral makeup. The economy, Los Angeles Times-Washington publican challenger Matt Fong. “The mean-spirited,wedge-is- immigration levels,thesubsequent Post News Service “Immigration is offthe table as an sue strategy of extremists in the Latino drive to civic participation too, was quite different. LOS ANGELES- What adiffer- issue inthe 1998generalelections,” Republican Party is out of vogue “was the backlash againstthe back- Four years ago, unemployment ence four years makes. said Mark Baldassare, survey di- because the emergence of a pow- lash,” said Gonzalez of the was in double digits and many In 1994, immigrationdominated rector for the Public Policy Insti- erfd and active Latino voting bloc Velasquez Institute. wondered whether California the California election season. tute of California, a nonpartisan has rendered it ineffective as a Masses of newly naturalized would ever emerge from its fiscal Huge protests marked the incen- research organization. “It’s an in- way to win elections,” said Anto- Latinos hastened to register to doldrums.Inthatgloom-and-doom diary debate surrounding Propo- credibledropoffcomparedtowhat nio Gonzalez, president of the vote-overwhelmingly as Demo- atmosphere, Proposition 187 sition 187.Calls fortighterenforce- the place of immigrationwas in the William Velasquez Institute, a crats. Their presence helped alter struck a receptive chord. ment along the US-Mexico border 1994 gubernatorialelection.” Latino voter research and public the state’s political balance. “Historically, when the became de rigueur. Polls show that voter interest policy organization.“By 1998, it is “Republican candidates for economy is in the dumps, we look The focus paid off-at least in in immigrationlagsfarbehindcon- foolish to run a campaign that is statewide office don’t want to for reasons why things are going the short run - for Republican cerns with education, crime, and perceived as beating up on touch immigration with aten-foot badly,” said Harry Pachon, presi- Gov. Pete Wilson, whorodePropo- the economy - even though, by Latinos.” pole,” said Allan Hoffenblum, a dent of the Tomas Rivera Policy sition I87 to acome-from-behind, all accounts, illegal immigration In fact, both major parties in Los Angeles-based GOP political Institute, a Latino think tank that landslide re-election, becoming continues at a brisk pace. California have good reason to consultant. “The people who are studies electoral trends. “And im- the fmtmajorUSpoliticianingen- In 1994,by contrast, California step gingerly in the minefield of upset deeply about immigration migrants in California have always erations to win office largely on an races becameareflectionof Propo- immigration. are probably going to vote Re- been a convenient scapegoat.” immigration plank. sition 1 87, the Republican-backed On the Republican side, elec- publican anyway.” In the past, fears about job Clearly,many Californiavoters ballot measure that soughtto deny toral strategists know the cam- An extended discussion of im- competition have fueled waves of were ready to vent their frustra- public benefits to illegal immigrants paign vitriol of 1994generatedlin- migration, observers say, could anti-Chinese and anti-Japanese tions after more than a decade of and accelerate their deportation. gering resentment among Califor- easily backfire for the Democrats sentiment in California.The Great migration that had dramatically The fact that the issue has fallen nia Latinos, many of whom con- - especially in a non-presiden- Depression saw the expulsion of altered the state’s demographic offCalifornia’selectoral map does sidered Proposition 187 a thinly tial election year. Those elections tens of thousands of people of and social makeup. not mean the immigration issue veiled attack on all Latinos. typically have low turnout, con- Mexican ancestry - including But immigration,which turned has been resolved. The state’s Tomany Latino immigrantsand centrated among older, non- many US citizens. the 1994 gubernatorial race into a demographic makeup continues their US-born children, Wilson Latino suburban residents -the In good times, analysts say, virtual referendum on the issue, to shift inexorably, fueled, in part, became a symbol of anti-Latino same voters who found Proposi- xenophobic impulses subside. has disappeared from this year’s by historic levels oflegal immigra- prejudice. tion 187 appealing. Today, the economic picture is election debate. tion. The 1994 political season un- “I think Democrats ai-e thrilled much brighter than it was four Between Republican Dan So why theshrug by California leashed a classic unintended con- that immigration isnotonthetable,” years ago, but history shows the Lungren and Democrat Gray Davis, voters this season? sequence: a political watershed concludedBaldassare, the pollster. pendulum can easily swing. the only significant dispute in- Experts cite two main reasons, for California Latinos. Respond- “It’sjust best not to have anything “If this Asian economic crisis volving Mexico has been over one political, the other economic. ing to the campaign rhetoric, to say about an issue that might starts to hit California hard, look which candidate had done more to First, growing numbers of Latinos in unprecedented num- offend one group or the other.” for immigration to come back on courttrade there. Likewise, immi- Latino voters have all candidates bers became US citizens, shatter- When Wilson hitched his po- the map,” said Arturo Vargas, ex- gration has not emerged in the scrambling for their support - ing all records for new citizenship. litical futureto the immigration is- ecutive director of the National Senate race between incumbent and anxious not to alienate this If Proposition 187 was the cul- sue in 1994,he was not only oper- Association of Latino Elected Of- Democrat Barbara Boxer and Re- suddenly potent voting bloc. mination ofa backlash against high ating in a state with a different ficials.

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We’ve got it all! So come join The Tufts Daily. - THETUFTS DAILY October 26,1998 5 Arts &? Entertainment Funny man ‘The Inspector General’ Mason more is puzzliig but enjoyable byKATHLEENMlNES Tufts’ faculty member Laurence Senelick, than shtick Contributing Writer who also directs the show. In the playbill, Anyone who loves a good comedy Senelick writes of the inspiration behind byCELESTEDODGE should enjoy the drama department’s Pro- his translation of the play. Using a quota- Daily Staff Writer duction of The lnspector General. It is tion bv Gogo] himself, Senelick explains There’s no such thing as being on Jackie that a‘ translated play’ is more likkly to Mason’s good side. Whether you’re The Inspector resemble theoriginal ifit isdifferent, rather Jewish, Christian,black, white, Puerto Rican, General than ifthe play is translated word for word. or a sushi-lover, Mason does not discrimi- Senelick ridicules the idea that any trans- nate in offending people. And boy, is it lation should be smooth because it is not funny. at Balch Arena Theater usually the case that the original- was Mason is a comedian known around the Oct. 29-31 smooth. Therefore, in writing the transla- world, primarily forhis Jewish humor. Born tion of Gogol’s The Inspector General, and raised in Manhattan, Mason actually Senelick does not always translate the started out as a rabbi before he began to important, however, to be forewarned that original perfectly. pursue entertainment. His talent for com- the show is very strange and doesn’t al- One example of Senelick’s personal edy and his love to amuse eventually pre- ways make sense. Luckily, it isn’t SUP- changes have to do with the names of the vailed, followed by a number of achieve- Jackie Mason posed to make Sense all the time; that’s characters. In the original Russian, the ments, includingaTony awardandan Emmy Part of what makes it SO funny and SO names of each character mean something. for some performances. only jokes, after all, and harmless ones, at enjoyable. For example, the original name ofthe police Mason’s most recent show, Much Ado that. It is important to take what Mason The Inspector General Was Written in chief, Ukhertov, means ‘‘box one’s ears.” About Evelything,will be play inguntil Nov. says lightly and one should not enter the Russian by Nikolai Gogol, and the d~maSenelick wanted to find a way to keep the 1 at the Wilbur Theater. From Boston, he auditorium expecting anything remotely department’s Version iS a translation by joke forthe English-speaking audience but heads straight to Broadway with the act and politically correct. also wanted to keep the then to London. A good look at the audience When Mason is not roaming around the Russian sound of the reveals whom the comedy act is geared to- stage singing Jewish prayers, or mercilessly names. With this idea in wards-elderly Jews hoard the auditorium. picking on members of the audience, he’s mind, he created the Since I am neither old nor Jewish, I as- joking about the most random and silly of character of Police Chief sumed that my comprehension of Mason’s topics. He does a hilarious impression of Nokyablokoff. Every- humor would be limited. To my surprise,the Sylvester Stallone, and he holds a fascinat- one in the show has a entire show was delightful and I found ing theory regarding the recent trendiness of great name, but one of myself laughing along with the rest of the Martha’s Vineyard. Along with an array of the best is the welfare crowd. It is rather pleasing to listen to a facial expressions and body movements, he commissioner, Artery comedian whosejokes aren’t solely sexual, keeps the audience roaring with laughter. Shvishifrut. as is typical with other modem comedians. All kinds of audience members are sure The plot of the The use of profanity can be moderate at to enjoy Jackie Mason’s “ado”on anything show isfairlysimple. The times, but nothing is the least bit shocking and everything one can imagine. It is just city manager of a small compared to what you might be used to. important to take his comedy light-heartedly town in czarist Russia Mason’s humor ismost commonly geared and to not be offended by his satire, be- (played by Josh Gates) at Jew and Gentile cliches. You may think cause anyone who eats and sleeps is fair receivesa letterwarning you’ve heard it all before, but Mason’s act game for Mason’s banter. Humans, in gen- him that an inspector is original and fun. As stereotypical as the eral, are playfully ridiculed. As Mason so general iscoming incog- Cal Levis, Aron -Epstein, and Caitin Phillips in The jokes might be, it would take a particularly good-naturedly puts it, “People are stupid, nito from St. Petersburg sensitive person to be offended. They are and I say this with the highest respect.” Inspector General. to inspect the local gov- aa ernment.Thecitymanagerandallofthetop ranking officials of the town are deeply Old rockers making new comebacks troubled by this news because each man by JOHN REED time when REO Speedwagon and Styx were tunes that fans actually want to hear live, has his own little faults and corruptions. Senior Staff Writer considered premier rock bands (funny now, and so that critics can’t call them “an oldies Their meeting is disturbed with the news Since I am never far from a stereo, 1 have but true then). act.” (Hmmmm, think their copping the that there is a man from St. Petersburg scanned through a bevy of new releases. Enchantedconfirms that Nicks has cer- Stones’ M.O. a bit too closely?) staying at the inn who will not leave, and And while I have not yet uncovered the tainly earned her seat in the Rock Hall of they immediately assume that he is the album of the year, these new releases do Fame. Don’t be surprised if she gets an- Hole inspector general. The city manager brings merit a buying consideration. other induction in later years as a solo Celebrity Skin thisman, amereclerk, tohis home, and with artist. After a four-year plus absence, Hole this sudden change in his situation, the Stevie Nicks reappears with the much delayed and an- false inspector general, played by Aron Enchanted KISS ticipated Celebrity Skin. The record does Epstein, does all he can to make the best of First, let it be stated that Stevie Nicks is Psycho Circus not have the ironic title or timing of Hole’s this unexpected situation. not really one ofrock’s foundingwomen, as Psycho Circus is the first studio effort of last album, Live Through This, which was The pathetic antics of the townspeople she was touted as last year during the the original members of KISS in 19 years. released around the time of Kurt Cobain’s and the insane behavior of the imposter Fleetwood Mac media blitz. Sheryl Crow But it is akin to the formula that the band has suicide. The world watched while Courtney make the play wildly funny and just plain also referred to Nicks in the same way been using for over a quarter of a century, Love toured after that disc and basically silly. The entire cast is wonderful. Each during their induction to the Rock and Roll so the cliche factor is all over the ten new became an almost one-woman freak show character has his or her own little quirks i Hall ofFame. tunes on this disc. The group even goes so with some of her post-suicide antics. and mannerisms which the actors carry The women rockers of the 1950s and far as to push the cheese limit by turning its This behavior was perhaps justifiably off superbly. There are drastic contrasts 1960s (such as Etta James, Darlene Love, concert intro phrase, “You Wanted The due to grief, but most observersjust pointed between each character, from the hysteri- and The Ronettes) are the actual pioneers Best,” into a song which induces sensa- fingers and gasped at this grunge era Yoko cal school superintendent to the flam- ofwomen in rock. ButNicks isamystical tions of narcissistic overload. Ono. Love’sacting in the Larry Flint movie boyant postmaster to the obnoxious wel- songstress, and live, she has a strong and The gimmicky 3D cover is cool (even gave her Hollywood credibility, but antici- fare commissioner, giving the show depth though the effect was done much better and pation has loomed large over this follow-up and meaning. * alluring stage presence. She can, how- ever, be overshadowed in the Mac, largely sooner by the Rolling Stones on their 1967 to the 1994 disc. The cast is led by exceptionally strong because of the amazing Lindsey Satanic Majesties disc), but gimmick is the While Billy Corgan’s influence isall over performances from Epstein, Gates, and Cal Buckingham. essential word in KISS’ career. The group’s the five tracks he helped with for Celebrity Levis as the city manager’s wife. Every But Nicks’ solo work has always out- lyrics have a one-track-mind philosophy Skin (much like Kurt’s influence was on character, however, is strong and well-acted shined her Fleetwood cronies’ (including which looms towards the carnal. Live Through This), the disc, as a whole, by the performers. Buckingham) similar ventures. And it is In interviews, bassist/singer Gene could take the band in anew direction. With It is obvious that everyone involved

6 seriously doubtful that a box collection by Simmons is always quick to say that KISS a different, more pop-rock oriented sound, worked very hard on this show, and their Christine McVie or Mick Fleetwood will songs are mostly about sex. Thanks for the Love seems more content, and she’s not hard work has paid off. The only bad ever see the light of day. clarification, Gene. Hell, with such mystify- spoutingouttunesquiteaspainful as“Miss thing is that the show is a little bit long, World”(“Somebody kill me...”). But misery but it’s so good that you don’t really > Enchanted is Nicks’ finest hour. The ing and indirect songs in your repertoire like collection of three CDs reveals some im- “Love Gun,” who’d have thought? still sometimes looms in her lyrics, as the notice the length. The Balch Arena The- mensely personal sides ofNicks. That is not The group’s hardcore fans (a.k.a the orchestrated song “Hits So Hard” demon- ater is offering a great opportunity to see to say that Nicks has ever kept her feelings ’ “KISS ARMY”) are inevitably rejoicing at strates. a show that is not usually performed in A. back before, but her private emotions run the release of Psycho Circus.Nevertheless, The album is a good effort. But with all America. particularly deep in these songs. no new recruits to the ARMY will be en- the emphasis on making a “pop record,” a Ticketsare$8or$5 withavalidTufts ID Nicks’ collaborations with Don Henley listed due to this endeavor. major commercial hit from Celebrity Skin at the Box Office in the Arena Lobby of and Tom Petty (the tracks “Leather & Lace” But love ‘em or not, KISS’ upcoming does not seem to be in Hole’s immediate Aidekman Arts Center. The Inspector Gen- and “Stop Draggin My Heart Around,” world tour will be a money-making blitz- future this time out. eral is showing only three more times, on respectively) were amongst some of the krieg, so the new material is nothing more Oct.29,30,and31 at8p.m.It’sagreatshow

highlights of FM radio in the early 80s, a than a excuse to fill some time between the See COMEBACKS, page 9 .jand well worth the admission. 6 THETUFTS DAILY e October 26, 1998 ~ sports E tra.mple Juml Tuphsrnovers lead to a 42-7 Tufts loss byvrvEKRAMGOPAL, iams faked the kick and the holder, Senior Staff Writer Daniel DiCenzo, ran in to put Wil- What was supposed to be a liams up 20-0. The game was es- highly contested battle between sentially put away. “I was surprised a bit by how easily they moved the ball,” Samko said. “Their quarterback is out- standing, and they have the lead- ing rusher in the conference. They present you with some real prob- lems. Ifyou don’tguessrightsome- times, it’s going to be rough.” The very first series epitomized the New England Small College the game for both teams. Tufts Athletic Conference (NESCAC) immediately tried to establish its quickly turned into a blowout as running game against a Williams’ Tufts (4-1) was simply overpow- defense that was holding oppo- ered by Williams (5-0) on Home- nentsto 83 rushingyardspergame. coming Day, 42-7. Routhier could only muster three Three first-half turnovers by yards on two carries, however. On Tufts resulted in 14 points for the the next play, senior quarterback Ephs, as they were able to put the Dan Morse was sacked and Jumbos away in the first half. fumbled the ball away. Williams’ “I’m disappointed because I tackle Matt Schreck picked up the I felt that we could’ve played better Photo by Enc Anderson givingthe Ephs great The Jumbos hope that they can rebound from the Homecoming loss next week at Amherst. than how we played,” Coach Bill position at the Jumbos’ 14-yard - Samko said. “The biggest thing line. the clock. ’ difference from his 155yards per was turning the ball over three Tufts could not get anything 28-7,not 3-3 or7-3.” game average. Morse suffered a times. That’s something that we started on its next drive, as Morse Morse scrambled for a gain of The second half did not bode broken blood vessel in last haven’t done. When you do it, it’s was sacked two more times. Tufts five yards. Junior fullback Tim any better for the Jumbos as Wil- week’s win against Trinity and going to come back and haunt was forced to punt and Williams Kaufman picked up four yards on liams, which entered the game av- may have been feeling some ill you. In the firsthalf, we turned the got the ball back on its own 46- his only carry oftheday. Routhier eraging 35 points, scored on the effects. balloverthreetimes,andyoucan’t yard 1ine:Keenan began picking was going right at the Ephs’ de- first drive ofthe half. Williams went The senior looked to run first do that against a good team. They apart the Jumbo secondary with fense and gained eight yards on 80 yards on ten plays in 5:03 to go and was not accurate as he did the things they had to do to consecutive passes of 15 and nine two carries. up by four touchdowns. Once as .usually is. Morse, who is 5’10“, win the game. yards. Then Storzwentto work. Morse followed the rushes with again, it was the combination of “It’sdisappointing, but I’m not He ran for gains of five, 18, and an 1 I-yard completion to junior Keenan and Storzthat killed Tufts. also had trouble seeing over the big defensive line of Williams. disheartened. This is the first time four yards before finally scoring widereceiver JonTroy foronly his Storz went for 15 ofhis 153 yards in almost a year that we’ve had on a two yard run with 5:50 left in second completion of the half. on the day and Keenan was four-. Samko used junior Chris Fahey who performed well in mop up these feelings in the locker room,” the first half. Routhierand Kelleycombined for for-five with 7 1 yards on the drive duty, going 8-for- 10 with 103yards. Samko said. “It’s been almost a Williams proceeded to score 19 yards on the next four plays and ended the day 19-for-27 for The Jumbos still have achance year since we lost. It can happen. on its next possession as Tufts before freshman Renny DePaoIis 259 yards. to knock off a top NESCAC team We’re 4- 1 and if you told me that only managed to move the ball a scored on a five-yard scamper into -. The Purple Cows’ offensive next week when they visit the 4-1 we’d be 4-1 before the season total of nine yards. Keenan con- the endzone. juggernaut finished the day with Amherst Lord Jeffs. Amherst is started, I would have taken it.” nected with senior Matt Sigristfor At the half, Tufts was com- 494yards, while Tuftsgained only coming off a 36-28 overtime win The nail in the coffin followed a 19-yard gain that put Williams pletely outplayed by a stronger 209-mostofwhich came towards over 4- a fumble by junior running back into Tufts’ territory. Storzran right Williams team, which led 28-7 at the end of the game. 1 Wesleyan. “You can react either of you John Routhier. Williams’ junior for a gain of nine, and then on a the break. Williams had more than Both the offensive and defensive Sean Keenan, the highest rated third down and one, Keenan found triple Tufts’ yardage, 237 to 67. linesfor Williamsdominatedasthey ways,” Samko said. “YOUcan feel passer in theNESCAC, completed Colin Vataha open for nine yards. The biggest statistic was the four protected Keenan, opened holes for sorry for yourself, or come out fighting. I know what I am going to a 16-yard pass to Mike Paolercio. Keenan fired a bullet into the fumbles by Tufts, three of which Storz, and sacked Morse six times. Sophomore Fred Storz, the lead- endzone to John Linehan to put were recovered by Williams. Most visibly absent from the do and I’m pretty sure what this ingrusher in theNESCAC, muscled Williams up by two touchdowns. “I just told them that they had Jumbos’ offense was the pass- team is going to do.” his way up the middle for five Tufts did manage to put some to come out and play better,” ing game. Morse, who came into yards on two carries. Then Keenan points on the board with 2: 17 re- Samko said. “There’s no magic. the game as the NESCAC’s third Williams 42, Tufts 7 found Paolercio again for a 13- maining before halftime courtesy That’s the same thing that I told highest rated passer, finished the yard gain. them the last two weeks. We had to gamesix-for-I5 foronly33yards. Williams 14 14 14 0 -- 27 of a potent ground game. Tufts Tufts 0 7 0 0--7 Though Tufts was able to force put together an 1 1 -play, 52-yard play better, but it was a little bit Morse also had only 34 yards of different because we were down total offense, which is a stark a27-yardfieldgoalattempt, Will- drive that encompassed 5: 18 of 1st Quarter W- Fred Stoa 1 run (Robert Kaufman kick), 550. W- Mike Cleary 20 pass from Sean Keenan Jumbos can’t dwell on loss to Williams (Kaufman kick), 0:Ol. . 2nd Quarter W- Dan DiCenzo IO run (Kaufman kick), by JORDAN BRENNER in. Experience only comes with experience.” I1:23 Daily Editorial Board Nothing could be more true. For a coach who is in the process of W- Stoa I run (Kaufman kick), 7:35 c The Cows spent much of Saturday grazing in the Tufts endzones. T-Renny DePaolis 5 run (Nate Herpich building a program from the ground up, Saturday’s loss can not kick), 2:17 It wasn’t supposed to be that way. It seemed as though the gods were obscure the strides Tufts has made. The Jumbos are still 4-1 and in a 3rd Quarter smiling down on Tufts Saturday. Instead ofthe typical Homecoming three-waytie for second place inNESCAC with Wesleyan and Amherst, W- Storz 4 run (Kaufman kick), 957 rainstorm, the University was Tufts’ opponent next week. W- Storz I run (Kaufman kick), 0:20 blessed with a gorgeous, near-70 Football “Today was a step back,” Samko said, “but does that mean that the Team Statistics degree day. The campus was teem- program hasn’t taken strides? I’d have a hard time believing that. We Notebook Williams Tufts ing with alumni, tailgater’s village still have a chance at having a really good season.” . 24 15 wasaliveand well,and bythe open- While Samko was certainly disappointed by the loss afterthe game, 494 209 ?!!!Eling kickoff, the largest crowd in recent memory had filled the Oval. The he was unwilling to place any extra importance on losing to Williams. 216 73 278 1.36 atmosphere was truly festive. If it takes losses in big games to learn how to win, then Tufts took an 22-:10-0 14-25 1 Unfortunately, the game started. What ensued was a classic repre- important step this weekend. 2-6 4-36 2-82 5-153 sentation ofthe “snowball effect.” Things got bad for the Jumbos, and “Veryfew timesdoesaprogram constantlyclimb,” Samkosaid.“You 1-1 4-3 5-50 2-10 then they only got worse. Tufts’ first five possessions featured three take steps forward and steps backward. But, that’s okay. Whoever said ’i fumbles and two punts. Meanwhile, Williams did not punt until there it was going to be easy?” Individual Stats werejust over two minutes remaining in the first half. The Ephs scored Tufts basically ran intoajuggernaut. While the42-7 final margin of Rushing: Williaiiis -- Sicirz 26- 159. I’ctcrs touchdowns on four of their first five possessions, building an insur- victory was an exaggeration ofthe difference between the two teams, 2- 17. Kappaporr 3- I I, 1)iCciim I - IO, Kcciiaii 5-9. Gilyard 2-5. Rosciil)ury 1-5. mountable 28-7 halftime lead. Williams was clearly the better squad. They were bigger, faster, and Vhlaiii 3-4, Kiiislcy 4-2. ’l‘ulis-- For the Jumbos and their- faithful, it was a shocking first halfthat stronger. They entered the game with the top quarterback, running Koutliicr I !-44. Kcllcy 5- 19, Dcl?iaolh 4-7, quickly ended all anticipation ofa classic battle between two unbeaten Kauhaii 1-4. Morse I I- I. back, and overall defense in the NESCAC, and all played to their Passing: Williaiiis- Kcciiaii 27- 19-0- teams. The biggest game that Tufts has played in years was over as abilities. But losing to a team ofthat calibercan only help Samko as he 39,Goggams 3-:1-0-- 19. luf‘ts -- Morse soon as it began. But that does not mean that Tufts’ best season in years continues to build aprogram that will one day match Williams’ yearly I5-(iO--JJ, Fahy 10-8- I -- 105. teceiving: Williaiiis -- Clcary Ci-97, is over. success. ’aolcrcio C~73,Sigrist 3-44, Nciiicskal, 2- “It’sjustone game,”Coach Bill Samko said. “We’ve been ridingon Samko’s mindset seems secure, and he should be able to move on !2,Criqiii 2-16. Vat;ilia I-15.Joiics 1-8, emotion for such a long time and it’s tough to stay there for five weeks, past this game. What is most important is that the players do as well. dc~otiga~~1-3. ~ullrl.s-- I 101lliCs2-40. I’roy 2-22. Ciccliillo 2-2 I, Wok, 2-8, especially when the last two wins [against Bowdoin and Trinity] were This was the biggest game that any of them had played at Tufts. For kl’aolis 1-23,Calfrcy 1 -I I, Kcllcy 1.6, emotional for us. Nilson 1-6. Rourhicr 1-9. Kaufiiiaii 1-4. “I look at it that this is the first bin game that this team has played see FOOTBALL, page 8 THETUFTS DAILY * October 26,1998

Williams end in a It’s good to be the coreless tie after 120 minutes Jumbo soccer squad provides strong defense in match by BEN OSHLAG Daily Staff Writer

round Ellis Oval for weekend in a row. I ~~~ The people that worked on organizing Homecoming were prepared to make this year’s a fun, wet one. The theme was “Singing in the Rain” and the finalists for Homecom- Soccer ing King and Queen got to parade around in “Tufts Homecoming” rain ponchos. Finally on Thursday Williams 0 morning, I became optimistic and started singing to Tufts 0 myself, “I can see clearly now, the rain is gone. It’s going to be a bright, bright, bright, sunshiny day.” Saturday’s Homecoming events, Even El Nino couldn’t rain on our parade (pardon the the women’s soccer team (9-2-0) pun.) Everything was going right started down the final stretch of and Tufts had its best Homecoming the regular season, facing off in a long time. The pep rally started againstNESCACrival Williams. Photo by Eric Anderson -1 -1 offthe festivities on Thursdaynight The Ephs, entering the game at Becky Mann will look to lead the Jumbos over the Judges this with an awesome showing. Hun- 10-0- 1, presented themselves to Tuesday. dreds of people packed good ‘ole Dewick to pump up our athletes and be the Jumbos’ biggest challenge get some free toys. My personal favorites were the big pointy fingers of the year. Both teams played one of those games ended evenly, shots to their five. However, the and the squishy Jumbos. extremely strong games, and after as the Ephs were able to find the two goalies, who hold the top two This year, the entire football team showed up as opposed to last year 120 minutes, the game ended in a net in the other three, making them spots in NESCAC rankings, were when it was Greg Altman and some other guys. All we needed was scoreless tie. 3-0-1 this season in overtime able to handle everything their another ofpresident DiBiaggio’s “What’s a Purple Cow?’ speech from “It was a lot of fun playing the games. Tufts entered the game at opponents dished out. Tufts goal- two years ago. game, with all the hype, all the 1-0-0 in that category, defeating keeper, sophomore Randee It wasn’tahooplathisyear, butthe blockpartydidreally wellwithout excitement, all the crowd, and ev- Babson in the first game of the McArdle, came away with two saves and recorded her sixth shut- the rain. The event drew much more people than in the past on such a eryone cheering,” freshman Lynn Year. nicedaywithastrongmusical lineupandthecarnivalamusements. I had Cooper said. “There wasn’t a slow Despite the added experience, out of the season. to take a turn in the boxing ring, but I threw the fight because I didn’t moment ofthe game. We appreci- however, the play in the first over- The tie will not affect the Jum- want to embarrass my friend Bri. The actual number of people there at ate everyone here and all their time provided littlemoreoffensive bos much in the standings, but one time didn’t seem to be overwhelming, but it was good to see that support.’’ production than the previous two playing so well against a top-notch people were at least coming over to Fletcher Field for part of the As expected, defensive domi- periods had. opponent will help them in less afternoon. I think it would be safe to say that there were 500-600 people nance was the key for both teams, Williams generated a good tangible areas. through the course of the afternoon. with neither able to generate many scoring chance early, but the “This game means so much to Intermittently on Friday, I was checking the CNN online weather real scoring chances in the first shot flew over the crossbar, end- us,” senior co-captain Dana update, expecting to see a sudden thunderstorm system move through period. Williams has the top- ing the threat. Just over six min- Delegianissaid. “Itdoesn’tmatter Medford or a hurricane that came out ofnowhere. Nothing. At least five ranked NESCAC defense, having utes into the period, Hennessy thatwedidn’twin,atiemeansjust weather forecasts called for an unseasonably warm, sunny day. How allowed only four goals this sea- booted a free kick that could have as much. We did everything right ‘bout that? son, while Tufts is not far behind finished off the Ephs, but it also mentally, and we just never The next big part of the weekend was the Homecoming Parade. the Purple Cows with six. went high. stopped. They had comer kicks, Eleven in the morning is still pretty early to expect students to be up for This weekend the two teams The two teams then pushed the we stopped them on the comer the parade after a long night ofer... studying or going over the scouting battled back and forth evenly dur- ball back and forth for most ofthe kicks; they had free kicks, we report on the football team. The only people out on the parade route were ing the match, only occasionally period, with neither offense able stopped them on the free kicks. some fraternity brothers waiting fortheir reunions to start, some alumni finding an opportunity to push to break through. With just over We were so psyched and we shut out on the patio, two tours that walked by, and a few random Medford the ball deep into each other’s one minute left in the first over- them down. Although it would residents that lost their way to Powderhouse. territory, and the half ended with time,junior AmandaNagler drove have been nice to win, a tie isjust It was fun to be in the parade, though, even without the fire engine the score still knotted at zero. down the right side of the field in as good.” for the King’s Court to ride in. We members ofthe King’s Court didn’t The Jumbos, who have typi- afinal attempt score. Hershot was “The game means a lot to us. get a fire engine, but we got Burger King crowns instead so that we could cally been a very strong second- deflected out ofbounds, however, [A tie] is not going to affect the stick out. We can’t forget about those Homecoming ponchos either. half team all year, came out gun- and the Jumbos failed to convert rest ofthe season negatively, only That wasjust another example ofusingthe reverse psychology with the ning in the next period. The Will- on the ensuing comer kick. positively,” Nagler added. “Ty- weather gods. ing is okay because it was such an iams defense refused to break, Tufts came on even stronger in ”- The parade emptied out into Tailgaters’ village, where hundreds of however, and kept Tufts scoreless the second overtime period, even game; there were not that people (mostly alums) were out. Much to my surprise, every spot was its coming up with an increased though, picking up the pace in a many shots on either end. If we taken on the field. This probably ties back into the wholegood weather number of opportunities. last effort to knock on in. The had a lot of shots on goal and we thing. Alumni from the 50s up to last year were all out, barbecuing and The Jumbos were able to come Jumbos came extremely close a tied, then we’d be pissed, but it mingling. up with one final attempt to try to few times, but were never able to was a very solid game for both Slowlyatabout 1:50p.m., thefloodofpeopleflockedintoEllistosee keep the game from going into finish offthe Ephs. Naglercontrib- teams.” ifTuftscouldknockoffWilliamsforthe first timesince 1986. With the overtime, though. With just over uted two great crosses from the Tufts, 9-2- 1 on the season, will way everything was going so far this weekend, the chances looked two minutes to play, junior right comer, but both flew past the finish the regular season on the road, matching up against Brandeis pretty good. Dorianne Sharlip fired a shot from goal, as no one could get si solid - One of the first things that I noticed was that there were people themiddleofthe box. Theball flew piece ofthe ball to put it in the net. on Tuesday and then traveling to squeezing in anywhere they could around me. Then I turned around and towards the top of the net, but was Williams was able to charge Amherst Saturday for the final saw something that I had not seen in my two previous years, a packed tippedoverthe frame by Eph keeper back down the field in the final game. Oval. Laura Brenneman, setting up a minutes, but the Jumbo defense There were the face-painters, the body-painters, the people who Tufts comer-kick. once again tightened up and held were trying to do the “Ansky” commercial, Tramplezone, and the TCU Senior Erin Hennessy took the offthe Ephs as time expired. Senators decked out in cheerleading outfits. Even our student body kickand foundsophomoreCarmen “We would have been happier prez was out there wearing a guys’ cheerleading shirt. Mikacenic in frontofthegoal. The with a win, but we’re all really Monday, October 26 When one ofmy residents (I’m an RA) told me earlier in the day that Williams defense stepped up and proud of our work ethic on the No Games Scheduled he had other plans instead ofgoing to the football game, I wrote him up. wasabletoclearthe ballout, how- field, especially going into the Other than that lost soul, it seemed as ifEVERYONE was at the football ever, sending the game to an extra second overtime, not even letting Tuesday, October 27 game. period. up during the last minute of the Field Hockey: @ Wheaton, 3 The cheers started right offthe bat. “Hey Williams. Yousuck!”“Let’s Williams was no stranger to game,” Cooper said. p.m. go Jumbos!” “Defense!” And of course, the slow taunting of the playing additional minutes, hav- On the day, the Jumbos gener- Women’s Soccer: @ Williams kicker, Rob Kaufinan with “Kauf-man. Kauf-man.” ing gone to overtime in each of ated more scoring opportunities Brandeis, 2 p.m. This definitely ranked up there with the NCAA Tourney second their previous four games. Only than the Ephs, firing a total of 14 round game in 1997against Salem State where 600 Jumbo faithful made the90-minutetrekto Salem. Even when Williamsscoredonafakefield goal, the crowd was still trying to fire up the team. Gradually, as it looked like the skid to Williams would continue, the crowd was still trying to think ofways to keep Tufts in it. I was debating about going over to the Williams’ sideline and smacking the players with my new scepter. Tufts couldn’t pull it out against the Big Purple Football Machine, HOPES EVERYONE HAD A but it gave a good effort in every other sport. Field Hockey improved GREAT HOMECO see RAMGOPAL, page 8 ‘THETUFTS DAILY i~ Letters to the Editor Pete Sanborn Former workers treated Not all it’s crapped-~ up Editor-in-Chief unfairly to be EDITORIAL To the Editor: To the Editor: Jason Cohen Ijust finishedreading Alex Shalom’s article in the I have been racking my brain for the last several Managing Editor Dairy (“Tufts’ former custodians still suffering” 1 O/ days, searching for a way to repair the strained rela- Lauren Heist 9) and I find it disturbing. The hardship that Tufts has tions between Tufts and the Somerville community. Associate Editor inflicted upon its former employees is ridiculous. I was shocked and outraged when I discovered President DiBiaggio, whether right or wrong in his how horrible we have been to our fellow neighbors in NEWSEditors: decision to change janitorial companies, simply did not allowing their dogs to defecate on our fields! The Dan Barbarisi, David Pluviose Assistant Editors: not handle the situation correctly. And instead of horror! This is simply not acceptable! If there is one Andrew Freedman, Jordan Solomon trying to smooth things over and minimizing his thing I have leamed in all of my classes here, it is that mistakes(i.e., rehiring, severance package, etc.), our a basic human right is the freedom for one’s dogs to VIEWPOINTS Editors: Am01 Sharma, Dave Steinberg President chooses to ignore the pain he is causing in take a crap wherever and whenever they please. favor of smiling and making like nothing has hap- It isamajorhypocrisythatTuftsteachesliberal values FEATURES Editors: Tony Kahn, Elizabeth Chen, Jason Salter pened. andthe equalityofallmen, butrefuses toallowneighbor- Assistant Editors: Such is the action of a coward. f can not count hood dogstopinch a loafon our athletic fields! Asaresult Seth Ingram, Jennie Forcier;Lesley Bogdanow the number of times I have heard President of our horrendous wrong doing, I have come up with a ARTS Editors: DiBiaggio loudly tout his background as a child of solution tothe problem. Whilemy room may notbe large, Alison Damast, Katie House Italian immigrants who struggled each day to pur- from this day forward I invite all Somervilledogs to crap Assistant Editor: sue the American dream. After his handling ofthe inmyroom. Myroom will becomethecrappingroom. Caroline Wolter custodial situation, I am angered that he still asso- Ifeel that my sacrifice is the only way to repair the WEEKENDEREditors: ciates himself with a group which I too am a broken ties between Tufts and the community. In Rachel Deahl, Eliza Strickland member. President DiBiaggio makes more than a fact, I have contacted LCS and started making plans SPORTS Editors: quarter of a million dollars per year on straight for anew TuftsorganizationentitledDOODIE. Many Jordan Brenner, Jeff Margolies, Kelly Desmarais, Sam Erdheim salary, and lives in a house which he neither paid of my fellow Tufts activists have supported me on PRODUCTION for nor pays to maintain. It amazes me that such a this cause and it seems that in the very near future wealthy and privileged individual cannot under- there will be crapping rooms throughout the campus Pamela Abrams stand why loyal employees are not willing to take -enough for all Somervilledogs to defecate! I hope Production Director a 20 percent paycut and reduction of benefits. I that in my efforts to increase Dog Defecation aware- would think that someone who is constantly brag- ness, Tufts and Somerville might unite in brother- Production Managers: ging about his blue-collar immigrant roots would hood. We are sorry Somerville residents; but more Mike Dupuy, Judith Dickman be able to comprehend this. importantly, we are sorry Somerville dogs. LAYOUT Assistant Editors: Joseph Palazzo LA ‘0 1 Jonathan Sabin LA ’99 Sandra Fried, Meg Tenny, Valentina Clark GRAPHICSEditor: Geir Gaseidnes The King wants some answers about mascot - COR Editor: RAMGOPAL spiritedinawhile: SpiritArmy,the P.S. I still want to know what a Cambra Stern continued from page 7 Alumni, Student Activities, the Purple Cow is. PHOTOGRAPHYEditor: to 10-2 with a 2-0 win, Women’s TCU Senate, Tramplezone, Eric Andefson soccer tied 0-0 against one of the Programming Board, Inter-Greek Things that make you go hmmm Assistant Editor: top teams in the NESCAC, and Council, the fans, the athletes, the The last six years. that Ken- Allison Chapman men’s soccer lost a 1-0 heartbreaker spirited King’s Court, and all of tucky has won the’ NCAA touma- ONLINEEditor: on a goal in the waning minutes. you guys that voted for me for ment, the Yankees have won the Jeff Carlon Other than the outcomes of Homecoming King. World Series. Would you pay $9 1 Assistant Editor: Oh, Kelly and I have been asked million for a Pi(a)zza delivery? Is Sonal Mukhi some games, you really can’t com- plain about this year’s Homecom- this question so much in the past George going to sell the Yanks? BUSINESS ing. 24 hours that I figured I’dclearthe That could explain the Oscar win- To close, I’m going to give a air. “DOthe King and Queen get to ning, tear-filled performance after John E. Gendron shout out to all of those people keep the crowdtiara and scep- Game Four. Five more days until Executive Business Director who worked to make this year’s ter?’ Look for me on Halloween theNBA season kicks off. Oh wait. night for that answer. Never mind. Business Manager: Sara Kugler Homecoming the best and most Office Manager: Laura Giuliano Advertising Managers: Grace Lee, Kathy Peter Receivables Manager: Pamela Mills Tufts hopes to rebound after tough loss FOOTBALL play the 4-1 Lord Jeffs. IfTufts is first place with them. continued from page 6 still dwelling on Saturday’s loss, But that won’t be possible if seniors like quarterback Dan then chances are that they will be Tufts is unable to regain their fo- Morse or captain Jerry Karacz, struggling to deal with another cus against Amherst. Saturday’s game was supposed to loss. “A letdown is a legitimatecon- - Crowning homecoming betheculmination offouryearsof So the players must remember cern,” Samko said. “1 honestly hardwork. Instead, everythingthat this: noone expected them togo 8- don’t believe that the coach’s job could have gone wrong did, and 0; very few teams do. A SO0 sea- is to motivate. Motivation comes court doesn’t alwavs now the team must rebound from son would be a success for the from within. Coaches can inspire, d its first loss in nearly a year. It’s ,program. But the possibility re- but that usually only lasts for five going to be tough. mains for the Jumbos to go 7- 1. minutes. Then yougo backtobeing bring out student’s best However, that’s where leader- Thatwouldstillberemarkable.And the person you are.” College Press Exchange ship comes in. The Jumbos have there is no telling whetherthe Ephs It’s achallenge that iscertainly - CHAPEL HILL,N.C.-Home- Controversy indeed sur- another difficult game next week, may-~ slip up later in the season, attainable, inaseason thatcan still coming is usually a time to bring rounded last year’s king- and as they will travel to Amherst to allowing Tufts to at least share be great. together the past and the present queen, who, after receiving their so both eras can help celebrate crowns, opened their jackets to the future. reveal T-shirts that read “Racial But at some universities across stereotypes dehumanize.” They the nation, the tradition ofchoos- were protesting the school’s use Tie Tufts D/Y: where ing a homecoming court has be- of a Native American mascot, come such a sore subject that it Chiefllliniwek. dampens-either publiclyor pri- Broom said the incident had you read it first. vately -the festivities for many. nothing to do with this year’s Take the University of Illi- decision, but many school offi- nois at Champaign-Urbana for cials, students and alumni se- example. It dumped its 62-year- cretly grumbled that they didn’t The Tufts Daily is a non-profit, independent schedule and rate card are available upon request. old competition all together this want a repeat performance. newspaper, published Monday through Friday LETTERSTO THE EDITOR -- year, reasoning that the exercise Lastyear’squeen, Madhu Goel, during the academic year, and distributed free to Lettersmust be submitted by4 p.m. and should had become too competitive and now a 22-year-old law student at the Tufts community. Business hours are 9 a.m. - 6 be handed into the Daily office or sent to p.m., Monday through Friday, 1 - 6 p.m. on Sun- controversial. The student-run the University ofchicago, agrees [email protected]. All Letters must be day. The Daily is printed at Charles River Publish- word processed and include the writer’s name . Illini Union Boardsuggestedthe with the school’s decision. ing, Charlestown, MA. move. “1 think that’s very strong ra- and phone number. 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‘Studio 54’ brings back disco Gidney addresses anticipated- criticism COMEBACKS are mixed with overlooked, tran- LANGUAGE example the minstrel-like dragon in Jackie Brown, social-psycho- continued from page 5 scendent, non-charting album continued from page 1 in Mulan, played by Eddie logical research on code switch- Various Artists tracks, suchas“PayTheDevil(0h people “code switch,” or change Murphy, who ing, and recommendations on how Studio 54 Soundtrack Baby Oh),” “YourNumber Or Your dialects depending on the situa- speaks African-American En- to explain linguistic racism to oth- and Name,” “Rocket of Love,” and a tion. glish. Its impact can be seen ers. Disco Ball rapidcoverofNickLowe’s‘‘1 Knew Gidney concluded by saying when “I go to an elementary In response to the last ques- Volumes I & 2 The Bride.” that we “must train ourselves to school and people tell me I don’t tion, Gidney explained that there is With the 20th anniversary of recognize linguistic racism.” He act black,” Gidney said. dialect awareness by the age of the release of Saturday Night Booker T & The MG’S said that linguistic racism can Gidney received very strong four or five; issues of language Fever late last year, did you really Time is Tight be seen when used to mock or applauds, and then responded to can be discussed with a child in think disco was not going to make I have never been a big fan of demean African-American cul- questions from the audience deal- third or fourth grade. “Get people a large return? The flick The Last instrumental bands, as I usually ture, and can be seen in produc- ing with issues such as the differ- . to see moviesas being loaded with Dqys ofDisco was the first tojump enjoy deciphering lyrics and look- ers’ attempts to establish a con- ences between the movie and the- symbolic meaning,”Gidneyurged on the anniversary bandwagon; ing for the “real meaning” behind nection between dialect and per- ater version of The Lion King, the his audience in concluding- his now compilation re-issues of the songs. But Booker T& The MG’s sonality. Gidney used for an repeated use ofthe word‘higger” speech. polyester era are cropping up at a have always appealed to me. massive rate. The band was so talented and The dual soundtracks to the soulful in the past that they were flick Studio 54 are examples of a the studio- backing quartet for good balance which mixes main- many a Stax soul superstar (most stream songs with club hits (which notably, Otis Redding). The group fast bal I we are too young to have danced even had a major hit of their own to or have even heard). One ofthe with “Green Onions.” A quartet of ALL THE PAIN MONEY CAN BUY earliest disco songs, included on musical virtuoso’s,band members Studio 54, “Young Hearts Run SteveCropper (guitar), Duck Dum Free” by Candi Stanton,owesmore (bass), Booker Jones (keyboards), to soul than disco, but the beat is and the late AI Jackson (drums) one you just have to frolic to. This are still highly respected musi- Tufts University Concert Board Proudly is the case with all the soundtrack’s cians. songs, familiar or not. The band was tapped to back Presents However, Disco Ball is a col- Neil Young a few years ago for a lectionofthe more commercial side tour, and Cropper and Dunn are ofthe beat. A two CD box set, it is alumniofthe BluesBrothers.Dunn The 1998 Fall Rock Show the craftiest disco repackaging also did acouple oftourswith Eric available. A three- ring binder in Clapton in the 80s. The collection the set does all the planning for a Time Is Tight is a wondrous three disco party and includes disco CD observance of the bands ca- dance steps, drink and food reci- reer. While they never loomed pes, and even invitations to send much on the charts, they were out. What a suitable and clever without much argument amongst gimmick forthe hokey decade that the best of the rock/soul instru- conceived disco. The songs, once mental combos, and Time Is Tight FASTBALL over-played and colorless,are now is more than ample evidence of danceably contagious. Disco Ball that fact. also shows that disco and techno are really not that much more than The Who Saturday, October 3 1, 1998 distant cousins. Isle of Wight (video) Just a tad over the year anni- Dewick-MacPhie Dining Hall The Knack versary of the first Woodstock, Zoom there was a festival called the Isle Doors: 8 PM Pro0f of Wight Music Festival. While Almost two decades after “My the Wight gala was not as legend- Sharonna” had a six-week run at ary as its predecessor, it did draw Tickets: $8 the top of the charts (and four a larger crowd than Woodstock years after it was exhumed for the (morethan600,OOO). Thebandros- Tickets go on sale soundtrack of the film Reality ter was almost as impressive, but Bites), The Knack returns once the shining stars at both events Monday, October 26 at 9 AM again. Theirnewestrelease,Zoom, were sets from The Who. is their first offering of new mate- While the accolades for The at the Info Booth. rial since SeriousFun in 199 1. The Who’s Woodstock show have members of the band are now in been widely recollected,their Isle their early40s, and they no longer of Wight gig was never more than sing about teenage lust, trying to a footnote in the bands touring avoid the sexist lyrics that were history. Now the interest that YOU MUST BRING YOUR the major cause of the group’s swelled when the Isle of Wight early 80s punching bag status for show was released several months TUFTS I.D. TO PURCHASE rock critics. ago on CD has given way to a TICKETS AND ENTER Zoom is a pop lover’s dream. brand new video release of the Band leader Doug Feiger creates performance. Who fans can now THE CONCERT. some ofthe best licks with his 12- relive the grand performance of string Rickenbacker guitar that their early morning rock opera/ would make even Byrds’ leader power chord wake-up call (their Roger McGuinn envious set was from 2 a.m. to 5 a.m.). (McGuinn was one of the first to An edited rendering ofthe rock popularize the 12 string in rock). opera Tommy is included, and it Sometimes the harmonies and easily bests the studio version. chords blend so exquisitely(espe- Killer takes of “My Generation,” ciallyon “RockIs Dead”and“Can “SummertimeBlues,”and“ICan’t I Borrow A Kiss?”) that it sounds Explain” have asimilar feel ofsuc- like the Beatles might have cess. If you have the CD, you’ve their new album featuring the hit single “the way” sounded, if they were Yanks and gottaget the accompanying video, McGuinn was the fifth member. as The Who is a band you have to also available MAKE YOUR MAMA PROUD A greatest hits compilation, see visually to fully relish. And in

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