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Kerry was UM and Bush was Louisiana Tech OPINION PAGE 9

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Wear your political statement EDGE PAGE 12

Georgia Tech falls as Brock Berlin soars SPORTS PAGE 15

PLUS: KERRY Mansion slams vs. Bush 11 Bradley No. 2 in nation 19 In theBUSH end, UM was photo above SEANNA CRONIN/Hurricane Staff FRANK LOPEZ/Hurricane Staff the real winner PAGE 3 CyanCyan Magenta Magenta Yell Yell Black Black ( (Hurr2 Hurr2 ) )

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OCT TODAY Locks of Love time is finally back. 5 Brought to UM by LINK, professional salon stylists will be cutting and styling donators’ hair for free from 10 a.m. to BREAKING SPREADS 12:30 p.m. To set up an appointment, please email [email protected]. If you would like to find out more infor- mation about Locks of Love please visit their national website at www. locksoflove.org.

OCT WEDNESDAY Last chance to donate to Locks 6 of Love from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To set up an appointment, please email [email protected].

OCT THURSDAY Come by the UC Breezeway from 7 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to fill out a brief ques- tionnaire, learn more about Depression and enjoy snacks and prizes as the UM Counseling Center commemorates National Depression Screening Day. For more information, contact Jose Sandoval at [email protected].

Don’t forget the Fall Career Expo today at the Wellness Center from ERIN HURLEY/Hurricane Staff 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Representatives WHY SHOULD I BE PRESIDENT?: Students filled the patio holding signs and posters to watch the first Presidential Debate Thursday night. from a wide variety of companies and organizations will be on campus to share employment and internship Students the real stars of Debate Watch Party opportunities with you. Professional By Vanessa Krause young people to get involved and and students enjoyed a variety of places around the area. dress is required. For more informa- News Reporter became more aware of politics,” Beau desserts, hamburgers, hot dogs and Because of the big crowd, a large tion, including a list of the compa- Sia, one of the members of DYP, said. chicken wings that were offered in number of students had to sit on the nies that will attend, visit www.toppel. The UC patio and the Rat were the “But tonight is wild, I had no idea it tables along the UC Patio and the grass to watch the debate. miami.edu/careerexpo. places to be Thursday night, as more would be like this - it’s amazing.” Rat. “Overall, the party was a success,” than 4,500 students gathered to enjoy The large crowd of students “The party is excellent - there are Jana Carrero, sophomore, said. “But I Are you the best NCAA Football a huge “block party” that entertained prompted security to be tight as enough people to make it a fun atmo- think that the little space between the gamer in the country? If you’re students and faculty. up to the challenge, come by the students entered the UC Patio and sphere, but not so many that it feels Food Court and the Rat was a little Hosted by WWE Superstars Convocation Center at 7 p.m. to check Breezeway. All students and faculty overcrowded,” Tim Keogh, senior, said. claustrophobic since the tables and out the EA Sports NCAA Football Mick Foley, Mark Henry and Chris were required to show a valid 'Cane “Plus, the University gains cool points the food lines were all situated really Challenge. This event is free for UM Nowinski, the party began before the card at every entrance. anytime there’s free food. It’s much close together.” students. debate, and continued long after it “The debate party was one of the higher quality food than I think a lot The post-debate performances had ended. best university-sponsored events I’ve of students are used to.” included Grammy award winner Jill OCT SATURDAY The pre-debate performance was been to during my college career,” The scene was hectic before the Scott, followed by Grammy award Don’t miss the hip-hop artists per- headed by Declare Yourself Poets Vanessa Alvarez, sophomore, said. “I’ll debate, as television cameras and nominee Vanessa Carlton, who was 7 forming live at the Convocation Center [DYP], a young group of poets that probably never be as safe as I was this reporters hunted down students the last performance of the evening at 7 p.m. The Hip-Hop Explosion fea- travels around the country encourag- past week on campus. I’ve never been for quick interviews and photo ops. concluding minutes after midnight. tures Twista, Jadakiss, D.O.D. and ing young people to make a difference surrounded by so many guards.” Once the debate got underway, the more. Tickets start at $16.75. and vote. Despite the large crowd of stu- attention quickly shifted to the large Vanessa Krause can be contacted “Our mission is to encourage dents, the free food was not scarce, screens that were placed in strategic at [email protected].

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NEWS BRIEFS UMNEWS Students join community in volunteering for National Gandhi Day of Service National Gandhi Day of Service, held last Saturday, brought out 150 students from UM to volunteer for various activities at 13 differ- ent sites that ranged from wildlife preserves to retirement homes. Student organizations that participated included LINK, STEP, Earth Alert, Habitat for Humanity, COISO, ISA, UBS, HSA, and SpectrUM. Outside of UM, there were an additional 50 volunteers from Barry University and The Miami Non-Violence Project. All together, includ- ing Florida Club Care Center, Epworth Village, Charlee House, and a hurricane relief warehouse. Volunteers spent all morning making a difference in their community. According to organizers, this year has been the most successful Gandhi Day endeavor in the last 3 years. SG and Library join forces to improve test scores Student Government and the University of Miami library system announced the availability of LSAT, MCAT and GRE prep books. There will be two copies of each available, one for library-only use SARA MIGA/Photo Editor and one for three-day reserve. The deal with the library is that if NOT JOHN HANCOCK: Sen. John McCain signs autographs for UM students Pete Maki and Peter Groverman before Thursday's debate. the demand for these books increases, then more copies will be added.

Debate activities on campus ELSEWHERE encourages student voters U. Wisconsin police arrest mascot for crowd surfing By Christine Dominguez Associate News Editor (U-WIRE) MADISON, Wis.— Camp Randall provided some memo- rable moments for University of Wisconsin [UW] students last Celebrities passed students in the hall- Saturday as the UW football team beat Penn State 16-3, but one badger missed out on part of the fun. ways, the UC Breezeway became a hotspot The UW Police Department quietly arrested Bucky Badger during for political shouting matches, and all media the second quarter of the game shortly after police officers saw him cameras were focused on UM when the first body passing through the student section. Although few students 2004 Presidential Debate took place at the were aware of the arrest, the badger was removed from the game Convocation Center last Thursday. Events and fined $181 for body passing. leading up to the debate brought notable During Bucky’s arrest, a replacement Bucky was prepped and speakers and media from all over the coun- sent out, according to Lt. Karen Soley of the UWPD. Bucky arrests try to discuss the issues most important to happen about once every seven or eight years, Bridges added. A students. Waunakee, Wis., police officer watched Bucky during the passing “I think that the experience, in gen- and then fished him out from the crowd after he was set down. eral, brought what democracy is to us,” Bridges said mascots and members of the cheerleading and pom squad know they are not allowed to body pass during games. Daniel Pedreira, junior, said. “You have the Bucky was taken to the police center inside Camp Randall and Declaration of Independence in the UC, dif- ticketed. His court date is Oct. 15. “No one is allowed to body pass ferent media outlets talking about politics, because it’s an unsafe thing,” Sorley said. “It is something we will the candidates debating, so it just brings all FRANK LOPEZ/Hurricane Staff arrest someone for.” these things together and it lets us see just SHOWING THEIR SUPPORT: Students voiced their opinions with signs all day Thursday. a part of what is important in the country right now.” ETC. Aside from those who got to attend the many students even though we weren’t able candidate has a lot to improve,” Albin Xavier, UM is offering a three-credit UM travel course touring Mexico, debate, enthusiastic students filled the Rock, to go to the debate. It’s made me really proud freshman, said. “Kerry did not give the the Yucatan and its islands over Spring Break. This course-trip, the UC Patio, and the Rat Plaza to watch the to go to school here.” American public a precise picture of what March 12-19, 2005, studies on-site the sacred land of the Maya debate on giant screens, enjoying the free The debate encouraged many students, his policies are and I don’t think that Bush and the rich heritage of Spanish colonial life. This course, ARC 323, food and entertainment. political activists or not, to express their knows what he’s talking about at all. I think is intended for all students and no prerequisite course is required. For further information, including financial aid, call 305-284-5253, “I liked the Debate Watch Party held views. Students had much to say concerning that Kerry needs to be able to put a strong Professor Lopez-Gottardi, School of Architecture. here at the Rat,” Laura Forbes, senior, said. the outcome of the Kerry vs. Bush debate. “I thought it was good how they included so “As far as I’m concerned, I feel that each see DEBATE page 5

October 5, 2004 THE MIAMI HURRICANE News 3 Cyan Magenta Yell Black ( Hurr4 ) Students pick winner of debate fact that they didn’t feel that the debate Debate sways would sway their opinions at all, most still intended on watching it on TV and some, not all around campus. “I do not expect the debate to sway By Teressa Dalpe my opinion. I am voting for George News Reporter Bush because I feel his aggressive-

ness in protecting our country is what The sentiments of University of we really need right now,” Courtney Miami students remained divided yet Leffingwell, sophomore, said. “John reinforced over who would be the best Kerry is so indecisive and no one really commander-in-chief after Thursday knows what he stands for.” night’s first presidential debate held in Did the debate affect these students’ the University’s Convocation Center. opinions? Who in fact “won” this first In the days preceding the debate, and very important debate? some UM students were undecided as Talamas, like many other students, to their opinions and hoped that the felt Kerry emerged victorious. debate would help them better make “I thought Kerry was a very elo- up their minds about whom to vote quent speaker, Talamas said. “Bush for. stuttered a lot. You could tell Kerry had “It will sway my opinion,” Kelly a plan - he didn’t seem intimidated by Talamas, junior, said. “I’m going to try any of the questions.” to go in with as open a mind as possible “Kerry dominated in factual pre- - I can’t really say at this point which sentation and eloquence,” Ellis said. candidate I favor.” “Bush skirted a lot of questions - I Junior Charlie Ellis was a volunteer don’t think he was prepared. Kerry also SARA MIGA/Photo Editor firefighter present when the Pentagon brought up issues not many people CENTER STAGE: Senator John Kerry and President George W. Bush argued their points at the debate on Thursday. was hit on Sept. 11, 2001. were aware of such as cutting fund- “Although I favor John Kerry, I’m speaker at the debate because he spoke ing for police and firefighters. What going into the debate open minded,” more clearly and with greater ease,” how safe they want to feel in their own Talamas said. “But those undecided angered me, however, was the fact that Ellis said. “Both candidates deserve a Leffingwell said. “Debating is not Bush’s country.” may sway towards Kerry because over- Bush confused Saddam Hussein with fair chance to speak as long as honesty strong point - it’s a weakness, but his The students agreed on one point, all he presented himself better.” Osama bin Laden and said ‘September is maintained.” ability to debate is not indicative of his however - that this debate was very 10’ at one point instead of ‘September Many students had already decided ability to lead his country. People need close. Teressa Dalpe can be contacted at 11.’” which candidate would receive their to get over the fact that he says ‘um’ and “People who were already decid- [email protected]. “I think Kerry was the better vote long before the debate. Despite the stumbles over his words, and focus on ed will probably stand their ground,” University experts declare Kerry winner Professors share camera and seemed very uneasy and and weak demeanor proved that Kerry and Burleigh agreed that his questions “Kerry’s steadfast- annoyed,” says Dr. George Gonzalez, was stylistically a far more superior were disappointing. professor of political science. “This debater in this debate than Bush.” “The umbrella topic is foreign policy ness, eloquent style opinions, analysis showed a president who didn’t seem However, not all of the UM experts and homeland security,” Lehrer said and attempt to connect By Meghan Risser very presidential.” agreed that Kerry was such a clear-cut during the opening comments of the with the people, com- News Reporter Many professors believed that while winner of this debate. Some believed debate. However, many felt that there Bush was becoming more fidgety, Kerry’s that the debate was considered a draw. were no broad based foreign policy pared to Bush’s defen- The debate may be over, but one ability to debate shined through. “I think that the people were either questions outside the issue of Iraq. siveness, uncomfort- thing still remains - the debate is still “Kerry seemed much more relaxed hoping or fearing for a blunder by either “Being in Miami, Cuba would have able, whiny, hunched, the talk around town. The reaction was than Bush,” Burleigh says. “The brev- candidate, which I believe did not hap- been a logical question for Lehrer to clear: among a half-dozen of UM’s own ity and clarity of points helped Kerry pen” says Dr. Edward Dreyer, a professor have posed,” Steinberg said. and weak demeanor experts, Kerry was the winner. connect with the audience more and in the History Department. If there is one thing that the profes- proved that Kerry was “The surprise seemed not to be on showed he had a lot of discipline as a “Though his performance was more sors agree on, it’s that the debates went stylistically a far more the substance of the debate, but rather debater.” uneven and did not look so good when off with out a hitch for UM. the way Bush carried himself,” says A. David Steinberg, lecturer in the Kerry was speaking, Bush did well too,” “I thought the effect on the uni- superior debater in this Peter Burleigh, visiting distinguished School of Communication, picked out Daniel Stevens, assistant professor in versity was very positive, and people debate than Bush.” professor and ambassador-in-resi- stylistic differences which reassured the Political Science Department, said. seemed to be really energized by the dence. Most professors agreed that Bush him Kerry had won. Not all comments about the debates media presence,” Stevens said. looked extremely uncomfortable and “Kerry’s steadfastness, eloquent were about the two candidates. — DAVID STEINBERG, out of his element. style and attempt to connect with the Many believed that Jim Lehrer, who Meghan Risser can be contacted at School of Communication “At one point, while Kerry was people, compared to Bush’s defensive- was the moderator for the debate, did [email protected]. speaking, Bush looked right into the ness, uncomfortable, whiny, hunched, not do a substantial job. Both Steinberg

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Protests draw hundreds, rouse passion By Jay Rooney snagging the presidency. News Reporter Again, turnout was estimated in the hundreds. As the coffins were being carried to Jaycee Park, On the day of the Presidential Debate, hundreds Kerry supporters came out en masse and took gathered on the intersection of Stanford Drive and their place, ready to greet presidential candidate U.S.1 in protest. They were loud, proud and for the Sen. John Kerry as he passed by in his motorcade. most part, pro-Kerry - or at least, anti-Bush. The Eddie Garza, freshman, put the rally together protests started at noon, and started to clear up for the Kerry campaign. at 8:45 p.m. “Awesome, totally awesome,” said Garza, who The first protest, a symbolic unemployment was organizing the Kerry supporters and handing line, was co-organized by People for the American out signs as the ongoing traffic on U.S.1 constantly Way [PFAW] and the American Federation of honked in support. “I was so pleased with the Labor & Congress of Industrial Organizations amount of support for our next president. I can’t [AFL-CIO]. Protesters brandished big sheets of wait for Nov. 2, when Kerry is named president and paper resembling pink slips filled with informa- we can really start turning the corner.” tion and statistics regarding unemployment and During the course of the later protests, a few formed an “unemployment line” from the Stanford UM Bush supporters tried to voice their support Drive intersection down U.S.1, reaching for the at the rally, but eventually left. As the motorcades Convocation Center. PFAW and AFL-CIO organized drew near, a right-wing group known as Protest a similar protest in New York for the Republican Warrior tried to crash the rally and exchanged Convention. chants with Kerry supporters. The Protest Warriors The protestors ranged from unemployed work- shouted, “Four more years!” while the Democrats ers to students and sympathetic activists. yelled, “No more Bush!” The Kerry supporters Ray Herbert, a 50-year-old former rehab thera- ERIN HURLEY/Hurricane Staff SARA MIGA/Photo Editor Students showed up in droves to eventually drowned them out, despite the fact that pist, made his plight known. VOTE FOR HIM: LOUD AND CLEAR: Students show their debate support their candidate in effort to be seen on TV. spirit with signs and cheers, protesting along US1. the Protest Warriors were using a megaphone. “I’ve been employed by the state for 25 years. Turnout for the Kerry rally was estimated at 250 to It moved from Miami to 800 miles away,” said suppressed and we must give a voice to the people CODEPINK, said it was “visually incredible to 300 supporters. Herbert, who also said he had an option to move who need it.” see over 70 coffins; you realize the devastation of Police presence was heavy throughout the pro- with his job, but it wasn’t financially beneficial. “I The protest was overwhelmingly pro-Kerry, Iraq.” tests, but the protesters cooperated well with the can’t find a job. Health insurance killed me, as I’m and turnout was estimated at 150 to 200 people. Students helped with the protest. officers, moving when directed to and even engag- a diabetic and need medication.” The second protest, organized by the Broward “It’s putting into perspective how war really is,” ing in conversation with them. Herbert blames both Gov. Jeb Bush and Anti-War Coalition, CODEPINK: Women for Peace, David Marcillo, sophomore, said. Aside from individuals brandishing signs, President George W. Bush for his situation, citing and the League of Pissed-Off Voters, centered Several different groups and individuals were there were no organized protests on campus, pos- government plans to privatize all state facilities. on 76 makeshift coffins representing American also present delivering their messages. sibly due to a school policy requiring protesters Students and faculty were also present at the soldiers killed in Iraq during the past month. The One protester was handing out censored imag- to register with Public Safety two days before a protest, though in significantly fewer numbers protest started at 6 p.m. at the Stanford-U.S.1 es of flag-draped coffins being brought back to planned protest. than the rest of the protesters. intersection, and eventually protesters moved the America from Iraq. Another displayed his collec- “I speak as a rep of the 1.3 million who lost coffins to Jaycee Park, where the names of Iraq tion of newspaper clippings from the buildup to Jay Rooney can be contacted at j.rooney@umiami. their jobs, the eight million unemployed,” Patrick casualties were read. the Iraq war. Yet another, who referred to himself edu. Walsh, junior, said. “The minority must not be Andrea Buffa, who organized the event for as simply “I,” set up campaign posters in hopes of Debate activities provide students bragging rights

from DEBATE page 3 anything new to say and that they were it made me reaffirm my decision to just bickering back and forth and that choose my candidate. I learned a lot picture in what his vision of America is, nothing productive actually came out of more about politics, because I’m not a and I think Bush needs to get acquaint- it,” Vanessa Goas, sophomore, said. person that’s too involved, and I want ed with the issues and get acquainted “I think the president got a little to be, because I know it’s something with what he is trying to say, and what flustered a lot and I think he ended important.” his opponent is saying against him.” up repeating his thoughts a lot, and Students definitely appreciated the “I thought that Kerry was unbeliev- I think that John Kerry told America significance of the debate at UM. able, but I liked Bush’s heartfelt and what he believes in and defined where “Donna Shalala said we’d have a lot sincere responses,” Nicky Scapa, senior, he stands,” Leslie Rogoff, sophomore, of bragging rights when we go home for said. said. Christmas break, and I think that that’s Some felt that the debate got repeti- The debates brought in a political really true,” Forbes said. tive as it continued. environment that encouraged students “[This debate] shows that democra- “I thought it was extremely interest- to solidify their political views and get cy is not dying,” Xavier said. “Democracy ing to watch the both of them talk, even involved. is the solution to government, and it though I feel like they repeated a lot of “I thought it was very interesting that shows that there is no apathy for the 18- the same things over and over again,” they held [the first debate] here at UM, year-old. We are the future—this is it.” SEANNA CRONIN/Hurricane Staff Bernardita Yunis, freshman, said. and that they let us participate,” Xochitl WHAT ABOUT US?: Students voiced their opinions to the presidential candidates. “I thought [the debate] was kind of Valle, freshman, said. “The debate par- Christine Dominguez can be con- boring. I thought that nobody really had ties and activities helped a lot, because tacted at [email protected].

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Rock the Vote president pushes for young voters participation

By Leigha Taber tion, as well as a 15 percent higher youth voter Of the Staff turnout than other states. While some may say that young people It’s hard to walk around campus with- tend to vote democrat, Green is quick to out noticing the increase in political inter- argue. est. However, this is more than just at the “The young generation is still definitely University of Miami; it is a national trend. up for grabs,” she said. Among various voter registration and Green states that candidates need to education campaigns, Rock the Vote is quite address specific solutions to war on terror- possible the most well known. ism, possibility of a military draft. She adds “We are seeing an unprecedented interest that the candidates have 30 days to show us. and engagement,” Director of Rock the Vote Jehmu Green said. >> For more information, visit www. According to Green, young voters will be RocktheVote.com. the swing vote in this year’s presidential elec- tion, with an estimated 20 million Americans Leigha Taber can be contacted at aged 18 to 25 voting. [email protected] This election has students and other

SEANNA CRONIN/Hurricane Staff BRAINS AND BRAWN: WWE Superstarrs team up with UM students to demonstrate, and stress political awareness. WWE tag team debate “The Democratic Party has given FINAL DECISION: Wrestlers tackle us a guy who’s invented the Internet The winner is...the voters. and a guy who’s invented Flip Flops.” The demographic of voters the issues The Democrat team could not between 18 and 30 is the crucial By Myriam Clerge respond to these attacks and Yelder’s swing vote that may decide the win- News Reporter stumble on mathematical calcula- ner of the presidency. According tions of federal funding by Bush to the 2000 figures from the U.S. An unprecedented event took cost them the round. Republicans Census Bureau, only 36 percent place when Mick Foley and John drew first blood. of the 64 million people between “Bradshaw” Layfield entered the 18 and 34 years old voted in that wrestling rink - except with no ROUND 2: year’s election. Furthermore, it has rink, no metal chairs, and no drop State Sen. Aronberg accompa- been reported that a narrow gap of kicks. There was only friendly nied Foley and Yelder and State 544,000 votes determined the 2000 SARA MIGA/Photo Editor banter and respectful criticism Rep. Llorente joined Bradshaw and Presidency. Many feel that the same POLITICAL POWERHOUSE: Mayor Gulliliani was among many of the political supporters at the on political issues. The tag teams Acosta. Neither side won this round, could occur in this upcoming elec- Presidential Debates last Thursday. consisted of UM students Tiffany due to equally shady and poor tion. This explains why there is a Yelder and Alex Acosta, as well as young voters focusing on different issues than responses to questions. surge of political climax by youth With the added media attention on the State Rep. Marcelo Llorente and older voters. groups and celebrities to position University of Miami, some notable media State Sen. Dave Aronberg. Instead “Young people are looking for answers,” ROUND 3: young voters on the political offense. personalities weighed in on their thoughts of the typical WWE body slamming Green said. “Don’t talk about the Vietnam Phrases like “we have a suck The ability of such programs like the of UM. competition, each team debated the era—these voters weren’t even born then.” it Presidency” by Mick Foley and WWE Smackdown Your Vote, MTV’s To date, Rock the Vote has registered over political, economic and social issues “This could be the UPenn South, the “when Bush finds himself in a big- Choose or Lose, Rock the Vote and 940,000 voters, which is close to its goal of concerning voters between the ages Columbia South. You just aren’t seeing ger hole, he buys a bigger shovel,” by Sean “P.Diddy” Combs’ Vote or Die 1,000,000 voters. of 18 and 30. the trend of everyone going North for col- Aronberg enabled the Democrats to to enlist voters could make the dif- Despite the interest in voting, many stu- lege anymore. Academia is moving South. recover from Round 1’s defeat. ference in November. dents have had difficulties with registering THE ISSUES: I think this school, because of Donna to vote. Some states have implemented strict The economy, Iraq and financial [Shalala] is moving in the Ivy direction.” AUDIENCE DECISION: Myriam Clerge can be contacted rules which make it difficult to declare resi- aid. —CHRIS MATTHEWS “Both sides did a great job, but at [email protected]. dency or complete necessary voter registra- I would pick the Democrats even Host, MSNBC’S Hardball ROUND 1: Ü J U S T V O T E ! tion paperwork. though that’s a little biased,” Daniela “Obstacles and barriers put into place for Mick Foley was paired with “Like most sports fans, what I knew Recabarren, junior, said. Ü President Bush and Sena- voters that we just don’t see in other democra- UM debate student Tiffany Yelder tor Kerry answered questions about Miami was your dominance in “Both sides were really interest- tized countries,” Green said. “We’ve seen this against John “Bradshaw” Layfield on the Voter Issues Paper (VIP) football. I’ve been the most impressed by ing,” Emerson Davis, freshman, said. year that students have come under attack and UM debate student Alex Acosta for young voters aged 18-30. the intellect. It’s the total package. Your “I don’t necessarily watch WWE but from election officials.” as Democrats vs. Republicans. girls are pretty, your guys are buff, and I think a lot of people tonight were Ü For more information on Additionally, Green stresses that more Bradshaw and Acosta gave statis- your politically active.” encouraged to vote.” Smackdown Your Vote and the states need to have same day voter registra- tics like “The [Bush] administration —PAUL BEGALA Voter Issues Paper visit www. tion. Currently, Wisconsin, Minnesota and has created 1.7 million jobs” and Co-Host, CNN’s Crossfire smackdownyourvote.com. New Hampshire all have same day registra-

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STUDENT EXPERIENCES Essay winner revels Debate volunteers learn meaning in debate experience By Kyle Munzenrieder of flexibility, help UM shine News Reporter By Meghan Risser The first Presidential Debate was News Reporter “The experiences that one of the most important events in the election, and I got to experience it At the first debate volunteer train- I gained from volunteer- firsthand. ing session, Dr. Pat Whitely, Vice ing for the Debate were I was notified the Tuesday before President of Student Affairs, welcomed truly priceless.” the Debate that I was an essay contest us and warned that “the theme of these winner. The day of, I got a blazer that debates will be flexibility.” To be com- almost fit, let everyone in the world pletely honest, I think we were all wor- an hour. know I’d be there and went to a recep- ried hearing those words. It was great to be recognized on tion where we heard speakers tell us SARA MIGA/Photo Editor But as the days went on, we realized campus by an ABC news reporter who how lucky we were and how important LIVE FROM MIAMI: Tom Brokaw interviews three UM students on their views. that the word “flexibility” was used in I assisted when he used the shuttle due the debate would be. We were served Debate Watch Party gets seal of approval the most positive sense, and we were all to the rain. He thanked me once again sandwiches and told to stuff grano- there to help each other out. for my assistance and help. la bars in our pockets because we By Reeva Oza ate a small memory to take home: the Wearing “the red shirt,” as many As a political science major, it was News Reporter wouldn’t have another chance to eat. cute “Presidential Debate 2004” button called it, was not what we were all beyond thrilling for me to place myself We then boarded a shuttle that made at the little button station in the about. We were about community and in situations that would enable me to The debate watch party at UM was took us to a bus, which took us to the Breezeway. I was also satisfied with the family. We were a family that assisted be in arm’s reach with people I have incredible. I arrived a little bit after the Convocation Center. We went through food - who wouldn’t be happy about each other when help was needed, who followed for a long time. debate had started, and the party was security, which really wasn’t any barbeque and desserts dished out by pulled together for UM. People like Chris Matthews, Paul already in full swing. The Rock, the UC tighter than your average airport, and servers? My specific job as a debate volun- Begala, Judy Woodworth, Pat Buchanan Patio, all around and inside of the Rat, found our seats. All in all, I was genuinely pleased teer was to ride on the media shuttles and Wolf Blitzer walked around cam- and even the food court were flooded We waited with nothing to do for that the first debate was held at UM. It from the credentialing area, where pus covering the most important presi- with people. two hours. I watched all the networks was nice to see so many students actu- security clearance was received, to the dential campaign of our lifetime. The strangest thing was that it was that were broadcasting. Bill O’Reilly ally paying attention to some part of the Wellness Center, where all the media The experiences that I gained from relatively quiet. Everyone’s eyes were on was so loud I could hear him over all political process, whatever the reason was staged. volunteering for the Debate were truly the big-screen TVs. The one exception the chatter from 50 feet away. - Vanessa Carlton or free food - that I was the first volunteer the media priceless. Never again will I be able was the cheers or boos that would erupt The event finally got started with brought them there. shuttle bus saw first thing Monday to help UM shine so brightly in such when the crowd reacted to a particular speeches by the Chairmen of the My verdict: It was worth the hectic, at morning at 8 a.m. Riding the shuttles an international light, or meet such a statement. Commission on Presidential Debates times annoying, week or so leading up to allowed me to learn others’ views on great group of people willing to help Even though I was kicking myself for and President Shalala. The candidates’ the debate. the election other than my own. One each other out. forgetting my camera (I saw someone wives were introduced and exchanged of the shuttle drivers, Lewis, expressed take a picture with Chris Matthews, Mr. pleasantries with each other. Moderator Reeva Oza can be contacted at his desire “to get George W. out of the Meghan Risser can be contacted at Hardball himself, as he passed by a few Jim Lehrer arrived and threatened us [email protected]. White House” very poetically for about [email protected]. feet from me!), I was still able to cre- to be quiet. Then it was time for the main event, and Bush and Kerry were Tutoring Institute Needs introduced. 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EDITORIAL EDITORIAL by Christina Guzman A happy ending Last week, we planned today’s editorial to be a The UC Breezeway exuded excitement in antici- compilation of everything that went wrong on campus pation of the presidential face-off. There was an while we hosted the first presidential debate. invigorating buzz as students vehemently argued over Today, we find ourselves at a loss of things to say. political issues and the presidential candidates before The parking situation was not as bad as we had and after the debate. After a series of hurricanes and expected. Many students were surprised that they had the thrill over the start of the football season - both no major difficulty in finding a parking spot the day of which ranked as our top priorities this semester of the debate. Furthermore, the shuttles worked effi- - the presidential campaign was suddenly revived and ciently (despite the trek to get to the Flipse Building) reenergized at UM. so that even when parking far away from class, stu- Like a bunch of little kids, we were giddy over dents were able to make it to places like Memorial meeting political, media and wrestling celebrities. without much of a hassle. We had opportunities to escort Rudy Giuliani; drive The security on campus was also less intrusive Anderson Cooper; talk to Paul Begala and Chris than we had imagined it would be. Nobody doubted Matthews after Crossfire and Hardball, respectively; that security personnel were around - it was hard to and mingle with Ralph Nader in the UC. It doesn’t get miss the packs of officers cycling on San Amaro Drive much better than that. or the blockades on Ponce de Leon Blvd. - but we Now that the debate has come and gone, our goal didn’t feel like our rights were infringed upon or like as a student body and as a university should be to LETTER POLICY we were being harassed. We felt safe, and the security continue being the interested, passionate, informed officers were endlessly courteous; it was nice to be students we were on Sept. 30. Being active citizens The Miami Hurricane encourages all treated as “Sir” or “Ma’am,” even if for just one day. involves more than being excited for a debate and readers to voice their opinions on Letters, with a suggested length Granted, not all the students that applied to go to voting on Election Day (although those are certainly issues related to the University or in of 300 words, must be signed and the debate were able to get seats. Having classes made important aspects of it). Being involved means fol- response to any report published in include a copy of your student ID it difficult to attend special events, like the live broad- lowing what our politicians do once they are elected. The Hurricane. Letters to the editor card, phone number and year in casts from CNN and MSNBC. The debate watch party Our interest should not be a once-every-four-years may be submitted typed or hand- school. Anonymous letters will not was overcrowded, creating a long line to get food. phenomenon. written (please make your handwrit- be accepted. Names may be withheld The point is, so many people were caught up in the Now all we need to worry about is that if Sen. John ing legible) to the Whitten University upon request at the discretion of The midst of the excitement for the debate that the debate Kerry wins the election, we might lose the college Center, Room 221, or mailed to P.O. Hurricane. The paper reserves the party was overcrowded. At UM. On a Thursday night. president that brought the debate to our campus, as Box 248132, Coral Gables, Fla., 33124- right to edit letters for clarity, brevity During midterm week. And students stayed even after some commentators and speakers hinted at last week. 6922.Letters may also be emailed to and accuracy. the free food was gone. For UM’s sake, maybe we should all be rooting for [email protected]. Last week, UM was truly a political campus. Bush... LETTER TO THE EDITOR RE: The presidential debate at the University of Miami of the College Republicans and Democrats. The president of the attend the presidential debate. Even more shocking is the fact that College Republicans came across as an articulate veteran with a there is such a lack of discontent about it! As an alumnus one year removed from my time at the command of the issues. Alternatively, it pains me to say the presi- What students need to realize is that for an entire year, we University of Miami, I was an undergraduate at a time in which dent of the Democrats came across as unfamiliar with the issues have been manipulated to believe that this debate is an amazing political interest and action on campus blossomed. When I and prostrating to the “anti-everything” crowd. While upset at opportunity for us to get involved in politics. In reality, this debate enrolled in the fall of 1999, not one political organization existed this, I understood it was only a minor footnote to the more gener- is more costly to the university than anything else and does not on campus. Five short years later, it is clear to me that UM is ally positive fact that UM was on a nationally televised program. benefit the customers (the students who pay the pricey tuition) at among the most politically active campuses in the nation. This I remain as proud of the University of Miami as the day I grad- all. We have been placated with all of the “free” events (Grammy “political revolution” reached its pinnacle during the presidential uated and I am sure I speak on behalf of all alumni when I extend artists, Dalai Lama, and other guest speakers) that the University debates. a belated thanks to all students, faculty, staff and administration is hosting, but we need to realize that none of this is free! We are Undoubtedly, UM gained much prestige in the national stage. for all pitching in and making the presidential debate at UM an paying for every cent of it, and who benefits? The political syco- From the standpoint of an alumnus, this calls forth great pride for unequivocal success. Hopefully, this success is but one in a string phants, the media, and the very few students who got to attend my alma matter, as I never failed to tell my family, friends and co- of many in the meteoric rise of our national-caliber university. the actual debate. workers, “Hey, you know the presidential debate is at my University In my opinion, students should have been selected via a lottery of Miami.” The administration did a fantastic job of making UM Jeffrey Donofrio system. Obviously, students that submitted the applications would appear first rate on television. In addition, the students showed up Class of 2003 be watching the debate on TV and vote anyway! Why not try to in force and gave off the impression that they cared about politics. select students who are new to politics and get them interested That in itself is deserving of the highest commendation - and for and motivated? This debate is a disappointment to students and it I thank you, the students. RE: The presidential debate at the University of Miami is simply another way for Donna Shalala to get her name in lights However, there was one instance where I caught myself think- once more. ing, “Did I just hear that?” While watching Hardball with Chris It is appalling that in a 7,000-seat convocation center, not all Matthews on MSNBC, I witnessed the interview of the president of the 689 students (a relatively small number) that applied could Emily Tarleton

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OPINION If Kerry was Kobe, Bush was a 19-year-old girl Speak Up

It was annihi- Newsweek put Bush with an 11-point Kerry had to do in this debate was to common sense, called him out on it and Who won the lation. Complete lead. Saturday, its new poll revealed a answer - succinctly - the flip-flopping pointed out who was really responsible debate? destruction. Kerry Kerry two-point lead in the debate. That’s charge. He did. And he even managed for 9/11. The response from the leader Q was the atomic a 13-point swing! Or how about this: 61 to do it with some levity. When refer- of the free world? “First of all, of course bomb and Bush was percent of those polled said Kerry won. ring to Bush’s changing positions in the I know Osama bin Laden attacked us. I Hiroshima. Kerry That’s an awful lot more than Bush’s 19 Department of Homeland Security, he know that.” Makes you feel like you’re in PATRICK was Miami and percent. This wasn’t a tie. Bush looked said, “The Bush campaign has a term for good hands, huh? GIBBONS Bush was Louisiana like he couldn’t care less and Kerry, to that.” Later, when Bush yet again repeated For once, Kerry was to the point. Tech. Or how about quote John McCain, “came out slugging.” yet another catch phrase about a Kerry And finally, Bush came off as whiny. this: Kerry was Bush, and Bush was the I, like most of the rest of us unlucky flip-flop (man, that’s a juvenile term) on He repeated “wrong war, wrong place, English language. souls, watched the debate on the Patio, Iraq with the 87 billon dollar vote, Kerry wrong time” seven times. You got noth- Oh, sure, we had “reporters” after the right behind Wolf Blitzer and Carlos had an answer ready: “Well, you know, ing, George. JOSE CANDELARIA debate, on the Rock and the UC Patio, Watson. And if anyone was watching when I talked about the 87 billion, I made The only disappointing thing about Junior saying it was a Bush victory or at worst CNN before the debate, you would know a mistake in how I talk about the war. But this debate for a Kerry supporter was “Who cares, WHAT ABOUT a draw. Of course, those were people like there was quite a large Bush contin- the president made a mistake in invading watching Saturday Night Live’s spoof of it. POLAND?!” Bush adviser Karen Hughes and RNC gent there, and they weren’t the silent Iraq. Which is worse?” Zing! And then The show didn’t have much to spoof about Chairman Ed Gillespie. Now, there were type. But after the first few minutes they he caught him in his spin trying to link the tall senator from Massachusetts. Democrats saying Kerry won too. But the looked more like Bush himself: Staring Saddam Hussein to Osama bin Laden difference is, he did. blankly, silently, stupidly. by saying we were in Iraq because the Patrick Gibbons can be contacted at Consider this: Before the debate, One of the most important things “enemy attacked us.” Kerry, no slouch on [email protected]. Why Kerry didn’t really win Thursday's debate From where I was sitting in the he failed to accomplish the mission he down to it, Kerry is and stick to his message, something he MICHAEL HOWARD Convocation Center last Thursday, it needed to accomplish. a good orator. Kerry accomplished without difficulty. It wasn’t Junior appeared the two candidates in the presi- There’s no denying that President Bush is also a very skilled Oscar-worthy, but it got the job done. The “Advice to Bush: complete dential debate were evenly matched. Each didn’t look his best. Many times he looked orator. Unfortunately, bottom line was that Kerry needed to hit sentences." candidate had his own strengths as well visibly annoyed and appeared to be on the Kerry is not a great a homerun out of the park, and while he as his weaknesses. It seems that I’m not defensive, completely unfamiliar debating orator, and at this all- played a very good game and scored some the only one who thought that at the time, ground for him having so often been the important debate, a good runs, in the end he failed to do this. SCOTT as the C-SPAN microphone indicated challenger in the past. He even appeared great orator was what The best post-debate analogy I heard when it overheard senior Kerry advisor to be shorter than normal because he was WACHOLTZ he needed to be. was in football parlance: “All Bush had to Joe Lockhart say to the person next to leaning forward on the podium. Placed Nobody is going to sit here, espe- do was run out the clock.” While the clock him that the debate was a draw. next to Kerry’s natural patrician demean- cially me, and tell you that Bush is a great isn’t out yet, Kerry missed the touchdown. As these things tend to go, the opinion or, these things presented the President in public speaker because he just isn’t. He’s And the game is almost over. of the people in the hall differed from the a less than optimum light. certainly better than he used to be, but people who watched the debate on TV. To I thought Bush’s delivery, however, was still not great. No one expected that he Scott Wacholtz can be contacted at MIKE WEISBERG them it appeared that Kerry won. While I very good overall. Yes, Kerry’s delivery would be great, and it wasn’t necessary for [email protected]. Freshman won’t deny that Kerry is a superb orator, was certainly better. When it comes right him to be. All he had to do was be steady “I did. I sat for two hours watching those old guys going at it and got this cool The presidential election and doing our duty haircut too." When it comes to going to war, wheth- cational deferments through his honorable service in the Someone who has placed a foot on a er past or present, no person truly wants or stateside mili- National Guard. Some, like Kerry, despite battlefield and seen the ravages of war to go. We honor and respect every man tary service in the his privileged upbringing after graduat- may make decisions with a more cautious and woman who has sacrificed his or her National Guard, like ing from Yale, volunteered for the battle- mind. Most agree that losing one’s life for lives and given time in any capacity to President George W. field. one’s country is the ultimate sacrifice. defend our country. However, we gener- Bush. Disregarding When you have been on the battle- Deciding whether or not to send your ally hold those servicemen and women SAM the mudslinging field and seen the face of the enemy, you citizens into battle is an extremely dif- who have put their lives on the line of fire REGA about the accu- know that war is a business of great risks. ficult decision for any president. Whether in higher esteem than those who have racy of their service Having seen war, Kerry has said that he Kerry deserved his medals or not, he SCOTT RUBENSTEIN never experienced the horror of military records from both the Republicans and would have been more reluctant to lead deserves the respect for having volun- Senior combat. Democrats, serving in Vietnam, under our country into war than in the manner teered to serve in Vietnam and stand up “I sport Bush.” Simply put, when comparing both fire, in my mind, shows more courage that it was done. Not having the firsthand for his beliefs at the war’s end. presidential candidates, Sen. John Kerry than someone who chose to stay in the experience of war himself, President Speak Up answers are edited for risked his life on the battlefield in Vietnam, United States. Bush may have jumped faster on the Sam Rega can be contacted at clarity, brevity and accuracy. compiled by while many others chose legitimate edu- President Bush took the safer path opportunity to enter war with Iraq. [email protected]. DIEGO PERILLA

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By Marcus Washington A winner was declared: Vanessa German from EDGE Writer Pittsburgh who won a $5,000 cash prize and an opportunity to record at South Beat Records’ in-house To think that the current president was leading studio. Her moving ode to President Bush titled “Thank in the rating polls prior to the night of the first Slam You” thanked Bush for all the problems he has directly Bush rhyme championship held at Mansion on Sept. caused her and members of her community - lack of 29 baffles me. Although the views and opinions of healthcare for her grandmother and abused sister and the audience aren’t a true reflection of what America trying to ruin her chance of marrying her female part- thinks, a lot of people in attendance really want ner because of his views on gay marriages. President George Bush out of office. With the excep- If there were any problems that night, it had to be tion of a few Bush supporters, everyone converged to the time in between the championship and The Roots’ Mansion to show their support for removing Bush from performance. Opening acts Mayday! and Algorithm office on the very crucial day of Nov. 2, or they came to truly disappointed me...and the crowd. Not only did see the Grammy-award recipients, The Roots, play for they lack stage presence, but also they lacked the their first time in Miami in six or seven years. ability flow. They reminded me of amateurs who really The National Slam Bush competition was an inno- needed practice, and maybe advice that this was not vative way for the organization to accomplish its the proper career decision. primary goal - to reach out to as many unregistered By 12:40 a.m., The Roots finally came out to the voters in hip-hop communities and encourage them crowd’s approval. Starting the show off right, the amaz- to vote in the upcoming election. Over the past couple ing and beautiful singer Jill Scott came out to jam with months, 25 local Slam Bush battles were held all over MANSION The Roots for their collaboration “Complexity” and the the country, primarily in swing-state cities such as M single that garnered them their first Grammy “You Got Miami, Albuquerque and Portland. The competition Me.” Over the next two hours, The Roots played their addressed the president’s policies (or lack thereof) hearts out on a number of songs that I was unfamiliar through freestyle, spoken word or music. As a result with, but that didn’t stop me from experiencing and of its trip across the nation, the organization activated SLAMS appreciating the music they offered. As if I were at a 7,000 anti-Bush voters - either registering them to rave, I couldn’t stop moving to the pulsating beats of vote, getting them to join their volunteer database or the band and words of Black Thought. There was even enlisting them as anti-Bush spokesmen. a segment where they did their interpretations of songs Celebrity host Chuck D. from the political and revo- such as Beyonce’s “Crazy In Love” and Salt and Pepa’s lutionary hip-hop group Public Enemy had a message “Push It.” After the show, when I met Questlove (drum- particularly for college students: “You’re adults, and mer and maestro of hip-hop) he told me that he played it’s almost derogatory saying that somebody that’s BUSH so hard that his hands were bleeding - and this was the college age cannot really understand what their future first time that has ever happened to him. holds and [can’t] take control over their own future, Overall, the Slam Bush event was a night to when they old enough to be drafted and taken off to remember. I was glad to see that the principles this war.” And while the University of Miami prides itself on country were founded upon - freedom of speech, right football, Chuck D. has a serious question, “If somebody to protest, etc. -were still upheld, or least at this event. is going to play football and you ain’t playing, what are Like Chuck D. says, “Voting is as important as washing you going to get out of the football game [except] keep your ass and don’t look for props for washing up in the score?” To answer the question, he encourages us to morning; it’s something you’re suppose to do when “keep score on [our] country as well.” your grown. So don’t look for props for voting, but if Each finalist during the championship had a few you say that something stinks, all you have to do is hold minutes to direct his or her thoughts to a man dressed up your arm and say ‘Well it stinks because you con- in a Bush costume. The stage was set up as if it were a tributed to it because you didn’t wash.’ As it relates to debate, as President Bush was on the right side of the society, something stinks in society because a lot of us stage with a sign that read “World’s Worst President of didn’t vote.” Whether you are for President Bush or Sen. the United States of America” while the finalist tried to John Kerry, go out on Nov. 2 and exert your freedom to come with his or her best verbal attacks. Contestants make a positive change for America, because nobody were judged in part by audience’s approval and while wants to smell like “boo-boo.” a few succeeded, the majority failed to connect with the audience either because they rapped too fast for Slam Bush event at Mansion reveals Marcus Washington can be contacted at comprehension or they were just wack. voter’s love of politicians and music [email protected].

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POLITIC A L F A S H I O N In Case You Were Wondering What To Wear To Class...

By Dani McNally War with black armbands), UM students are prac- Celebrities aren’t the only ones hoping young EDGE Writer ticing their first amendment rights. And although people exercise their right to vote. OUTspoken, a it may stir negativity between those of opposing branch of the University of Miami club SpectrUM, As long as fashion has been in style, cloth- parties, voting and communication through dress has been selling “One-Term President” T-shirts ing has been used to express the beliefs, ideals, is our part of the political process,” Lauren Byrne, (hand painted by club members) in the Breezeway and socioeconomic status of the wearer. From freshman, said regarding the political fashion since last week. As of Sept. 28, they had sold the deep purple robes worn by the aristocracy around campus. out their stock and are now using the profits to of Renaissance Europe, to the peace-symboled, “Since young people are into fashion, [the make more. tie-dyed T-shirts of 1960’s hippies, what a person recent trend of political clothing] is helping to Pro-Kerry shirts, such as the one created by wears has been a medium of communication for make the students aware of the importance of OUTspoken, seem to be the most abundant of the people who have something they want the rest of voting,” Stephanie Merkin, junior, said. political fashion genre. There’s the “Vote Kerry” the world to know. And when it comes to having Getting the 42 million voters between the shirt actor Jack Black sported at the VMAs and an opinion about something, nothing fires up a ages of 18 and 30 to realize how vital their vote the “fcuk Bush” shirt by French Connection (both heated debate faster than politics. With one of is seems to be the driving force behind the pro- are on sale at www.votekerry.com). However, Bush the most influential and important presidential duction of all the political attire. Take for example supporters can get their knocks in, too, with the elections of recent history approaching at a rapid Sean “P. Diddy” Combs’ Citizen Change program, “John Kerry is a fairy. Real men like Bush” shirt pace, it seems like everyone wants to ensure that LEIGHA TABER/Of the Staff which is manufacturing the “Vote or Die” T-shirts created by g-mart. FORGET SIMON, SEAN SAYS: Your favorite bad boy his or her opinion is known - hence the plethora of seen on celebrities and students alike. Although No matter what you’re for or against, whether is pushing his line with a new threat: Vote or Die! political-themed apparel being thrown in students “Vote or Die” might be a bit harsh, Combs’ inten- you’re a Democrat or a Republican, one thing’s for faces every time they attempt to push and shove for, as long as you get out there on Nov. 2 and tions are in the right place: Trying to get young sure: there’s a shirt out there for you to make sure their way through the UC Breezeway. cast your ballot. people interested in the issues. Giorgio Armani is your voice is heard (or in this case, seen). Despite the fact that it might make students “I think it [is] essential that students express getting in on the action, too, with his “Think fash- late for class, the political fanfare on campus themselves in controversial areas such as politics. ion makes a statement? Try voting,” shirt created Danielle McNally can be contacted at adds variety. There are Kerry supporters, Bush Similar to the students of Tinker vs. Des Moines by Marie Claire for Armani Exchange. All proceeds [email protected]. fans, random Nader followers, and then those in 1969 (where school administrators tried to from sales of the shirts benefit the nonprofit orga- people who just don’t give a damn who you vote suspend students for silent protesting the Vietnam nization Step Up Women’s Network.

POLITI CAL CARTOONS SURFING POLITICS CARTOONS Who Knew Politics Could Be So Funny? By John Heslin AT THE LOWE Edge Writer What a fantastic experience it was hav- EVOKE ISSUES ing the first Presidential Debate here on the University of Miami campus. As if we needed BOTH PAST more proof that this is the best place to be, the entire world set its sights on UM as politi- AND PRESENT cal and media heavyweights, descending on Walsh Avenue. By Joanna Davila If you are feeling the affects of a with- EDGE Editor drawal from politics, I have a fix that will help you make it through until the vice presidential Courtesy of SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL Political cartoons, often-called editorial debate tonight. I urge you all to check out pokes fun at all parties and candidates with cartoons are often times the visual vehicles JibJab.com, a website of political caricatures equal distribution. Perhaps some of you that for journalistic scrutiny of political policies that is making a buzz for its well-crafted and were so caught up in the moment over these and affairs. Amidst the mayhem of the extremely witty animation. You can also send past few days will realize how silly it is when Presidential Debates that took place Sept. e-cards from the site or pick up a hilarious you get manic over your political views. 30, the Lowe Art Museum got a piece of screen saver right in time for the November It is a discouraging sight to watch peers the action, exhibiting the works of Chan election. What this site offers are a few good scream and get belligerent with anyone who Lowe and Jim Morin. laughs and some comedic points that might shares different views. Accepting diversity is Cartoonists for the South Florida Sun- actually get you thinking about who should be one of many things that makes our Nation Sentinel and The Miami Herald, Chan Lowe the next man to lead our great nation. great. If there is one thing I am sure we all and Jim Morin have been entertaining Most of the humor on the site is silly and can agree on in the month leading up to the readers and criticizing politicians and poli- surely shouldn’t offend anybody. Still, some election, it is that JibJab.com is a fun site cies since the 1970s. of the points are valid and hit really close to to visit. In an exhibit focusing on the upcoming the truth. It might be a good thing for some presidential election and elections of the of you diehards to chill out and take a look at John Heslin can be reached at the lighter side of the political world. This site [email protected]. SEE CARTOONS, PAGE 5 Courtesy of THE MIAMI HERALD

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C D R E V I E W S THEATER REVIEW

By Joanna Davila EDGE Editor RING THEATER GETS

Complied by Concord Records, the compilation called Party Music is a mix of 14 songs by various POLITICAL WITH TINTYPES artists of various genres. Decorated with part of the By Jonathan Twiggar American flag and some rather chic political pins Edge Writer inscribed with each artist’s name, the cover of the album definitely tells everyone that this CD has Tintypes, the Ring Theater’s first play of the fall something to do with politics. season, is marketed as a “nostalgic revue” and as a FEATUREHanded out by the people who handle the Declare “patriotic all-American” musical. Presented as part Yourself campaign, the tracks include artists such as of Celebrating American Democracy and Diversity, the ever-popular Black Eyed Peas with “Hey Mama” and now-famous for their MTV performance of the political movement on campus, Tintypes is a “Maps,” the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. varied representation of America pre-World War I. To the surprise of listeners, there are also a few The play follows a hapless Charlie Chaplin-like POLITICAL PARTY spoken songs or poetry that function as tracks. The immigrant (Chris Teustch) as he travels through MUSIC BRINGS first of several is a work entitled “I Let You Call Me turn-of-the-century America meeting various Beautiful,” by Marty McConnell, a piece about how period celebrities like annoying diva Ana Held beauty is found in flaws and imperfections, not air- NOT SO POLITICAL (Brittany Daley), political activist Emma Goldman brushed bombshells and makeup ads. Interestingly MUSIC TOGETHER enough, listening to someone speak a message (Samantha Stiglitz) and even then-President Teddy instead of sing along to piano chords and drumbeats Roosevelt (Nick Wishnatzski). But this play belongs VARIOUS ARTISTS has a shockingly strong effect. to the young black hired woman Susannah (Ericka Despite the lack of continuity of the various art- Dorfler), who climbs the social ladder from factory PARTY MUSIC ists, the compilation CD brings together a talented worker to Vaudeville singer. Aside from this, there mix of both established and yet-to-be-heard artists is no real plot to this play, but there are a series Courtesy of RING THEATER who all have strong messages. So team up with of amusing silent vignettes that serve to provide True to it’s marketing; this play is unabashedly Declare Yourself and snag some good tunes. comic relief between the variously themed scenes. patriotic with almost a third of the songs dealing Joanna Davila can be contacted at The set consisted of six bookshelves stuffed with love of America. However, coincidence or not, [email protected]. with an assortment of nostalgic items thrown amid the classic songs a very subtle partisan mes- together from the prop room that makes the stage sage beyond apple pie and flag waving was quite By Joanna Davila look like a Cracker Barrel without the tables, but apparent. Maybe as a reviewer I am just reading EDGE Editor reversed it revealed a charming Main Street U.S.A. too much into a benign play that is completely accompanied by a big city backdrop. It’s hard to performed on a surface level, but I challenge you to Take Action, Volume 04 is the fourth installment argue with the music of this revue since most in see if this partisan message is more than hundreds of Sub City Records’ Take Action CDs, an extension of this play was lifted from popular plays from 1891 of political messages subconsciously imprinted to Sub City Records’ annual project to increase aware- to 1920. These songs move at a brisk pace some- my brain due to the week of debate madness. ness of non-profit organizations through music. The times without a breath between them, let alone a Upcoming performance dates are Oct. 6 - 9 at two-CD compilation consists of 41 tracks by various transition. While there are several legitimate show- 8:00 p.m. with matinees on Oct. 9 at 2:00 p.m. punk rock bands that have names in both the punk stoppers, there are also some points that bring Admission is $16 for weeknights and matinees; rock world and mainstream. the play to a screeching halt (almost anytime our $18 for Friday and Saturday nights. Seniors, UM Benefiting the National Hopeline Network, a protagonist sings) - between these extremes the Faculty, Staff and Alumni Admission are $14 for crisis network and hotline for suicide prevention, the play seems to coast on nostalgia of our pre-9/11 weeknights and matinees; $16 for Friday and proceeds from the CD will go to raise money for the innocence. Saturday nights. UM Student Admission is $8 cause. In connection, it is no surprise that Sub City The play is mildly funny, due in part to Teutsch’s for weeknights and matinees $10 for Friday and Records makes such a contribution, as the record’s Saturday nights, free show for students is on PUNK ROCK mission is “to create a better world; one voice and excellent pantomime skills; the strobe light simulat- TAKES ACTION one action at a time.” ing the silent film reel was particularly clever effect. Tuesday, Oct 5. As far as the compilation itself, the first CD begins However, the vaudeville segment in the second act TAKE ACTION with an earnest public service announcement from almost makes one wish the concession stand sold Johnathan Twiggar can be contacted at Andrew W.K who states that “life is a big and crazy healthier food during intermission. [email protected]. VOLUME 4 place...don’t give up.” Immediately following, an unreleased song by NOFX pumps out music so ener- getically that byFEATURE the song’s end, any listener has to be pumped with energy. Joining NOFX on the first of two Talk bubbles make candidates voices heard CDs are The Kicks, Ever We Fall, V.P.R., and Go Betty CARTOONS FROM PAGE 4 presidential candidates, actual debate cartoons, and Go, who all continue the energy started at the begin- issues of national concern ink the white canvases. ning of the 70-minute music menagerie. CD two by far past years, the Lowe Art Museum offers a rather Despite the lack of color, flashing lights, or loud carries a few more household names, such as Coheed simple perspective on South Florida’s political car- music, the exhibit has a voice of it’s own that can & Cambria, Taking Back Sunday, Rufio, and Now It’s toonists. Located in the second gallery, the exhibit only be appreciated through an actual visit. Visit the Overhead, that all lay down exceptional tracks. Both of “It’s Debatable, The Political Cartoon Art of Chan Lowe and expand the knowledge of both past and CDs, whether listened to together or apart are both Lowe and Jim Morin” is simply laid out with all present political topics, you’ll be surprised with how outstanding collections of punk rock music. the cartoons framed in a white mat and frameless entertaining black ink can be. pieces of glass. Joanna Davila can be contacted at Humorous and witty the various pictorials of Joanna Davila can be contacted at [email protected]. elephants, angry mobs, and oversized talk bubbles [email protected]. range in topic. Seeming to be in no specific order, October 5, 2004 THE MIAMI HURRICANE EDGE 13 Cyan Magenta Yell Black ( Hurr14 )

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“That was probably our “The hitters’ digging and most complete game that passing was good enough to we’ve had.” allow us to do that.” —LARRY COKER —NICOLE LANTAGNE WELCH FOOTBALL HEAD COACH VOLLEYBALL COACH

SPORTSTUESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2004 Hurricanes romp Yellow Jackets Berlin has best outing of season for Hurricanes By Eric Kalis Sports Editor

With Kyle Wright breathing down his neck, Brock Berlin had his strongest outing of the sea- son as Miami (4-0, 2-0) beat Georgia Tech (2-2, 1-2) 27-3 in front of 55,000 fans at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. Berlin threw for a career-high three touchdown passes and the defense forced four turnovers for the Hurricanes. Frank Gore rushed for 127 yards on 15 carries to lead the 'Canes. Georgia Tech quarterback Reggie Ball strug- gled mightily, going 8-for-25 for 68 yards. He threw three interceptions in the face of heavy pressure from the Hurricane defense. Head Coach Larry Coker said he was more than pleased with his team’s effort in a hostile environment. “That was probably our most complete game that we’ve had,” Coker said. “I’m very encouraged. I really liked what I saw.” Georgia Tech actually drew first blood in this game, with running back Chris Woods running up the middle for a 56-yard gain to set up a 24-yard field goal from Travis Bell, making the score 3-0 after the Yellow Jackets’ first possession. Miami responded quickly, as Jon Peattie boot- ed a 49-yard field goal on a drive where Berlin connected on 15-yard passes to Kevin Everett and Lance Leggett. Leggett, a true freshman, caught four passes for 80 yards and a touchdown. After a Georgia Tech three-and-out, Berlin led the Hurricanes down the field again with the drive culminating in a 12-yard Roscoe Parrish touchdown reception. Parrish had his best outing of the season with three receptions for 73 yards and two touchdowns. Coker pulled Berlin after the touchdown drive ALLISON BEZOLD/Hurricane Staff to give Wright two series of playing time, a deci- HOLD ON: Defensive lineman Alton Wright tries to break through Georgia Tech’s offensive line during Saturday's game. He had 4 tackles in the game. sion the coach had made during the week. The possession, Berlin completed a 57-yard touch- first half while Wright was in the game. off the field with a knee injury. As of press time, 'Canes did not make a first down during the red- down pass to Leggett to make the score 20-3 and “I think he was a lot more aggressive,” Coker no official word on Winston’s diagnosis had been shirt freshman’s two possessions. essentially put the game out of reach for the Yellow said. “He put a lot of extra practice time in with released, but he is likely gone for the season, which Berlin said he was not bothered by Coker’s Jackets. what he was doing. And guys came up with plays would leave a huge void in the 'Canes’ offensive decision to give Wright a chance to play. The Hurricanes’ final score came on the first for him.” line. “That was the coach’s decision, and I was drive of the second half, as Berlin connected with Brandon Meriweather, Greg Threat and Devin The Hurricanes will be off this week before behind his decision all the way,” Berlin said. “I Parrish on a 44-yard touchdown strike. The senior Hester had interceptions for the Hurricanes. Leon taking on Louisville Oct. 14 at the Orange Bowl. wasn’t upset in the least.” signal-caller finished with a line of 10-for-20 for Williams led the defense with two-and-a-half Miami didn’t get on the board again until 200 yards and three touchdowns. Wright played sacks. Eric Kalis can be contacted at e.kalis@umiami. midway through the second quarter, when Peattie the fourth quarter, going 4-for-6 for 24 yards. The victory was an overwhelming success for edu. drilled a 25-yard field goal to give the Hurricanes Coker said he was thrilled with the play of Miami, but it may have suffered a devastating a 13-3 lead. On the first play of the 'Canes’ next Berlin despite having to sit out two series in the loss as left tackle Eric Winston had to be carted

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Ü REPORT CARD Offense: A- Berlin deserves credit for This was definitely the most complete game for the much- maligned unit, with Berlin throwing the ball well and Frank Gore putting up good numbers. Guess what - the receivers actually had performance against GT a good game too. Commentary by Darren son, Berlin deserves praise because he played graces of many fans and myself. However, the Quarterback: A- Grossman well against Georgia Tech on Saturday. guy does win, and he proved that against the Brock Berlin has never looked sharper, playing an efficient game Assistant Sports Editor Actually, Berlin was everything that Seminoles earlier this season. but not being afraid to take chances deep. Hopefully this will carry over to Louisville. Hurricane fans thought he would be when he Against Georgia Tech, something strange I am about to do something that is transferred from Florida. He was poised in happened. Berlin played like it was the last unheard of at the University of Miami. As a the pocket, efficient and crisp with his passes, two minutes of the game throughout most of Running Backs: B matter of fact, I am going to write something and he even checked off his receivers. the game. He finished the afternoon complet- Gore didn’t get into the end zone, but he didn’t need to, and he churned out another 100-yard rushing performance. Tyrone Moss that will shock people, something that no one Like most people, I was excited when ing 50 percent of his passes for 202 yards and needs to be a little more consistent. has ever seen. Berlin announced he was transferring to three touchdowns. He did not throw a single I am going to write a column that actually Miami, and I thought we had our quarter- interception. As a matter of fact, Berlin has compliments much-maligned Miami quar- back for the future. As it turned out, Berlin thrown only two interceptions this season. Wide Receivers: B+ terback Brock Berlin. For the first time all sea- struggled last season and fell out of the His touchdown-to-interception ratio is five to I truly don’t understand how freshman Lance Leggett could drop two easy passes against Louisiana Tech and then catch four passes two, compared to his 12 to 17 ratio last year. for 80 yards and a touchdown in Atlanta. We’ll take it, though. Berlin passed for only 99 yards against Houston, and even Head Coach Larry Coker was upset with the passing game. Coker even Offensive Line: D+ hinted that a change could be coming in the The loss of Eric Winston may mean no Orange Bowl for the Hurricanes. That’s how important he is. The o-line gave up way too future. With all the pressure of playing in a many sacks Saturday. hostile environment on him, Berlin came up with his best game of the season, and one of the best games we have seen him play as a Defense: A Miami quarterback. There weren’t many spectac- ular plays made by the d-line, but So what does all this mean? Does it mean it was dominant enough to make that I am convinced Berlin can take the Reggie Ball absolutely miserable. Hurricanes to the national title game? Does it mean that all of his critics have been proven wrong and should apologize? Defensive Line: I don’t think we are quite there yet, because B Berlin still has to prove that he can play this The blowout win gave the way over the course of the season. I was very coaches an opportunity to rotate pleasantly surprised by his play against the players like Alton Wright and Yellow Jackets, but I am not convinced he has Bryan Pata into the game. The turned the corner. Even though I have been a d-line terrorized both Louisiana critic of his, I would love for Berlin to prove Tech quarterbacks throughout the me wrong and play well for the rest of the game. season. However, I still have my doubts about ALLISON BEZOLD/Hurricane Staff that happening. Linebackers: A- ROAD TRIP: Fans showed up to What I did see is that Berlin is capable of Leon Williams had his best support their Canes against GA outing of the season with two- playing at a high level and leading this team. Tech on Saturday. The true test for Berlin will be whether or not and-a-half sacks. The rest of the he can be consistent. unit played well too. Anyone can have one good game, but if he can put together a string of solid efforts, then Secondary: A he will prove all his critics wrong. Honestly, I Devin Hester has proven that he can do anything on a football am not sure if this game was a fluke or not. field, and his interception late in the game was sensational. Brandon Of course, the Hurricane fan in me hopes that Meriweather and Greg Threat had picks as well, and they continue to Berlin can play like he did Saturday every play exceptionally for the Hurricanes. game, but the realist in me tends to think that it was one good game and we may see Special Teams: A- a different Berlin against Louisville in the Jon Peattie’s 49-yard field goal on the Hurricanes’ first drive Orange Bowl. was a huge response to Tech’s field goal. Brian Monroe continues to That said, I always hate the sportswriters make people forget how awful he was a year ago. who criticize athletes and then don’t give them credit when they play well. Therefore, I Coaching: A will simply say good game to Berlin and wish Head Coach Larry Coker can rest easy for two weeks, but he him well against Louisville. better be ready for a strong Louisville team.

Darren Grossman can be contacted at Compiled By Eric Kalis ALLISON BEZOLD/Hurricane Staff [email protected]. GREAT GAME: Berlin had a record game, throwing for 200 yards and three touchdowns.

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Volleyball looks strong in sweeping Wake Forest attack. The hitters’ digging and pass- entire match, who got the start over senior Elizabeth Robinson paces ing was good enough to allow us to only mak- Tyson. While she did not record any do that,” Head Coach Nicole Lantagne ing one set- aces, Youngs’ serving kept the momen- Hurricanes with Welch said. ting error. tum in Miami’s favor. During the first game, Miami never Her ability to “We really tried to work on exploit- 44 assists lost a lead. Wake Forest put up some stay out of the ing the weak passer by not hitting rallies to get within a point of the net on short directly to her but around her,” Youngs By Rodolfo Tomarchio Hurricanes, but a momentum shift later sets allowed said. Sports Writer in the game led to a game point for the middle hitter Youngs’ performance came close to Hurricanes at 29-23. After a side-out, and red-shirt being a double-double with eight kills Miami (6-4, 2-1 ACC) performed senior Valeria Tipiana put away game s o p h o m o r e and 11 digs. After her serving streak in dominant fashion, capitalizing from one with a cross-court kill. Francheska ended, Wake Forest continued to strug- effective serving and defense, to down Game two saw Wake Forest take an Savage to tally gle with a number of hitting errors. Wake Forest in three games (30-24, 30- early lead, fall behind, and later tie the 11 kills. Most Miami’s defense was successful in 20, 30-19) Friday at the Knight Sports match at 17-17. Miami would rally for of Tipiana’s shutting down some of the Demon Complex. eight straight points on its next pos- 15 kills came Deacon’s big hitters. Only Valerie The dominant theme of the night session with sophomore Jill Robinson from Robinson Rydberg tallied double-digit kills for was balance. Three players had double- serving. Robinson’s eight-point run sets. Wake Forest with 13 on 32 attempts. digit kills and combined for a kill per- included two aces, and for the match “Jill runs Wake Forest’s attack percentage for centage of .502. Overall, the 'Canes hit she tallied 44 assists and 10 digs, a the show,” game three was an abysmal -.056 with .381 during the three-game match. double-double. Tipiana said. only eight kills. “We wanted to run a balanced Robinson’s sets were on point the “It’s great to The Hurricanes combined for seven see her doing blocks in the match and senior libero well and play- Jamie Grass had another big perfor- ing every day. mance, leading Miami with 14 digs She’s always EVAN PIKE/Hurricane Staff and two assists. The Hurricane starters getting better.” Jill Robinson sets up Francheska Savage for a kill. Robinson had 44 combined for 51 digs. A f t e r assists, ten digs and two aces in Friday’s win against Wake Forest. “They were ranked higher in our Robinson’s region in the ACC so it was great to rally the Hurricanes cruised to finish “Val’s jump always puts pressure on win,” Youngs said. “Every conference off game two. Game three saw two long other teams,” Lantagne Welch said. “We game is a game we have to win.” Miami service possessions. The first like to serve confident in our gym.” wave was led by Tipiana, who had three The second wave of serving was led Rodolfo Tomarchio can be contacted aces with her patented jump serve. by senior outside hitter Ashley Youngs, at [email protected].

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Bradley brings exposure to women’s tennis

“It was just a matter of defining what my tal- full capacity.” Senior ranked ent was and working hard to try and improve it,” Ms. Bradley has aspirations to take game her she said. game to a professional level. However, her imme- By 2001 Ms. Bradley was the top-ranked diate goals are to lead her team to a national No. 2 in nation player in her age group and was considered the championship. By Chris Hamilton country’s top recruit. Scholarship offers came “My first responsibility is leading the team Sports Writer regularly and coaches everywhere competed for and then the individual aspect comes at the end her attention. of the year,” she said. A simple school flyer was all it took. Ms. Bradley enrolled to play at UCLA but then Ms. Bradley enjoys the excitement of a nation- The flyer read, “Tennis lessons. Call for more transferred to UM after her freshman year. The al ranking but only so much as its benefits her info.” The wide-eyed six-year-old gave it a try and switch made an immediate impact on both Ms. team. has never looked back. Now, 18 years later, senior Bradley life as well as the team. Megan imme- “If my recognition can bring other people out Megan Bradley has blossomed into one of the diately elevated UM woman’s tennis onto the to see my teammates and increase awareness, nation’s elite tennis players and currently boasts national scene. then I’m for it,” she said. “The best I can do is lead the country’s No. 2 ranking. Throughout her three years at UM, Ms. by example.” The Bradley family is no stranger to athlet- Bradley has developed relationships with team- Ms. Bradley has come a long way from the ics. Bradley’s father, Phil, played football at the mates, coaches and even other athletes. Last day she got her first tennis lessons. She has given University of Missouri and was the first African- year, Ms. Bradley dated former 'Canes running a reputable face to UM women’s tennis and has American quarterback in the school’s history. back Jarrett Payton. Like Ms. Bradley, Payton too touched many lives on her way. Ms. Bradley Growing up, Mr. Bradley was a significant influ- comes from a very athletic lineage, being the son knows she is still growing and learning everyday ence in Ms. Bradley’s life. of the late NFL Hall of Famer Walter Payton. and even said that her greatest accomplishment “He knows what it’s like to play college athlet- “It’s good to have someone so important in has yet to come. ics and be in big competition,” Ms. Bradley said. your life be able to feel the same things you’re Ms. Bradley’s trophy case is already filled with “But at the end of the day I’m going to be his feeling and talk about similar situations,” she a variety of plaques, plates, metals and awards. daughter and tennis is very minor in the grand said. But there is always room for one more. Especially scheme of things.” Payton frequently attended Ms. Bradley’s if it says National Championship on it. By the time Ms. Bradley turned 12, she was matches and was a pillar of solace throughout a bigger, stronger and smarter than her competi- rigorous tennis schedule. Chris Hamilton can be contacted at tors. She was entering tournaments and winning “The mind of an athlete is unique,” she said. [email protected]. them handily. “It takes another athlete to understand it to its Law Prep Seminars We take the mystery out of Have work study? Law School. Need a job? Our two-day Law Prep Seminar will help you: �� Learn about core courses and legal analysis; �� Get study tips and exam strategies; Work for us. �� Brief a case and take a practice exam; �� Begin Law School a step ahead of the THE MIAMI competition! Next Seminar: Saturday and Sunday HURRICANE October 9-10, 2004, Holiday Inn—U of M 1350 South Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL

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