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Letter to the Editor: Moral standards personal, not political

Published Jan 30, 2009

As a Christian, I would like to comment on the Jan. 28 column "Proposed abortion law attests to loose morals" by Andrew Weatherford.

First, I would like to state that from my personal religious standpoint rather than a moral one, that abortion is wrong. Biblically there seems to be plenty of evidence to support this case with verses like Jeremiah 1:5 which states, "before I formed you in the womb I knew you." However, the Conservative right seem to misunderstand the fact that religious morals do not necessarily translate to societal morals.

Bailout money should go to taxpayers

Bailout money should go to taxpayers

Published Jan 30, 2009

I watch "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" a lot. I don't normally consider him to be extremely profound so much as amusing, but in an episode this week he said something so intriguing I'm still thinking about it days later.

When discussing the new bailout plan with guest Gwen Ifill, moderator of PBS' "Washington Week," Stewart proposed a "trickle-up theory" of economics in which the corporate bailout money goes first to the taxpayers with the sole purpose of paying off the consumer debt and mortgages they have with banks.

Obama using scare tactics to stifle opposition

Published Jan 30, 2009

Last week, in one of his first White House meetings, President Barack Obama warned Republicans to stop listening to conservative radio personality Rush Limbaugh if they wanted to work successfully with the new administration.

Obama was discussing the stimulus plan with top Republican members when, according to a New York Post article, Obama said, "You can't just listen to Rush Limbaugh and get things done."



While this could be construed as an off-shoot comment, it seems more like a gag order for those who disagree with the president's plans.

New Audi A4 excels in performance and design

New Audi A4 excels in performance and design

Published Jan 30, 2009

The 2009 Audi A4 may have the same name as its predecessor, but it is truly a different animal.

If you are lazy and do not want to bother reading the rest of this review, just read this: Go buy this car.



The new aggressive exterior and sleek lines of the A4's body are impressive.



The only complaint I've heard about the new Audi's looks are in regards to the small LED running lights that come with the xenon light package, a cue from the brand's supercar, the R8.

Short weeks not necessary for energy efficiency, officials say

Published Jan 30, 2009

While some colleges around the country have eliminated Friday classes in an effort to save on energy and commuter costs, the provost said he doubts cutting the extra day would have much of an impact on TCU's energy costs.

Provost Nowell Donovan said if Friday classes were canceled there would still be a significant amount of energy use on campus. With the current construction, security and number of students living on campus, dropping Friday classes might not make a big difference, Donovan said.

Four Flyin’ Frogs look to impress in Houston

Published Jan 30, 2009

Four women from the track and field team will continue the Flyin' Frogs young season with a weekend trip to the Houston Indoor Invitational.

The group includes junior Jessica Young, senior Meaghan Peoples, senior Kishelle Paul and freshman Whitney Gipson,



The meet will be the Flyin' Frogs' third since the season started Jan. 16 in Lubbock.



Head coach Darryl Anderson said he has been pleased with the entire team's overall start to the year so far.

Men's tennis team to play South Florida for first season tournament

Men’s tennis team to play South Florida for first season tournament

Published Jan 30, 2009

The men's tennis team will travel to Austin this weekend to compete in the Intercollegiate Tennis Association Indoor Regional, their first tournament of the spring season. They will face the University of South Florida in the first round.

The tournament this year will feature several high-profile teams. In addition to No. 28 South Florida, which is coming off a statement-making win over then-No. 11 Florida State University on Jan. 19, the tournament host, the University of Texas, is the No. 2 team in the nation.

Che biopic depicts icon as flawed idealist

Che biopic depicts icon as flawed idealist

Published Jan 30, 2009

"HASTA LA VICTORIA SIEMPRE! (Always until Victory!)"

These are the infamous words of the iconic and divisive Ernesto "Che" Guevara, whose bearded facade is found on T-shirts, posters and various other memorabilia. To some people, he is a divine idol embodying the true revolutionary spirit, a man who became a martyr for the liberation of the repressed. To others, he is a reckless mass murderer with extremist beliefs whose arrogance led to ultimate disregard for human life.

Parking garage better alternative to shuttles

Published Jan 29, 2009

Every day as the clock strikes nine at TCU, campus parking lots are full of unfortunate students.Circling the lot, they hope against hope that someone is on the way out.In the likely event that a student...

Lady Frogs crawl out of early hole to top Aztecs

Published Jan 29, 2009

The Lady Frogs erased an early 16-point deficit and took down the San Diego State University Aztecs 65-62 in Daniel-Meyer Coliseum on Wednesday night.

The win gives TCU an overall record of 13-7 with a 5-2 mark in the Mountain West Conference.



"We knew if we played hard and if we fought hard and we did the small things.eventually it would come our way," said junior guard TK LaFleur.

Fans should learn from Patterson’s sportsmanship

Published Jan 29, 2009

Throughout my years at TCU, I have kept mental notes of how opposing fans act. I have been to every single home game and a few away games, and the reactions have been very similar. Fans of the non-BCS...

Brite appoints director of Black Church Studies program

Brite appoints director of Black Church Studies program

Published Jan 29, 2009

The new director for the Black Church Studies program at Brite Divinity School stood out among the other candidates because of her strong academic background, the dean of Brite Divinity School said.

Nancy Ramsay, executive vice president and dean of Brite Divinity School, said that Keri Day, the new director, also showed confidence in the fields of Black Church Studies, literature and theological ethics.