Have you ever had someone tell you that you are not allowed to do a certain thing? Then when you ask for a reason, they cannot seem to give you a valid one. That is how I see the state of Texas on the issue of gay marriage. I believe that we as human beings, in a civil society, have the right to marry the person we love no matter what the sex happens to be. This gay marriage ban is just another form of discrimination. Why should it matter whom we spend the rest of our lives with? Some people are worried about children.

Internet users beware.A crime prevention talk was held on campus Wednesday to address the issues of Internet safety of students.

Jim Mayne, TCU's network security engineer, and Dick Rinewalt, an associate professor of computer science, were both on hand to offer guidelines for students to avoid dangers on the Internet.

"With the rise of fraud, identity theft and other threats on the Internet, TCU wants to make sure students are aware of the amount of information they make available to the public," Rinewalt said.

November is supposed to be the month we see the best the major television networks have to offer, at least until February and May get here. I usually look forward to sweeps month, but this year I am praying for mid-season replacements.It is pretty sad when the biggest "notable" guest star's claim to fame is "Full House." To borrow a phrase from "Shallow Hal," November sweeps have been "Stamosed."

There are some shows that stand out as decent in this lackluster season.

It's been a big year for My Morning Jacket.The Kentucky-bred band lost two members, replaced them and released its latest album, "Z," to strong reviews. "Rolling Stone" said the band was "challenging Wilco's title as America's most innovative rock act." It also was featured in the "New York Times" as well as an interview with National Public Radio.

My Morning Jacket even had a cameo, playing "Freebird," in Cameron Crowe's latest film, "Elizabethtown."

Its latest album marks a departure from My Morning Jacket's trademark sound.

Friends of Laura Lee Crane, a former teacher at TCU's Starpoint School, said Wednesday they will be closely following the trial in connection with her murder of more than a year ago. Robin Davis, a friend, student and co-worker of Crane's, said that although it will be very hard, she will follow the case in hopes of seeing justice prevail.

"I will be checking on Mr. Crane and his daughters a lot," Davis said.

Although we do not have a winner in the Student Government Association presidential race yet, it is not too early to look toward the future of the SGA. Judging by the fewer than 2,000 students casting votes in Tuesday's election, one of the main focuses of SGA this year should be educating the student body about its activities.

Through the use of public forums, letters to the editor and sidewalk fliers, SGA needs to work on getting its message out.

Political groups are gathering forces in preparation for the battle for confirmation of Samuel Alito as the next associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.Outspoken conservative groups have declared their support for Alito, as he is against abortion. Liberal groups, and many important Democratic senators, oppose his nomination and plan to make confirmation very difficult.

The entire discussion about Alito's qualification for the high court circles around his stance on this single issue.

The office of Inclusiveness and Intercultural Services hosted a discussion Tuesday evening to promote attendance and devise strategies for advertising events on campus.Student leaders from various organizations attended to discuss the success of recent events and promote upcoming programs they are hosting.

"The purpose of our office is to provide support and make things happen," said Sandhya Klein, program coordinator for Inclusiveness and Intercultural Services.

Get your calculator ready.Last season, Southern California finished No. 1 in the Associated Press and USA Today polls, No. 2 in the BCS, received two first place votes out of the six BCS computer rankings and had a BCS average percentage of .9770.

Seems simple enough, right?

With the ever-changing components and calculations, the Bowl Championship Series continually causes disputes among coaches, commentators and fans.

The alternative option in determining a national champion would be a playoff system.