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The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

Economy a key factor in 2008 election, voters say

By By Jed Layton, Staff Writer November 12, 2008

CNN exit polls from the Nov. 4 election indicate voters were most concerned over the economy, with a majority of those voters leaning toward Obama. However, for many young voters the economy was only a part of their decision.

Utes at the top after slow start to MWC season

By By Paige Fieldsted, Staff Writer and November 12, 2008

The Utah women's volleyball team's 0-2 start wasn't the ideal way to begin conference play this season, but the losses gave the Utes the motivation to get to the top.

2004’s flair and versatility can never be topped

By By Quinn Wilcox November 12, 2008

The 2004 team was just one of those teams where all the pieces fell into place. That squad has to go down as one of the greats. While this team is very talented, it just isn't on the same level as the one from four years ago.

Bigamy laws not comparable

November 12, 2008

Do any of you really know the true nature of those anti-bigamy laws passed in the 1800s? Most of them were actually designed to disenfranchise The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by denying members the right to vote and seizing church property, including the temples.

Obama gains ground with college-age voters

By By Isabella Bravo, Staff Writer November 12, 2008

Although John McCain won Utah, Barack Obama made inroads with the state's young voters.

2008 youth vote breaks records

By By Jed Layton, Staff Writer November 12, 2008

The Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement estimated the 23 million mark would be the new record for the voting bracket for Americans age 18 to 29.

Equality for all marriages would include polygamy

November 12, 2008

Every argument that works for gay marriage also works for polygamy. Are you just for gay marriage or for marriage equality?

U’s aid to Iraq commendable

By By Jeffrey Jenkins November 12, 2008

Whatever your opinion on the conflict in Iraq, helping a country attain and protect the rights and liberties that are basic to us deserves your recognition and respect.

Cell study could slow mutation

By By Lana Groves, Asst. News Editor November 12, 2008

A new study suggests that if U researchers could determine the way cells migrate by analyzing a mutation in a gene, they could understand how cancerous cells spread and possibly stop tumor growth.

U bikers ride to Midnight Mass

By By Isabella Bravo, Staff Writer November 12, 2008

Running red lights, freak bikes and hooliganism mark Salt Lake City's late-night bike romp known as Midnight Mass.