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The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

Opinion

Kindle not worth Granite’s money

By By Liz Carlston October 30, 2008

It is disconcerting that the district invested in a technology that is unproven in the marketplace, not to mention that the product can only be utilized by 0.002 percent of its student body, as the district's Web site reports servicing 68,075 students.

Take advantage of early voting

October 29, 2008

Students should take advantage of early voting stations on campus now, instead of wishing they had while stuck in an hour-long line Nov. 4.

Republicans historically blue and democrats red

By By Steven Warrick October 29, 2008

The use of the terms "blue state" and "red state" is extremely recent by way of comparison. It started out as nothing more than the chance selection of colors on a map of the United States by a graphic artist during the 2000 election.

LDS Church stance on proposition 8 illogical

October 29, 2008

The LDS Church and its members have cited their doctrine, such as the Proclamation of the Family to the World as a justification of their active position in this civil matter. Yet their doctrine clearly states the tenet of "free agency" as key and central to Christ's plan.

Utahns should consider Springmeyer ticket

By By Emily Rodriguez-Vargas October 29, 2008

Our diverse city in particular needs the experience and new energy from the Springmeyer-Valdez candidacy. They will bring forth fresh ideas and dedication to our local problems.

Parking better than it appears

By By Jeffrey Jenkins October 29, 2008

When comparing the U parking conundrum with other universities that have a large commuting population, it becomes clear that our circumstances in regard to cost and convenience are more desirable than most.

Social work department misused authority with pro-Obama e-mail

By By Anne Roper and By Anne Roper October 28, 2008

Using e-mail lists to further this cause was a misuse of the list and the faculty member's position.

Rio Tinto greenwashing bad record

By By Logan Campbell and By Logan Campbell October 28, 2008

Rio Tinto is "greenwashing"8212;working desperately hard on its green responsible facade throughout our state and right here on our campus. In the meantime, it continues to commit massive environmental crimes elsewhere

Benefits of flu shot outweigh risks

By By Alicia Williams and By Alicia Williams October 27, 2008

With all that fall has to offer, it's still a sign that winter is close by and a reminder to decide whether or not to get a flu shot.

Utah could use better fight

By By Tom Nelson and By Tom Nelson October 27, 2008

At the end of a presidential election, most states have political party pie charts that are relatively split down the middle8212;roughly half red, half blue. Ours is a big crimson Pacman character. The presidential election in Utah has become something of a formality.