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America’s Iron Hand of Optimism and Assurance

The sneering pseudo-saviors are no longer all blond and blue-eyed. Some have very dark complexions. Regardless, though, they all ride white chargers.

Filtering Out the Propaganda of the Tibetan Government-in-Exile

I am an international student from China and came to the United States last year. I believe it is my responsibility to point out those who mislead the public on the issue of Tibet.

Former Senator Lectures in Honor of Walter Capps

Bob Kerrey honored the philosophies and life of Walter Capps last night in a lecture, “The Ethics of Walter Capps: From Popular Mechanics to the Beatitudes.”

UCSB Captures First Big West Commissioner’s Cup

To reward its excellence across all fields of play, UCSB has been awarded its first Big West Commissioner’s Cup as the Big West school with the best results from the 2000-01 season.

The Heart-Wrenching Tale of a Heart-Wrenching Blockbuster Film

The Jerry Bruckheimer film “Pearl Harbor” hit all of its projected earnings this weekend, and Americans are over $75,000,000 patriotic.

Rise in Couch Burnings Concerns Authorities

After cleaning up 83 burned couches within a one-month period last summer, local law enforcement is encouraging Isla Vista residents to give their old furniture away.

Several Gaucho Athletes Collect Accolades

UCSB athletes accumulated several accolades this week, highlighted by junior women’s water polo player Kelley Tiffany’s selection to the Third Team All-American by the American Water Polo Coaches Association on Wednesday.

Bush, Davis Act Poorly on The Energy Issue’s Stage

For the most part, I am unhappy with Bush’s stance of turning a blind eye to California, and with what is occurring.

From Rosy Showers to Furious Hell

Working at the Nexus has been a lot like my morning showers. I come in, the water is toasty, almost comforting – just like my first days working here.