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Election Cheat Sheet: Health care

President Barack Obama During his time in office, Obama has made health care reform a key issue. Obama has dedicated much of his presidency to providing insurance coverage to minorities who cannot afford insurance and attempting to cut costs for senior citizens.


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For the girls around the world

It starts with the choice to make a difference in someone else's life. It then becomes a movement to change the lives of those suffering through destitution.


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Word to Big Bird

It's funny how things change in four years. Four years ago, I was a young and eager high school senior who was caught up in the aura of change Barack Obama brought during his campaign.


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The power of compassion

Have a nice day. Four simple words with a simple message, but have you ever stopped to think about it? I'm sure you say these words dozens of times each day - I know I do because I work in retail - but do you mean them? On Wednesday, my communication professor explained how he says these words mindlessly each day, a courteous and polite habit, but he never means them.


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The truth behind Columbus Day

Last Monday, Americans all over the country recognized Columbus Day. They celebrated Columbus' discovery of the New World and the birthplace of America. Some students were upset by the holiday - some because classes were not canceled, others because it was the celebration of a serial killer. Columbus Day, a holiday celebrated in this country for over 500 years, is observed in 41 states, honoring the man that discovered America.


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Make it work

With her Polaroid camera in hand, she scrutinizes every aspect of the scene before her. Each shot costs $5; she has to make every photographic moment count.


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Shuffle off to Buffalo

"So long and good riddance, Western N.Y." I grew up in Chautauqua County in Jamestown, N.Y., a good 70 miles south of the City of Good Neighbors.


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Brown and blue

With the presidential election drawing closer, Buffalo's highest-ranking city official came to UB with a message for students: get involved. Last Wednesday, the Black Student Union hosted Mayor Byron Brown in the Student Union theater as a part of political awareness week.


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Where to meet people and where to avoid people

So you're looking to meet someone in Buffalo and don't know where to start. It's not that surprising; UB's a big place, and Buffalo's an even bigger city. Whether you're looking for a significant other, someone to date or just someone to share a night (or two if they're lucky) with, it can be overwhelming to jump in head first.


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Walk into Hand of Doom and step foot into heaven

I'm a tattoo freak. I love looking at them, I love getting them and my whole body would be inked if I could afford it. And while I can't tell you much about piercings, I know a thing or two about getting tattoos - not only my own, but I've sat through several friends' experiences. I got my first tattoo not long after I turned 19.


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The Aroma of Buffalo's art scene

Barista Cecilia Pershyn, 21, fires up the cappuccino machine and turns on the European-style lights hanging over the marble counter. With each slight action - warming up the grill, picking a playlist on the stereo - she slowly awakens the caf?(c). As she looks up through her rectangular frames, she knows it's 7:30 a.m. - not by the hands on the clock, but by the group of men standing outside.


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The best Bullies

After midnight or 1 a.m., when the kegs are empty and the party is over, everybody looks for a place to continue their drunken fun. In the Elmwood area, there's no question where you're heading.


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Nothing But Bull (Parody)

Watch out, New York City, with your delicious pizza, bright lights and endless opportunities. Step back, London, with your rich history.



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