TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2014 VOLUME ME M E1 21 2 1 | ISSUE 52 121
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SERVING THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA SINCE 1894
Football Notebook
3 Homecoming
8 Sonic Frontiers
Coming off a bye week, the Alabama Crimson Tide is preparing for its last road trip of the regular season, a night game in Death Valley against LSU. Left tackle Cam Robinson is recovering from an ankle sprain, but may play Saturday.
Homecoming is drawing near, but this year’s festivities will be a bit different from previous years. The Tide Division will allow small groups or individuals to compete in homecoming as well.
Sonic Frontiers, a New College-sponsored series, will hold its first remote concert Wednesday when UA and University of Colorado musicians collaborate over the Internet.
2014 BALLOT BREAKDOWN
NEWS | ELECTIONS
ROBERT BENTLEY
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Statewide executive offices contested, congressional candidates unopposed
PARKER GRIFFITH
REPUBLICAN
By Andy McWhorter and Katie Shepherd | CW Staff
DEMOCRAT
Robert Bentley is Alabama’s 53rd and current governor. He was elected in 2010 after defeating then-Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Ron Sparks by 17 percent of the vote. Bentley promised he would not accept a salary as governor until the state of Alabama reached full employment, defined as less than 5.2 percent unemployment. To date, he has not accepted a salary as governor. Before beginning his career in politics, Bentley established his own dermatology practice in Tuscaloosa.
Alabamians across the state will head to the polls Tuesday to cast their votes in the 2014 elections. When voters in Tuscaloosa County step into the booths, they will have a chance to vote on four statewide executive offices, five amendments to the state constitution and several other local offices. Polls across Alabama will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Registered voters can look up their polling location at alabamavotes.gov. Starting in 2014, voters will be required to provide a valid photo ID.
Parker Griffith is a former representative to the United States House of Representatives for Alabama’s 5th congressional district. Griffith was elected in 2008 as a Democrat, but switched to the Republican Party in 2009. He ran for re-election in 2010, but was defeated in the Republican primary by current Representative Mo Brooks. Griffith returned to the Democratic Party in early 2014. Griffith was a physician before embarking on his political career.
U.S. Congress The United States Senate is up for grabs this year, but the composition of Congress will not be decided in Alabama. Sen. Jeff Sessions, Republican, is running unopposed for an office he has held since 1996. Rep. Terri Sewell, Democrat from Alabama’s 7th District, is also running unopposed. Sewell is currently the only Democrat in Alabama’s congressional delegation. She first took office in 2011 after winning 72.4 percent of the vote, becoming the first black woman elected to Congress from Alabama.
LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR KAY IVEY
REPUBLICAN VS DEMOCRAT
Kay Ivey is Alabama’s 30th and current lieutenant governor. She was elected in 2010 when she defeated incumbent Jim Folsom, Jr. by 3 percent of the vote. Ivey was state treasurer before she was elected lieutenant governor.
JAMES FIELDS
James Fields is a former representative in the Alabama House of Representatives. Fields worked as a supervisor for the Alabama Department of Industrial Relations for nearly 30 years and is a minister in the United Methodist Church.
Governor of Alabama
ATTORNEY GENERAL LUTHER STRANGE
REPUBLICAN VS DEMOCRAT
JOHN MERRILL
JOE HUBBARD
Joseph Lister Hubbard is currently a member of the Alabama House of Representatives. His campaign platforms include support for small businesses, support for Alabama’s education system and ethics reform within Alabama’s state government.
SECRETARY OF STATE REPUBLICAN VS DEMOCRAT LULA ALBERT-KAIGLER
John Merrill is a member of the Alabama House of Representatives representing District 62. He previously served as chairman for the Republican Party and has served as an executive committee member for the State Republican Executive Committee since 2009.
Lula Albert-Kaigler ran uncontested for the Democratic nomination for Secretary of State in the June 3 primaries. She previously ran for election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2013 representing the 1st Congressional District of Alabama and was defeated by Burton LeFlore in the primary elections.
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Luther J. Strange III is Alabama’s 49th and current attorney general. He was elected in 2010 after defeating Democratic candidate James H. Anderson with 60.1 percent of the vote. During his first term as attorney general, Strange focused his attention on public corruption and consumer vulnerability to cybercrime.
Incumbent Robert Bentley, Republican, will face Parker Griffith, Democrat, in Alabama’s 2014 gubernatorial elections. Bentley, a physician from Tuscaloosa, was elected to the office after defeating then-Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Ron Sparks in 2010. Parker Griffith is a former representative to the United States House of Representatives for Alabama’s 5th congressional district. Griffith was elected in 2008 as a Democrat, but switched to the Republican Party in 2009. He ran for re-election in 2010, but was defeated in the Republican primary by current Representative Mo Brooks. Griffith returned to the Democratic Party in early 2014.
State Executive Races Several other statewide executive offices will also be contested Tuesday. Incumbent Kay Ivey, Republican, will face James Fields, Democrat, to decide Alabama’s next lieutenant general. In what has been one of the more contentious races in Alabama this year, incumbent Luther Strange, Republican, SEE MIDTERMS PAGE 7
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No. 7 seed Alabama lost 3-2 to No. 10 seed Tennessee in the first round of the SEC Tournament Monday night. The Crimson Tide took a 1-0 lead after Ally Ocon scored in the 17th minute. Theresa Diederich extended the lead to 2-0 in the 52nd minute. Tennessee scored three unanswered goals, the
final sealing the win in the 81st minute. Alabama finished with a 10-7-3 record on the season and 5-5-2 in conference play.
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Cooper, Collins named semifinalists for national awards Junior wide receiver Amari Cooper was named a semifinalist to the Maxwell Award, which recognizes the Collegiate Player of the Year. Cooper has 71 receptions for 1,132 yards. He holds the school records in receiving touchdowns and career 100yard games with 24 and 13, respectively. Junior defensive back Landon Collins was named a semifinalist to the Bednarik Award, which recognizes the best defensive player of the year.
Alabama’s defense has the No. 2 passing defense and No. 4 total defense in the country. Collins leads the team with two interceptions and five pass breakups. He is second on the team with 54 total tackles, including 26 unassisted. He has two tackles for loss and two quarterback hurries. Compiled by Kelly Ward
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Kat Hutson named SEC Freshman of the Week Alabama volleyball’s Kat Hutson was named the SEC Freshman of the Week after notching 25 kills in the comeback win over then-No. 23 Texas A&M on Oct.31. She hit .368 in the match, which was her
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Editor | Rachel Brown Newsdesk@cw.ua.edu Tuesday, November 4, 2014
Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger begins 21st year By Alana Norris | Contributing Writer
Nine hundred thousand people – 19 percent of the population – live below the poverty line in Alabama, and 90,000 a month depend on the West Alabama Food Bank in nine West Alabama counties. Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger, an annual six-week food campaign leading up to the Iron Bowl, raises awareness of food insecurity by donating nonperishable food to the West Alabama Food Bank. Alabama competes with Auburn, who donates to the East Alabama Food Bank, covering 13 counties. The campaign started in 1994, and Alabama has won nine of the 20 contests. Around 3 million pounds of food have been donated to Alabamians since its inception. Over the past five years, the title of winning school has gone back and forth. Alabama is the reigning 2013 champion, donating 299,398 pounds of food last year, providing seven months and two weeks worth of food to the food bank. This year’s goal is 300,000 pounds. All donations from the communities and the universities from Oct. 13 to Nov. 21 count toward the weighted total. “The true purpose is to feed people,” said Courtney Thomas, director at the Center for Sustainable Service and Volunteerism. “The main reason we do this food fight is to end food insecurity in the state of Alabama.” Alabama is third in the nation for food insecurity, meaning people do not have three substantial, life-sustaining meals a day. The CSSV goes to the West Alabama Food Bank in Northport to sort and label cans on Mondays, and they pack weekend meals for children who are on free and reduced lunches on Fridays. “We’ve seen a lot of studies on food insecurity and how that’s linked to obesity and how being food insecure affects children’s education in school,” said Beat
PLAN TO GO WHAT: The Hunger Banquet WHEN: Thursday, 6-8 p.m. WHERE: Ferguson Ballroom
Auburn, Beat Hunger executive team leader Addie Bunn. The Hunger Banquet, a hunger simulation event where participants are assigned colored wristbands that denote their economic status and where they will be seated, is Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Ferguson Ballroom. Participants won’t know their role in this society until the discussion starts. Those in attendance will eat broth, while others will have five course meals. The decision of how many participants fall into each category is based on Alabama’s percentages of low, middle and upper class residents. Participants then learn about hunger statistics and trends in Tuscaloosa, as well as throughout the nation, and are encouraged to get involved and effect change. The event is worth two Panhellenic points and two community service hours, and those interested are encouraged to arrive early. “I think Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger is a beautiful community bridging activity because it shows that college kids and the campus truly care about our community,” Thomas said. “It’s not an issue that just faces one group, it’s an issue that faces so many different types of people, and it’s beautiful to see the campus and the community coming together saying this is something we can stand side by side
Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger is a six week annual food campaign that takes place every year in the weeks leading up to the Iron Bowl. Photo Courtesy of Courtney Thomas
against and really work together and really make a difference.” Anna-Margaret Yarbrough, a CSSV and Al’s Pals graduate assistant, supervises a group called Campus Kitchens that works on a project called Swipe Away Hunger. Bama Dining agreed to donate up to 500 swiped meals to the Community Soup Bowl for Thanksgiving. “In the next couple of weeks, we will be standing at dining halls and asking people to swipe their ACT card so that they can donate a meal,” Yarbrough said. Pie in the Face, another hunger awareness event, begins Nov. 10 and will be held at the Ferguson Plaza where the athlete, faculty or staff member with the most donations in their name will be pied. Tuscaloosa Burger will host a percentage night Nov. 12 from 5 to 10 p.m. Donations will be taken Nov. 16 at the women’s
basketball game and Nov. 17 at the men’s basketball game. For Homecoming Can Formation, an event hosted by SGA Homecoming Nov. 19, organizations will build statues out of cans that are then donated. The most creative structures win spirit points. Jim N’ Nicks BBQ will host a percentage night Nov. 19 between 5 and 8 p.m. Food donations can be dropped off at the red barrels placed all over campus. Organizations should be represented by bagging and labeling their cans. Each dollar raised provides two pounds of food. Other ways to donate include buying T-shirts at the CSSV for $20, equalling 40 pounds of food, or texting BAMA to 27722 to donate $10. To donate time or trucks for community service hours, please email beatauburnbeathunger@gmail.com.
Tide Division new to Homecoming By Sirui Shao | Contributing Writer
Bella Wesley receives her crown from Gov. Robert Bentley after being voted 2013 Homecoming Queen. CW File
Homecoming week will begin Nov. 16 with the 25th annual Roll Tide Run and conclude with the crowning of the 2014 Homecoming Queen during halftime of the Alabama vs. Western Carolina football game Nov. 22. Samantha Walker, the 2014 SGA homecoming executive director, said in the past students could compete for homecoming with large or small organizations. However, she said this year the University has made an organization called Crimson Division along with another group referred to as the Tide Division. “The Tide Division is the new opportunity for individual students,” Walker said. “It is for anyone who wants to compete and for any small organizations who will not compete for everything.” She said participants do not have to be members of a student organization. Each team must simply pay
the entry fee and have the minimum number of participants on their team as is required by the rules of the competition. Teams can be created by groups of friends, roommates, intramural teams and classes, for example. The winner will be announced and awarded at the pep rally and bonfire Nov. 21. “I do not think many colleges think they can be in the parade, but that is a great way to advertise the college,” Walker said. “Because there are tons of students, the community of Tuscaloosa and alumni in town watch the parade.” Yardena Wolf, the director of the homecoming parade, said she hopes Tide Division will spark interest and diversity. “We would like to have the Tide Division participate this year,” Wolf said. “I really hope it can encourage other organizations to participate in homecoming, because it is a general week of activities for everybody on
WHAT TO KNOW • The Tide Division is for anyone who wants to compete. • Participants do not have to be members of a student organization. campus. It will be a bigger and more diverse parade this year.” Wolf said people are excited to register for the Tide Division and are really looking forward to participating in the parade, even if they have not in the past. The homecoming parade will begin four hours before kickoff. It will start in downtown Tuscaloosa, go north on Greensboro Avenue and then go east on University Boulevard. Information about homecoming can be found on Facebook under UA Homecoming and on Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat at “UAHomecoming.”
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Editor | Patrick Crowley Letters@cw.ua.edu Tuesday, November 4, 2014
COLUMN | RACIAL EQUALITY
Race bias steers prison sentence MATTHEW
Bailey Staff Columnist
Tribune News Service
COLUMN | DEATH WITH DIGNITY
Death with dignity sensitive yet relevant topic JOHN DAVID
Thompson Staff Columnist
This past Saturday, Brittany Maynard, the face of the death with dignity movement, ended her life. Last spring, Brittany was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. After her diagnosis, she and her family moved from California to Oregon because death with dignity, or physician-assisted suicide, is legal there, along with four other states: Washington, Montana, Vermont and New Mexico. Maynard knew dying from her illness would be a “terrible, terrible way to die.” Furthermore, she said death with dignity is not suicide because she did not want to die; she was dying from an illness. Brittany wrote on Facebook, “Goodbye to all my dear friends and family that I love. Today is the day I have chosen to pass away with dignity in the face of my terminal illness, this terrible brain cancer that has taken so much from me ... but would have taken so much more ... Goodbye world. Spread good energy. Pay it forward!” Dying from a terminal illness, like cancer, is a very painful
experience for the patient as well Death with dignity is not a simas for the patient’s friends and fam- ple subject, nor is it an easy one. ily. Unfortunately, there are certain However, it is a topic that needs disincurable illnesses. Our generation cussion. While Brittany Maynard must face this controversial ques- may be the most famous name assotion: Should people diagnosed ciated with death with dignity, hers with such diseases, like Brittany, is not the only one. Patients who be forced to live a life of pain of are still capable of making compesuffering? Brittany’s doctors told tent decisions should be allowed her while she could physician-assisted suiundergo treatments cide. However, such with harsh side-effects an important and irrelike chemotherapy and decision must Death with dignity is versible radiation, her disease not be made quickly, would not be cured; not a simple subject, nor in the heat of the they would only extend moment. Furthermore, her life. Death with nor is it an easy one. in accordance with dignity raises fundawhat Brittany said, mental questions, such death with dignity as what does life mean? should not be considAnd is life worth living if there is ered suicide because the patient no real quality to it? Such decisions does not have the desire to end are very personal, especially deter- his or her life, and the patient is mining when and how to die. already in the process of dying. The decision to die to escape furFinally, we must recognize that ther pain should not require one death with dignity is giving patients to move states. While Brittany had a choice and is not compulsory. In the means to move to a state where the Declaration of Independence, death with dignity is legal and ful- Thomas Jefferson famously wrote fill her bucket list, many people do that life, liberty and the pursuit of not have the same opportunities happiness are inalienable rights. If and are forced into a very painful that is true, then death with dignity process. For this reason, Brittany must be a choice available to all partnered with an end-of-life advo- Americans. cacy organization, Compassion & Choices, to push more states John David Thompson is a sophoto change their death with more studying piano performance. His column runs biweekly. dignity laws.
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The Huntsville City Schools paid a former Federal Bureau of Investigations agent $157,000 last year. This salary is probably more than any school teacher made in the district that year, but more importantly, the program ran by the agent resulted in more than 600 Huntsville City School students’ social media presence being monitored. Additionally, the social media monitoring resulted in 14 expulsions from the school system, 12 of whom were black. Unfortunately, this disturbing story from my hometown’s school system isn’t that out of the ordinary in terms of disproportionate punishment. On the whole, 86 percent of those expelled for social media last year from the Huntsville City School System were black, even though the system as a whole is only 40 percent black. Additionally, 78 percent of all students overall that were expelled were black. According to the Department of Education, black students are suspended and expelled at a rate three times higher than white students. These unequal punishments start early. Black children represent 18 percent of preschool enrollment, but they also represent 48 percent of preschool children getting more than one out-of-school suspension. In comparison, white children represent 43 percent of preschool enrollment but only 26 percent of preschool children getting more than one out-of-school suspension. The disproportionate punishments extend to the schools referring students to the police and juvenile courts. Black students, despite only representing 16 percent of enrolled students, account for 27 percent of all students referred to law enforcement and 31 percent of students subject to school-related arrest. So the disproportionate punishments really do nothing but fuel the disproportionate prison and juvenile court populations in this country. Some will say this can be explained away by looking at socioeconomic factors or the fact that certain races commit crimes more than others. However, the surveys and academic literature written on the subject does not show that is true. Instead, they support the idea that there are extra legal factors in play that affect the way black and other students of color are treated. Students of color tend to get punished more for the same offense than their white counterparts. The Huntsville City Schools spying on their students is extremely problematic for a number of reasons. However, the outcome being heavy-handed towards black students is really par for the course in the American education system. Until we confront and correct the implicit racial biases that we as a society have towards individuals of color, it might be time to actually look at the punishments we are giving out in schools and seeing if they’re fair across color lines. If we don’t, then we are setting up many more students of color than we should to go from school to prison. Matthew Bailey is a third-year law student. His column runs biweekly. Last Week’s Poll: Do you think the Crimson Tide will qualify for the College Football Playoffs? (Yes: 79%) (No: 21%) This Week’s Poll: Are you going to or did you vote in Tuesday’s elections? cw.ua.edu
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OPINIONS Tuesday, November 4, 2014 COLUMN | POLITICS
After empty election, GOP would be smart to tackle immigration reform RICH
Robinson Staff Columnist
Well, it’s finally here, Election Day 2014. The saddest, most meaningless election in years is almost, thankfully, over. The narrative is murky and confusing. Some have called it the “Seinfeld” election, since it’s been about nothing. The “October surprise” was hysteria over the Ebola outbreak that wasn’t. People are mad at the President and Congress, and they want change but have no idea what that looks like. Unlike in 2010, the reactionary Tea Party has had less of a role to play. Establishment Republicans have won the day in most states and are poised for a big night and may take control of the United States Senate for the first time since 2007. That’s not because they have done anything right, though. In fact, they have done nothing but block and obfuscate, so this is not a victory based on merit. Instead, voter fatigue and political geography explain the
shift in favor of the GOP. Obama’s era. There is little reason to believe low approval ratings have hampered Republicans are going to want to do Democrats in the messaging war and much of anything in terms of acting put the party on defense. The lat- on a comprehensive legislative agenest Washington Post-ABC News poll da, especially considering that the shows only 44 percent of Americans 2016 presidential election basically approve of the job Obama is doing. starts tomorrow. People are mad and scared with But on a few key areas, the new the country bouncing from crisis GOP congress would be smart to to crisis. work with Democrats if they want a With all this being said, Democrats chance to take the White House in do seem to be slightly 2016. The “easiest” more energized than potential political lift the average midterm would be reforms to cycle and Africanthe nation’s crimiAmericans turned out nal justice system. In other words, a to vote early in high Democrats are excitRepublican can’t be elected ed about the oppornumbers in states like Georgia and Florida, to shrink the president again until serious tunity which feature commassive prison popuinroads are made with petitive statewide lation in the country contests. In the end and some Republican Hispanic voters. though, Republicans leaders like Sen. will gain a large Rand Paul seem open amount of seats in to the prospect since the Senate and will it involves reducing probably grow their government spendmajority in the House. Democrats ing. Another great area for bipartihave to defend too many seats in san promise is immigration reform, deep red states and are doing it with which both parties have talked about a few flawed candidates. That means for years without any real legisladivided government on a larger scale tive movement. On a purely political than we have seen since the Bush level: Republicanism is a damaged
brand among the vast majority of Hispanic Americans, with only “10 percent of Latinos say[ing] the GOP has more concern for Hispanics than Democrats,” according to a recent Pew Research Center poll. In other words, a Republican can’t be elected president again until serious inroads are made with Hispanic voters. The challenge for Democrats is different but related. After years of big promises, the party may begin to lose the faith of Hispanics if it can’t deliver some type of reform measure. Of course, President Obama may act on his own to secure the long-term future of the so-called “Dreamers” who grew up in America and on other related issues including border security and amnesty. He should do that, but only after trying one last time to negotiate with Republican congressional leaders to see if a more comprehensive solution is possible. Then the test will be if Republicans are serious about bipartisan compromise. If they’re not, then they risk being out of executive power for years to come. Either way, the ball will soon be in their court. Rich Robinson is a senior majoring in telecommunication and film. His column runs weekly.
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Tuesday, November 4, 2014
By Alessandra Delrose | Contributing Writer
In two weeks, Ellen Spears, assistant professor in New College, will receive her Arthur J. Viseltear Prize for her recent book, “Baptized in PCBS: Race, Pollution and Justice in an All-American Town.” Spears said when the award announcement came out in August, she was in shock. “I was so excited to hear that I was even considered for this award, and to find out that I won was an amazing feeling,” Spears said. Every year the American Public Health Association’s Medical Care section decides on a published book that stands out and represents the medical community well. Spears’s book takes readers back to the mid-1990s in Anniston, Alabama, where residents began a fight against the agrochemical company Monsanto over the dumping of PCBs in the city’s working-class west side. “In my book I explore the causes and various implications of environmental inequalities, showing how Civil Rights Movement activism undergirded Anniston’s campaigns for redemption and justice,” Spears said. Spears said her main goal when writing this book was to open people’s eyes to burdens they may not have experienced or even known about. “I hope readers will learn the burden of environmental harms that falls
Photo Courtesy of Ellen Spears Amazon.com New College assistant professor Ellen Spears will receive the Arthur J. Viseltear Prize for her new book.
unequally on communities of color and the poor is a systemic problem and must be addressed comprehensively – through reforming how we regulate toxic chemicals, through addressing the unequal distribution of noxious facilities and waste sites and through putting in place strong public health measures that limit toxic exposures for everyone,” she said. Natalie Adams, director of New College, said on behalf of New College,
all students and professors are very proud of Spears’ achievements. “Students in New College and The University of Alabama are extremely fortunate to have Dr. Spears as faculty,” Adams said. “Not only is she a rising star in the field of environmental history, she is also a civil rights historian and an advocate for social justice.” Lynne Adrian, chair of the department of American studies, said she
attended a school event in October where Spears spoke about her award-winning book, and said she was very impressed. “From everything I have heard and read about in the book, she does an excellent job of combining all of the legal records of the case and the scientific data on the dangers of PCB with the real human stories,” Adrian said. “It’s very rare for a book to help understand some difficult things and put them into a bigger picture, and I believe it was quite remarkable that Dr. Spears was able to do that.” John Miller, the assistant director of New College, said Spears’s book truly embodies the person whom the award is named after. “Dr. Arthur Viseltear, for whom the prize was named, was a highly regarded ethicist and public health historian,” he said. “As he noted in a 1989 commencement address he delivered to the Yale University School of Epidemiology and Public Health, the field of public health, although it began as a technical field, became an ethical one as well. Specifically, public health has made it possible to focus the public eye on the common good when members of society who don’t have access to power or to medical care can’t effect change themselves. Dr. Spears’ book is written in the same spirit: to call attention to injustice so that it can be prevented in the future.”
In-class movies provide new perspectives to lectures By Kyarra Harris | Contributing Writer
use it as cultural evidence. For students, I feel like those are those light bulb moments when students Watching films and movie clips in class can think to themselves, ‘Wow I thought this was just provide students with extra content pertaining to for giggles,’ and it actually has a lot of symbolism their current lesson. At the University, professors behind it,” Morgan said. from across campus are increasing their use of Showing movies in class dates back to the 1950s. film to educate students. As technology advances, it becomes more accessible Kristen Warner, an assistant professor of tele- for teachers to use these tools in their classrooms. communication and film, teaches a class geared “It’s a long tradition. We do all kinds of films. specifically toward film analysis. As a professor you know what you should show “We don’t give movie reviews, what we’re inter- your students, but there’s an infinite number of ested in is what does the film films that you can show for an do? It’s important for our stuinfinite number of reasons,” dents to be able to pick out Warner said. where these elements are For students, these movAs a professor you know coming from in the film. How ies and clips help them what you should show your do these film styles show up better understand the matein these movies that we’re rial being presented in class students, but there’s an infinite watching? It’s less like good by making real-world connecnumber of films that you can or bad and more like and what tions to new information. is the purpose of this film? Savannah Graham, a freshshow for an infinite number What does it do? What does it man in the religious studies of reasons. change?” Warner said. 100 class, said she watches However, in arts and sciencboth full length films and es, where the focus is not film, movie clips in class, and — Kristen Warner — there are still some movies or they help her think outside clips shown in class to enhance of the box. the lesson. “Watching movies in class “I will typically show a film in my class once or gives me a better perspective of what we’re twice a week,” associate professor of American learning so that I don’t just see things in one way,” studies Stacy Morgan said. she said. The clips benefit students in different ways, As for the future of showing films in class, varying from informational to entertaining. there is the idea of a movie-sin class, where “If it happens to be a film that they are already students would analyze the quality of a film familiar with, just through entertainment, you can and whether or not the message reached
In classes across campus, students watch movies such as “Urbanized,” which discusses walkability in several countries. CW / Ashley Atkinson
its potential audience. “I think that [a movie-sin class] would be something you should do when you are further advanced. The important thing is that, it’s not just about good or bad. It’s about knowing the style, context and history that makes criticism richer. So if it ever became about, it should be an upper-level graduate class because by that point you would have enough experience,” Warner said. Some professors believe they already incorporate these skills into class today. “We analyze films in class especially when we watch an entire film,” Morgan said. “When we do that, we typically spend an entire class period talking about the film in terms of content, in relation to the course unit and making connections, comparisons and contrasts to other material from the same unit. Which may be paintings or an academic article that they’ve read.”
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2014 Statewide Midterm Election Ballot Initiatives Alabama Foreign Laws in Court, Amendment 1 Amendment 1 would prohibit the state of Alabama from enforcing the laws of other states on Alabama citizens if those laws are in violation of Alabama laws. It will also serve to “prohibit the application of foreign law in violation of rights guaranteed natural citizens” in the United States and the state of Alabama. This law would apply to individual persons, but not business entities. This amendment, which was primarily sponsored by Sen. Gerald Allen, passed the state house 75-6 and the state senate 22-6.
Alabama Capital Improvement Trust Fund, Amendment 2 Amendment 2 proposes to increase the total amount of bonding authority granted to the state of Alabama. If passed, the state would be allowed to borrow up to an additional $50 million to provide for “plans, construction, and maintenance of Alabama National Guard armories.” On its way to the ballot, the amendment passed the state senate 23-7 and passed the state house 93-1. Rep. Arthur Payne, a Republican from Jefferson County, was the only member of the house to vote against the amendment.
Alabama Right to Bear Arms, Amendment 3 Amendment 3 would add language to Alabama’s constitution saying that the right to bear arms is a fundamental right. It would provide that “any restriction on this right would be subject to strict scrutiny.” Additionally, Amendment 3 would “provide that no international treaty or law shall prohibit, limit or otherwise interfere with a citizen's fundamental right to bear arms.” Amendment 3 passed the state house by a vote of 76-22 and passed the state senate by a vote of 25-4.
Alabama Board of Education Expenditure Increase, Amendment 4 Amendment 4 would require a two-thirds vote, rather than a simple majority, to pass any legislation that would require local boards of education to spend more than $50,000 of local funds without providing funds to offset the increased expense. If passed, more votes would be required in the state legislature to pass unfunded mandates on local school boards. However, a simple majority would still be required to pass unfunded mandates that affect the compensation, benefits or due process rights of any employee of a board of education. Amendment 4 passed both houses of the state legislature unanimously and has received widespread endorsement from newspapers around the state.
Alabama Right to Hunt and Fish, Amendment 5 The intent of Amendment 5, an amendment known as the “Sportsperson’s Bill of Rights,” is to clarify that Alabama citizens “have the right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife.” If passed, it will “make hunting and fishing by the public the preferred means of managing and controlling wildlife in Alabama.” If defeated, Alabama citizens will still have the right to hunt and fish, but these rights may be affected by future laws and regulations. This amendment is supported by the National Rifle Association and passed 90-2 in the state house. The two “no” votes were from Rep. Laura Hall, a Democrat from Madison County, and Rep. Patricia Todd, a Democrat from Birmingham. CW / Belle Newby
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will attempt to stave off a challenge from Joe Hubbard, Democrat, for the office of attorney general. Secretary of State Jim Bennett, Republican, chose not to run for the office he was appointed to last year. Instead, Lula Albert-Kaigler, Democrat, and John Merrill, Republican, will both compete for the office.
State Constitutional Amendments Five amendments to the Alabama state constitution are up for vote this year. These proposed amendments
would affect the judiciary, government finance, hunting and fishing and firearms policies if voters adopt them. If passed, these amendments will change relevant sections of the state constitution.
State House Races in Tuscaloosa County Tuscaloosa County contains some or all of seven state house districts. Tim Wadsworth, Republican, is running unopposed in District 14; Alan Harper, Republican, is running unopposed in District 61; Rich Wingo, Republican, is running unopposed in District 62; incumbent Bill Poole, Republican, is running unopposed in District 63; incumbent Christopher John England, Democrat, is running
unopposed in District 70; and incumbent Artis McCampbell, Democrat, is running unopposed in District 71. Incumbent Daniel Boman, Democrat, will face Kyle South, Republican, in District 16 for the only contested state house election in Tuscaloosa County.
In District 21, Republican incumbent Sen. Gerald Allen, who was also first elected in 2010, is running against Democratic candidate Phil Poole. In District 24, Democratic incumbent candidate Sen. Bobby Singleton, who was first elected in 2005, is running unopposed.
State Senate Races in Tuscaloosa County
School Board Elections in Tuscaloosa County
Tuscaloosa County falls under three separate senate districts: District 5, District 21 and District 24. In the three districts, there is a total of four candidates running for office. In District 5, incumbent Sen. Greg Reed, who was first elected to the position in 2010, is running unopposed for re-election.
The Tuscaloosa County Board of Education has two seats up for election this year. In District 2, the incumbent candidate, James Barnett, is running unopposed. In District 4, the Democratic candidate is newcomer Lanita Bostic and the Republican candidate is former board member Don Presley.
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Bands connect via Internet By Margaret Wilbourne | Contributing Writer
The teleportation of sound is something far from visible as Beats, earbuds and subwoofers increasingly pound the newest bass drops and guitar riffs into listeners’ ears. In an upcoming performance, a group of musicians hope to add a visual and collaborative depth to this transfer. Sonic Frontiers, a New College-sponsored concert series in its fourth season, is hosting its first remote concert Wednesday, simultaneously combining the talents of musicians at both the University of Colorado and The University of Alabama in real time over the Internet. The Dewar/Feeny/Hopson Trio, comprised of professors wielding saxophones, percussion instruments and electronics, will be playing alongside the French and Norwegian quartet, Dans les arbres, which encompasses the clarinet, harmonica, guitar, banjo and piano. “It’s all instrumental, all sound and texture,” said Andrew Dewar, a music professor and Trio member. “It’s a hybrid of a disembodied YouTube video and a concert.” The two acts will be collaborating in real time, thanks to a high speed internet connection. Despite a year of planning the mechanics of the concert, this technological transfer still brings about challenges not faced by musicians playing live. “We’ve never rehearsed together, it’s all going to be improvised,” Dewar said. “We will have to cope with delays or breaks [in the stream] in real time.”
PLAN TO GO WHAT: Sonic Frontiers WHEN: Wednesday, 8:30 p.m. WHERE: Moody Recital Hall
The Dans les arbres quartet is one of several acts to play in the Sonic Frontiers concert series. Photo Courtesy of Sonic Frontiers
Brent McCollough, a junior majoring in music production and performance, said the concert’s goal of real-time, improvised collaboration is admirable. “People use the internet to collaborate in real time like on Skype, but you face that delay, so the fact that they’re doing this in performance is really cool,” he said. The originality of the performance remains a constant throughout the various aspects of its content and presentation, as the trio and it’s collaborators in Colorado expound on new musical techniques. “Dans les arbres will play, then our trio, and then we plan to collaborate,” Dewar said. “There will be lots of what’s called extended techniques, playing instruments in new ways.” McCollough said the breach outside of customary approach is important in keeping music refreshing. “They’re using traditional instruments in a nontraditional way, like bowing a banjo [in the style of a cello],” he said. “This improvisation is definitely more interactive and more fun because it’s easy to get bored with the same ideas.” Among the themes to be highlighted throughout the performance, connectivity remains at the forefront. “I like this campus being in collaboration with another and connecting these two places for a moment,” Dewar said.
COLUMN | GAMING
New ‘Call of Duty’ hopes to refresh series By Matthew Wilson
Power changes everything. This is the message game developer Sledgehammer Games and publisher Activision want players to believe. “Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare,” the 11th installment of the blockbuster series, hopes to shake up the series’ stagnant formula when it comes out Tuesday. In the near future, a global terrorist organization cripples much of the world’s militaries and governments. Private military corporations rise to combat the threat. Players assume the role of Jack Mitchell, who is part of the most powerful private military corporation, Atlas Corporation. While much of the plot is under wraps, Mitchell performs military operations across the globe . “Advanced Warfare” gifts players with an exoskeleton that allows increased speed and mobility. In previous installments, the player with the quickest reflexes won. Rounding corners almost always led to a frustrating death or a cheap shot in the back. With increased mobility and the newly added jetpack, combat becomes a
“Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare” is the 11th installment in the series. Amazon.com
tactical affair of evasion. “Advanced Warfare” has much in common with last year’s “Titanfall.” Both games rely on quick mobility, focused jetpacks and mechanized robots, but while “Titanfall” felt incomplete with few modes and no single-player option, “Advanced Warfare” seems to boast an assortment of features. Multiplayer has been overhauled, bringing back the “Pick 13” system from “Modern Warfare 3.” Players choose their weapons, gear and strengths. The exosuit offers a choice: turn invisible or produce a
shield. As players rank up and play online, they’ll unlock random guns, scopes and equipment. “Uplink” is a new multiplayer mode where teams must throw or dunk a data drone into the enemy team’s uplink portal. The mode is similar to basketball or football, with added obvious shooter elements. Players can’t shoot while holding the data drone, but the drone can be thrown to other teammates or even enemies, leaving them defenseless. “Momentum” is another multiplayer mode similar to “Domination” mixed with tug-ofwar. Each team has to capture certain points lined up along the map. The mode depends on momentum and moves quickly. As a team captures more points, they move farther into enemy territory, and it’s up to the other team to stop them. Will “Advanced Warfare” reinvigorate the “Call of Duty” franchise? That is the question many want to know the answer to, and with eyes looking toward its launch, the answer will soon become apparent. “Advanced Warfare” is shaping up to be a fun experience.
“Sides by Sides” is a new podcast available every Monday on iTunes. Photo Courtesy of Michael Thomas
New podcast started between old friends By Hannah Widener | Contributing Writer
Many students are eavesdropping on the conversation featured on the new podcast “Sides by Sides,” available every Monday on iTunes for free. Michael Thomas and Kelsey Southerland created the podcast. The two met in the fourth grade and became friends. In high school they lost touch, but a chance encounter in college led to the mending of their friendship. “When we came to college, we ended up being involved in the same musical group on campus, and we rekindled our friendship,” said Southerland, a senior majoring in public relations. “Now I can’t get rid of him.” Thomas, a senior majoring in telecommunication and film, said he got the idea to do a podcast from listening to a few of his favorite people already doing podcasts, such as YouTuber Grace Helbig, who recently came out with a book titled “Grace’s Guide: The Art of Pretending to Be a Grown-up,” and Tyler Oakley, another YouTuber. After getting the idea, Thomas said he knew exactly who to contact about starting a podcast. Southerland agreed to work with Thomas, and they began recording conversations they had and jotting down notes for the show. “Sides by Sides” premiered Oct. 3 and has since garnered more than 650 views on iTunes. The show’s topics range from first kisses to Halloween to the perils of online dating. “Right now we’re trying to spread the word and get more traction with our listeners, but I would love to continue to do the show after we graduate, even if we have to do it over the phone,” Thomas said. “It will give us an excuse to drink a bottle of wine and catch up.” After five episodes, Thomas and Southerland said they have fallen into a rhythm. Thomas said they plan the show a few days in advance, and he calls Southerland to discuss what they’ll talk about in the beginning of the show. The last half of the show is spent answering social media questions, doing the tall tale of the week and naming the “OMG” moment of the week. In the next few weeks, “Sides by Sides” plans to feature guests on the show to add variety, Thomas said. “We’ve joked about having a roommate episode and having them come on, because we both know each other’s roommate really well,” Southerland said. “They would give a second opinion on what it’s really like to live with us and tell funny stories about living with each other.” For “Sides by Sides,” no topic is off limits, Southerland said, including the upcoming elections. Thomas said they love the positive feedback from friends as well as people they do not know. Thomas and Southerland said they hope the show gives people a chance to listen, laugh a little and go about their day. “I hope it gives them a 30-minute break while they’re either riding to school or riding across campus,” Thomas said. “Or even if they don’t go to The University of Alabama, it will give them a chance to eavesdrop in on the conversation that we don’t mind them listening to.”
9 African Students Association to show movie CULTURE Tuesday, November 4, 2014
By Drew Pendleton | Contributing Writer
Created in 2010, the African Students Association continues to represent University students related to Africa. Photo Courtesy of Nneamaka Ndukwe
The African Students Association, which will hold its first major event of the year Nov. 13, works to represent the University’s population that is related to Africa. Formed in 2010 by a group of students from Nigeria, Ethiopia and Ghana, the African Students Association aims to bring together students from continental Africa and help teach the University population about the continent and its culture. The group’s president, Nneamaka Ndukwe, said its current group, which meets monthly, consists of eight executive board members and other active members. “Excluding the board members, we have about 15 truly active members currently. Our membership consists of students who are African, non-African, and even faculty members who are interested in African affairs,” said Ndukwe, a graduate student in chemistry. The group’s faculty sponsor is Seth Appiah-Opoku, a professor of geography who has been involved with the group since it first began. “I am an African and do most of my research in Ghana,” Appiah-Opoku said. “In addition, I have been directing the Alabama-in-Ghana summer abroad program since 2003. I also teach the Regional Geography of Africa at UA. With this background, the original members of the association invited me to serve as the
PLAN TO GO WHAT: African Movie Night WHEN: Nov. 13, 8 p.m. WHERE: 1013 SERC advisor in 2010 and I have enjoyed this role ever since.” Ndukwe, a native of Nigeria, said she became involved with the group in 2011. “I was introduced to the former secretary of ASA, who was also a Nigerian like me, by a local Nigerian lady,” Ndukwe said. “She invited me to some of the meetings, I came to a few, met all of the members and fell in love with the organization. I felt like I was back at home with my family, and everyone really helped me to get acclimated to being in Tuscaloosa.” The club promotes awareness of Africa’s diverse cultures among members of the community through varying channels, including food, fashion, film, literature, theater and collaborative events with other on-campus organizations. Ndukwe said the club emphasizes the personal connections valued in African culture. “Africans are very family-oriented people,” Ndukwe said. “So anyone who is a member of ASA is entering into a larger family, as we all view one another as family. Africans love fellowship and
dance and to play music at gatherings, so we tend to do that at every event we have in order to give the feel of what it’s like being around Africans and being at an African event.” Appiah-Opoku said the impact the group brings to the University campus culture is a benefit to the college experience for students and faculty alike. “A meaningful university education provides opportunities for students and professors to interact with a variety of people and cultures,” Appiah-Opoku said. “The presence of African students and the activities of the ASA help the UA community to learn a bit more about the world outside the U.S. context. This enriches the UA experience for most people in terms of tolerance, dispelling misconceptions about Africa, and the role of the African continent in world affairs.” Like Appiah-Opoku, Ndukwe said the group highlights the diversity and rich culture of Africa, and anyone in the community is free to join. “Anyone is free and welcome to join ASA,” Ndukwe said. “You don’t have to be African or be of African descent. Africa is a continent of many different shades, physical features, and cultures of people, and we love for ASA to resemble and embody the continent of Africa.” The African Students Association will hold its first event, an African movie night, Nov. 13 at 8 p.m. in room 1013 of the South Engineering Research Center. Refreshments will be provided.
Folk singer Jim Malcolm to perform at Acoustic Night By Andrew Laningham | Contributing Writer
Jim Malcolm is bringing a taste of Scottish culture and storytelling to The Bama Theatre’s Acoustic Night Wednesday. Malcolm has traveled all over the world, both on solo tours and with the world renowned Scottish folk band Old Blind Dogs. The Scottish singer is currently on tour from Phoenix, Arizona, to Washington D.C., and is driving himself between all of his concerts. Jim Malcolm has recorded over 50 songs, all either written by him or reworked from traditional Scottish music. “Jim’s often inspired by the landscape of Scotland, and place names he’s passing through,” said Susie Malcolm, the singer’s wife. “There’s something about the mindnumbing nature of driving that seems conducive to his creative process. Most of the best songs have come quickly, but it doesn’t always turn out that way.” Storytelling, regularly bantering with the audience between songs and telling them colorful stories are some aspects of Jim Malcolm’s shows. “In folk music, the connection between the artist and his audience is crucial, and you’ll find most successful folk acts are excellent storytellers,” Susie Malcolm said. “Jim’s life on the road is colorful, and he has a terrific sense of humor, coupled with a good memory. His mum also deserves a mention, she is a very successful storyteller in Scotland. He has storytelling in his genes.” Jim Malcolm’s performance is being held at the Bama Theatre as a part of the ongoing Acoustic Nights Series. “Acoustic nights are a very organic event,” Bama Theatre manager David Allgood said. “One musician will recommend another to play the Acoustic Night. It’s a happenstance occasion. Lately, we’ve had a lot of international acts play the Acoustic Nights.” All of the cover charges go directly to the artist, Allgood said. The Acoustic Nights have been going on
Jim Malcolm is bringing a taste of Scottish culture and storytelling to The Bama Theatre’s Acoustic Night. Photo Courtesy of Kevin Ledgewood
for over seven years. “There’s really no other listening room in Tuscaloosa,” he said. “It’s really unique that we can have such an intimate performance at the Bama Theatre.” The difference between American audiences and Scottish audiences can be quite big, Susie Malcolm said. “Jim absolutely loves playing in the USA,” Susie Malcolm said. “People laugh at your jokes, whoop, shout out with enthusiasm, applaud and then buy a CD at the end of the concert. When you go back to Scotland it’s like falling back to earth. It’s not unusual to think ‘Oh no, this isn’t working,’ and then to be told by the organizer that this is the best audience they’ve had for a while. The Scottish audiences are more reserved.” Jim Malcolm starts every concert with a song he wrote called “Lochanside.”
PLAN TO GO WHAT: Jim Malcolm performance WHEN: Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Bama Theatre “He used the tune of a very popular bagpipe march and added a lyric about the wildlife in Scotland through the seasons,” Susie Malcolm said. “It’s a call for ex-pat Scots to come home and see it all for themselves.” Jim Malcolm released a CD this year called “The Corncake.” His performance at the Bama Theatre is Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
10 Club hockey gears up for November games Editor | Kelly Ward Sports@cw.ua.edu Tuesday, November 4, 2014
By Tyler Waldrep | Contributing Writer
Alabama’s club hockey team intends to make this season special. With an 8-1 start, many would say the team is well on its way. President Clay Link said the team still has a long way to go before it reaches its potential. Link said the team is lucky its record is not worse, considering the Frozen Tide has had trouble putting teams away when it should have. “We have been taking a lot of penalties early on this season, and I believe that if we eliminate these mental mistakes we will be a very hard team to beat,” he said. Link also said he expected growing pains this year. “Throughout our program’s history, we often get off to a slow start because of the addition of a lot of new players,” he said. Junior Andre Morard said this year’s team is more complete compared to last year’s, mainly because of the added depth. Morard said
November is a big test for the team. “This upcoming weekend against Arkansas is always a great weekend because of the past rivalry,” Morard said. “We also have important games against Georgia and South Carolina.” The team said they hope a strong November showing will put them in a position to win the national title. “Since we are hosting the national tournament this year in Pelham, this would be an incredible year to win our school’s first national title,” Link said. Morard said the team needs both the drive and will to dominate. “This team can be special if we can continue to be focus [sic] and to have our goals in mind,” he said. Link echoed his teammate’s sentiments. “[We need to] realize how talented we are,” Link said. “Having that perfect blend of swagger and confidence will provide us with the necessary tools to be competitive.”
After an 8-1 start, the Alabama club hockey team hopes a strong November showing will put them in a position to win the national title. Photo Courtesy of Mike Jackson
COLUMN | NBA
Left tackle not ruled out
Hammon makes waves in NBA
By Nolan Imsande | Staff Reporter
By Marquis Munson
The Crimson Tide will travel to Baton Rouge to face LSU this Saturday in what has become one of the SEC’s biggest games. “These games are traditionally very tough, physical games between two ranked teams,” Alabama coach Nick Saban said. “It is certainly not going to be any different this year. You can guarantee their crowd will be very involved in the game, whether it’s during the day or the night.” Alabama will be facing a 7-2 Tigers team that handed a then-undefeated Ole Miss its first loss on Oct. 25. One of the biggest factors in the game could be whether Crimson Tide left tackle Cam Robinson plays in the game. Robinson sustained a high ankle sprain during Alabama’s game against Tennessee, but Saban did not rule the freshman out for Saturday’s game. “We will have to see how he progresses this week,” Saban said. “He has run on the treadmill and done well with that. We’ll see how he moves around today, not really in practice, but just on the side. If he continues to make progress, he could be a guy that is available for the game.” Saban said last week starting right tackle Austin Shepherd and reserve offensive lineman Grant Hill could both play left tackle, so one of them could slot in to Robinson’s place. He also mentioned starting right guard Leon Brown as a possible replacement if Robinson is unable to play. The game will another road test for Alabama quarterback Blake Sims, who has improved his performance away from home as the season has progressed. “I think he has made a lot of improvements and I think we have made some improvement with him,” Saban said. “Sometimes when you understand what the struggles are, it is something that you work to try to improve and fix. I think the coaches have done a good job at that and I think Blake has done a really good job at that.”
The San Antonio Spurs have been one of the most successful organizations in basketball since they won their first NBA title in 1999. A lot of their success is due to a great fan base, a solid group of players led by future hall-of-famer Tim Duncan and a coaching staff led by Gregg Popovich. Any players or coaches who are able to work with Popovich can elevate their game from one of the greatest coaches in the NBA today. Former WNBA superstar Becky Hammon is looking to do just that. She was hired as one of the Spurs assistant coaches back in August. The hire made Hammon the first female full-time assistant coach in NBA history. She isn’t the first woman in the NBA to get an opportunity, but the first to be hired by a team. Lisa Boyer was the first female in NBA history to serve as an assistant coach when she was a voluntary assistant for coach John Lucas and the Cavs back in 2002. Boyer wasn’t hired to a full-time position. Becky Hammon is looking to pick up where Boyer left off. She played 16 seasons with WNBA and ranks in the top 10 all time in points, assists and games played. Her final WNBA season with the San Antonio Sliver Stars ended due to a torn ACL. During her rehabilitation, Hammon attended Spurs coaches’ meetings and practices. Her contribution to the team impressed coach Popovich and he added her to his coaching team this
The Crimson Tide will travel to Baton Rouge to face a 7-2 LSU this Saturday. CW / Layton Dudley
WHAT TO KNOW • The team practiced outside in shoulder pads, helmets and shorts. • Alabama left tackle Cam Robinson was limited during practice but did take reps as the second-team left tackle behind Austin Shepherd. • Alabama running back Tyren Jones was at practice. Jones was suspended briefly last week, but Saban said Monday that he was no longer suspended. • The offensive line consisted of Austin Shepherd at left tackle, Arie Kouandjio at left guard, Ryan Kelly at center, Leon Brown at right guard and Grant Hill at right tackle. • Tight end Brian Vogler and running back T.J. Yeldon both practiced without limitations. • Linebacker Reggie Ragland had his left hand heavily wrapped during practice. • Dillon Lee was practicing with the outside linebackers.
Becky Hammon, seen in the black jersey, was just hired as the first full-time female assistant coach. Tribune News Service
past summer. Coach Popovich is known for preparing his assistant coaches for possible head coaching positions. Former assistant coaches Mike Budenholzer and Brett Brown left the team in 2013 and both accepted head coaching positions. Brown went to the Philadelphia 76ers, and Budenholzer went to coach the Atlanta Hawks and made the playoffs with the team last season. There shouldn’t be any limitations when hiring for a job. It shouldn’t be about race or gender but about talent and ability to do the job. Coach Popovich said he respects Hammon’s work ethic, basketball IQ and her leadership, and it was the reason for her hiring. With the guidance of Popovich, Hammon could become the first female head coach in the future if other NBA teams see the work ethic and leadership that Popovich sees. If Hammon has head coach aspirations, she is definitely in the right place.
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HOROSCOPES Today’s Birthday (11/04/14). Personal power and confidence come with high-octane results this year. Your influence grows with your professional stature. Work gets especially fun after 3/20, with creativity and romantic diversions. After 4/4, peace and quiet take on new importance. Meditation, spiritual inquiry and planning take priority. Tune your actions to your heart’s pitch for satisfaction and happiness. To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Today is a 9 -- You’re in charge. Don’t be afraid. Be obsessed with details. Review an intended action to avoid unpleasant surprises. Your list of things to do grows. Clean as you go. Postpone a shopping trip. Listen to your heart. Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 6 -A surprising development in a group setting inspires action. Stifle your aggression (or channel it into art or music). A distant power figure enters the game. The pressure on you eases soon. Keep a low, inexpensive profile. Gemini (May 21-June 20) -- Today is a 7 -Breakdowns keep your focus on immediate necessities. Hold your temper. Start with a plan. Keep cool, even if someone does crazy things. Keep costs down. Compromise and tact are required. Encourage creative thinking and find the comedy.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Today is a 7 -Things could get chaotic and expensive. Cut entertainment spending. Don’t fall for a sob story. Heed cautionary warnings. Don’t try a new method yet. A fascinating discovery arises from a brilliant suggestion or idea. Practice leads to perfection. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Get your homework done before going to play. An unexpected windfall comes from handling details early. Shipping and travels discover delays or deviations... stick close to home and handle fundamental priorities. Clean something. Make choices and declare them. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 7 -- Postpone travel. Breakdowns require attention. Actions could seem to backfire. Take it slow. Let circumstances dictate the time. Don’t jump the gun. Listen to your heart. Make requests, and someone else solves the problem. Communicate with your team. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Be prepared to apply some elbow grease, and accept a profitable challenge. If at first you don’t succeed, back to the drawing board. It could get explosive. Patience and persistence reach to breakthrough. Collaborate. Take detailed notes. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Things may not follow the plan. Aim for thoughtful rather than impulsive choices.
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Accidents or mistakes could get costly... slow down and review options. Delegate what you can, and recharge batteries. Allow extra time for distant matters. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is a 7 -- Have fun close to home. Work interferes with travel. All is not as you’d like. It’s not a good time to gamble. Keep everybody honest with open transparency as a policy. Remember that it’s just a game. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is a 6 -- Finish your work, and postpone a trip. Revelations could alter the destination. Barriers or obstacles at home slow the action. Take it easy. Think it over. Make your choices, and let others decide for themselves. Get organized. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is a 7 -- Words get farther than actions. Make bold declarations. There’s still work to do. Remain cautious with your money. Pad your schedule to leave time for the unexpected. Don’t travel yet. Find peace on a walk in nature. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 9 -Respectfully navigate the chaos. Unexpected breakdowns at work require attention. Handle immediate concerns, and put the rest on hold. Don’t throw good money after bad. Merge a financial opportunity into vacation plans. Work out a consensus. Choose your direction.
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TUESDAY November 4, 2014