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Letter to the editor: Republican Party needs to offer country choice

By Katelyn Hurley | January 26

While listening to President Obama's inaugural address the other day, I quickly googled former President Ronald Reagan's first inaugural address with the intention of comparing the two. President Obama has said in the past that he looks up to Reagan, primarily for taking the road less traveled.

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News

AU reacts to death of GW student

By Marisa Kendall | January 26

After George Washington University junior Laura Treanor was found dead in her dorm room Friday morning, AU Public Safety asserted its confidence in AU's ability to handle a similar crisis. The Metropolitan Police Department had not yet determined the cause of Treanor's death as of press time Sunday, but it has reported that the death appears to have been of natural causes and is not likely a homicide or suicide.

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Give hamburgers gourmet twist

By David Lewis | January 26

The term "gourmet" for this dish is debatable. But gourmet or not, this dish is easy to make and is sure to be a favorite for you and your friends. Some of the ingredients and cookware you should already have. If not, your friends and neighbors most likely have them.

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Opinion

President needs to pick his battles

By Jong Eun Lee | January 26

President Barack Obama faces immense expectations from those in and out of the country, all of whom are waiting for spectacular solutions to the world's problems. However, Obama is hardly the only political leader in history who was elected with high expectations.

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Opinion

Letter to the editor: RAD for men coordinator lays down challenge to Eagle staff

By Sgt. Dale Booth | January 26

I am writing this article to clear up a few misconceptions that were perpetuated in last week's "Staff Editorial: Male RAD class needs retooling." RAD Systems, and the RAD for men program, was founded and developed by Larry Nadeau. Nadeau holds a 3rd degree Black Belt from the International Hapkido Karate Association (IHKA) and among many other things, is a nationally recognized police defensive tactics instructor.

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News

Ifill defends book, objectivity

By Graham Vyse | January 26

In a recent Newseum event, PBS television anchor Gwen Ifill defended her recent book, "The Breakthrough: Politics and Race in the Age of Obama," against criticism that it contained pro-Obama biases. The book describes the rise of a new generation of black politicians in America.

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The Scene's 2009 Oscar rundown

By Caitlin E Moore | January 26

As Oscar season approaches, there is a lot of hullabaloo in Hollywood over which films and actors fared best in the Academy's nominations. Though the Golden Globes are typically considered the blueprint to who and what will be nominated in the Academy Awards, there were a few surprises and clear front-runners in the Oscar nominations announced Thursday.

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Opinion

Buy online to pressure bookstore

January 26

Every student and professor at AU has a personal horror story about the campus bookstore. Some students complain about waiting hours for their pre-ordered package to be found. Others complain about finding their orders completely cancelled after weeks of waiting for an important book.

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News

Web site provides AU gossip outlet

By Katie Litvin | January 26

A new online forum dedicated to anonymous discussion and debate is now available to AU students, through a Web site similar to the well-known JuicyCampus. The new site - Quad Times - advertises itself as a "more secure" forum because only students with a valid AU e-mail address can register and view comments.

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Performers' gaffes, glories garner must-see TV

By Jordan Coughenour | January 26

Following the boozy lounge show of the Golden Globes, the upcoming Academy Awards are the pinnacle of movie award season, rewarding the best films of the year in a celebration worth watching as much for its frequently cringe worthy awkwardness as for its glitz and glamour.

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Sports

NHL mid-year review

By Justin Hall | January 26

With much of the country in the grip of another harsh winter last week and the annual All-Star weekend taking place today in the home of Les Canadiens, it is time to take a look back on highlights and lowlights the first half of the National Hockey League season.

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Sports

Win propels Eagles into first

By Shaun Flynn | January 26

The AU women's basketball team moved into first place in the Patriot League after its 64-58 win over the College of the Holy Cross Crusaders Saturday. Sophomore forward Michelle Kirk and redshirt junior guard Nicole Ryan led the Eagles' offense with a combined 35 points, while sophomore forward Liz Leer orchestrated the defense with four blocks and seven rebounds.

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Opinion

Obama faces torturous questions

By Joe Wenner | January 26

Through all the debacles associated with the previous administration, there was always that puzzling 25 percent of Americans who insisted Bush was a decent head of state. But with Barack Obama inaugurated as president, the remaining 75 percent, including myself, are expecting a significant shift in substance and policy.

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News

AU keyed into honors organization

By Tamar Hallerman | January 26

More than 30 students became members of the AU chapter of the Golden Key honor society during a ceremony at the Kay Spiritual Life Center Saturday. "It went off without a hitch," said Jessica Evitts, the chapter's president and a senior in the Kogod School of Business and School of Public Affairs.

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Davis hits 'blue' note in reissue

January 26

Nickel Eye "The Time of the Assassins" (Rykodisc) Sounds Like: The Old West in a pinstriped suit Grade: B+ Nickel Eye, the solo project of Nikolai Fraiture, The Strokes' bassist, will release "The Time of the Assassins" on Jan. 27 to high expectations. And other than a few moments of "haven't I heard this before?" boredom, fans won't be disappointed.

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Metro calendar

January 26

Monday, Jan. 26 Organ Playing Demonstration 12:30-1 p.m. WHERE: Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave N.W. METRO: Check www.wmata.com for bus schedules INFO: An organist will speak about the cathedral's 10,650 pipe organ and will perform a mini-recital.

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Crowds and Stars Unite at Musical Celebration for Obama

By Lindsey Anderson | January 22

Crowds of AU students gathered in front of the Lincoln Memorial with stars of all varieties and hundreds of thousands of people, according to the Washington Post, for the "We Are One" inaugural concert on Sunday. The concert featured musical performances and readings of historical passages by celebrities, as well as speeches by then President-elect Barack Obama and Vice President-elect Joe Biden.

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