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Take time to educate yourself

By Ben Piper · Sunday, Jan. 27,2002 10:58 p.m.

Democrats in the U.S. Congress are like broken record players. Since Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle's Jan. 4 economic policy speech, they have taken every opportunity to blame the president and last year's tax cuts for the current recession. But the seeds of our economic problems were sown well before Bush took office. Historical and empirical evidence also confirms that tax cuts actually soften the impact and shorten the duration of periods of economic contraction. How, then, can an entire political party deny reality and thrive under a banner of higher taxes and bigger government? As one notable democratic strategist might say, "It's the electorate, stupid!"

Hoosiers take loss as chance to learn

Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:46 a.m.

The IU men's tennis team (2-1) lost its first road match of the spring season to Louisville (3-0) 5-2 Thursday. The Hoosiers accomplished what they wanted to but didn't get the results they expected. They won the doubles point, yet failed to claim the singles points. Senior Rahman Smiley (9-5) claimed the only IU singles victory out of six opportunities. He defeated the Cardinals' Alex Sivertsen 6-2, 7-5.

Making weight key for wrestlers

By Tyler Hoeppner · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:45 a.m.

No matter what their size, every wrestler has at least one thing in common. All have to make their respective weight for each meet. Making their weight is sometimes a process that can take a couple of days.

Words of wisdom free of charge

By Benjy Ekhaus · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:43 a.m.

It has been a busy week in the world of sports. Being a hard-working journalist, I thought that I would wrap it up for you…and spice it up with my own thoughts.

Room to improve for women's tennis

By Yahya Chami · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:40 a.m.

The IU women's tennis team looks to continue its perfect season against two non-conference opponents this weekend. The Hoosiers will face Western Michigan University at 9:30 a.m. and the Miami University of Ohio at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Indiana Tennis Center.

Meet to measure readiness

By Gavin Lesnick · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:39 a.m.

The men\'s swimming and diving squads travel to Iowa City, Iowa, tomorrow to take on Big Ten foes Iowa (1-2) and Minnesota (2-0). The Golden Gophers, ranked sixth in the nation and the reigning Big Ten champions, could be the Hoosiers' toughest competition. "I think we really need to get up to swim Minnesota because we'll swim them in Big Tens and they're the powerhouse," sophomore Matt Leach said. "They're the ones that won it last year and we're looking to take as many races as we can from them."

Undefeated streak on the line

By Colin Nowling · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:38 a.m.

Coming off an emotional victory over rival Purdue, the No. 19 women's swimming and diving team look to remain unbeaten when they square off against No. 18 Penn State and Michigan State tonight.

Attitude is everything for rebounding Hoosiers

By Sarah Trotto · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:37 a.m.

Coach Kathi Bennett had to wear forward Jamie Gathing's leather, knee-high boots to the post-game news conference, but at least she doesn't have to run sprints.

Greenspan optimistic about economy

By Alyson Brodsy and Jeannine Aversa · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:37 a.m.

WASHINGTON -- Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan said Thursday there are mounting signs the economy is recovering from recession, an upbeat assessment that encouraged Wall Street.

Purdue, Iowa trying to pick up steam

By Jason Recker · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:35 a.m.

Steve Alford isn't big on Christmas break. At least not after Iowa stumbled to four losses in five Big Ten games after returning to Iowa City. The Hawkeyes escaped with a 75-71 victory against Michigan State Tuesday and might have found some breathing room. They head to Purdue at 2:30 p.m. Saturday in search of their first back-to-back wins since early this month.

Group uses anniversary to get word out

By Britany Ausmus and Brittany Ausmus · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:34 a.m.

Coat hangers dangling from trees, bushes, fences and trash cans told the story of a dark time for women's reproductive health and a plea to protect the reproductive rights of women everywhere.

Wisconsin: overrated

By Sara Meinecke and Sarah Meinecke · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:32 a.m.

The women's basketball team proved Thursday night that defense truly wins games. By halftime, the Hoosiers had smothered the Wisconsin Badgers enough to earn a 36-29 lead, while forcing 10 turnovers.

Illini ready for Hoosiers

By Jason Recker · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:30 a.m.

Before this week, Bill Self had a problem. The second-year Illinois coach didn't have enough healthy players to play five-on-five. The Fighting Illini were the walking wounded. Some of them could barely walk. Now, three weeks into the Big Ten season, Self has a full cast of characters -- "enough to play four-on-four on both ends of the court," he joked earlier this week.

IU prepared for No. 9 Illini

By Dan Cortez · Friday, Jan. 25,2002 12:28 a.m.

The Hoosiers have been looking forward to this one. And the anticipation began long before today. Their eagerness showed when Mike Davis spoke earlier this week about not looking past Penn State. To win a third conference road game before coming home for five of it's next six games would be big for IU. At the same time, Davis admitted his team was looking forward to Saturday's 1 p.m. showdown with No. 9 Illinois at Assembly Hall. The Hoosiers look at this as their chance to prove themselves.

Jordan River Forum

By Alyson Brodsy and Jordan River Forum · Thursday, Jan. 24,2002 11:59 p.m.

SRSC parking spots intended for patrons, not those going to class With the New Year comes a lot of faulty promises on how people will continue to work out and remain healthy. I realize that these are good goals and do cause a lot more traffic at the Student Recreational Sports Center. But what does not make any sense is having to wait at least 20 minutes for a parking spot at 9 a.m., only to go into a gym that is nearly empty. Where are all the people that parked cars at the SRSC? They are carrying their bags from their cars and walking to class. Yes, the SRSC has E parking spots, where anyone with an E pass can park, but with any common courtesy, people should ONLY park there if they plan on going into the SRSC and not down the block. This is not a new problem. In fact, IU must have been listening to all of the prior complaints and added an addition to the parking lot, with several more E spots to park in. For some reason, this has actually worsened the problem, creating fewer parking spots for those of us who wish to workout. I find it a grave inconvenience to have to wait for a parking spot for sometimes close to half an hour when I only plan on working out for 30 minutes. I have no huge solution to offer the University, but I only ask this of the other IU students: Have some common courtesy and only park at the SRSC if you plan on working out there. Otherwise, get a bus pass. Nick MooreSenior

IUPD Blotter

Thursday, Jan. 24,2002 11:52 p.m.

The following activity was reported by the IUPD: Jan. 19 • Nonstudent John D. Houchin, resident of Indianapolis, reported being assaulted at Briscoe Quad. The investigation is continuing. • Graduate student Michael Garner, resident of Foster Quad, reported the theft of a rodeo belt buckle from the Foster center desk. Estimated loss is $125.

Steel industry needs addressed

By Alyson Brodsy and Jim Harper · Thursday, Jan. 24,2002 11:51 p.m.

Last week, Gov. Frank O'Bannon gave what was billed as a comprehensive analysis of Indiana's economic woes in his state of the state address. While the governor addressed the run of the mill recession that has hit most of Indiana, along with the rest of the country, he tragically omitted the near depression that could destroy Northwest Indiana.

Around The Campus

Thursday, Jan. 24,2002 11:50 p.m.

Department to hold colloquium, hiring talk The Department of Linguistics will offer a colloquium and hiring talk at 4 p.m. Thursday in Ballantine Hall 144. Steven Abney, principal technical staff member for ATT Research Laboratories in Florham Park, N.J., will discuss the use of computational linguistics in language learning. Abney will discuss bootstrapping techniques in processing data.

Proposed apartments raise concern

By Mitch Blacher · Thursday, Jan. 24,2002 11:14 p.m.

Residents living near the corner of Seventh and Lincoln Streets will have to do more walking starting in August 2002. Construction of a four-floor apartment complex is planned and will begin, assuming approval by the Bloomington Board of Zoning Appeals. The new building would make parking at the intersection scarce.

Play premiers at Waldron

By Alyson Brodsy and Eddie Anderson · Thursday, Jan. 24,2002 11:08 p.m.

What if you were a painter and suddenly found yourself unable to paint? That's what Alex suffers in "Sunflower and Blue," opening this weekend at the John Waldron Arts Center.