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February was a bad month for NBC. Two of NBC’s fall favorites, The Voice and Revolution were still on hiatus. Smash debuted poorly in its second season premiere alongside comedic flop 1600 Penn and dreadful dramas Do No Harm and Deception. Pile that on to a weak slate of major sporting event contracts and Ted Turner’s National Broadcasting Company was bound to take a tumble. But no one expected this. NBC fell from first in November to fifth in the February “sweeps” race, a key period for advertisers assessing the impact of their dollars and negotiating new contracts.

By Keaton Hoffman February 28, 2013

Loose Cannon: The Herman Cain of Gtown

As some who keep up with campus politics may know, I recently ran, and failed spectacularly, in a bid for the presidency of GUSA (Goosa). I plan to share with y’all, my dearest readers, the lessons I learned in the pursuit of Georgetown’s highest office. You might ask, “Cannon, why in the world are you telling me any of this? I don’t give a flippity-floppity-fudge about GUSA.” In response, I would argue that these lessons are extremely relevant to you—yes, you. I cannot stress enough that the most important thing I learned was that everyone should run for the presidency. So consider this column a debriefing on how to, or how not to, run your future campaign.

By Hamilton Steve February 28, 2013

Unsportsmanlike Conduct: Otto-matic leads the way

When the final buzzer went off at the Carrier Dome, the excitement set in pretty quickly for me as it did for most Hoya fans. How couldn’t it? We had... Read more

By Alex Lau February 28, 2013

Distaso, ace for men’s tennis

The second half of the collegiate tennis season is more than a month in, and the men’s (2-5) and women’s (5-3) programs have both had their share of ups and... Read more

By Chris Almeida February 28, 2013

Editorials

Stewards scandal highlights need for integrity

Last week’s election erupted into controversy when an anonymous source revealed presidential hopeful Jack Appelbaum (COL ‘14) to be a member of the Stewards Society. Exposing Appelbaum and his campaign manager to be members of this secret society was irrelevant and ultimately accomplished nothing beyond distracting student voters from the issues at hand.

By the Editorial Board February 28, 2013

Editorials

Sequester woes offset by D.C. emergency fund

Last month, D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray made an announcement thousands of city officials across the nation wish they could make themselves. The District had accrued a $417 million surplus in fiscal year 2012, and has put it all away in its emergency fund. This brings its rainy day savings to almost $1.5 billion.

By the Editorial Board February 28, 2013

Editorials

New pope must shepherd Church to modernity

On Wednesday, Pope Benedict XVI offered his final General Audience address in St. Peter’s Square. As soon as Monday, the College of Cardinals will begin the process of selecting a new pope—a decision that will present the Catholic Church with the opportunity to maintain the status quo or propel itself into an increasingly modern age.

By the Editorial Board February 28, 2013

Porter Jr. delivers in final seconds of double overtime

After bursting onto the national scene against Syracuse just days earlier, sophomore forward Otto Porter Jr. didn’t come out hot against Connecticut Wednesday night. Dormant for about 48 minutes, Porter... Read more

By Chris Almeida February 28, 2013

Women’s lacrosse starts off undefeated

In their second game of the season this past Saturday, the No. 15 Georgetown women’s lacrosse team (2-0) fought both wet, sloppy conditions and a physical No. 17 Towson (0-2).... Read more

By Steven Criss February 28, 2013

University still developing a plan for New South groups

Plans for the Healey Family Student Center in New South Hall have been in the works since 2011, but plans for moving student groups out of the building are still... Read more

By Matthew Weinmann February 28, 2013

Dean of College endorses Justice and Peace Studies major

Since the end of the last school year, a group of Georgetown students and faculty has been working to put together a Justice and Peace Studies major. Last week, the... Read more

By Lucia He February 28, 2013

Campaign for referendum on budget autonomy begins

On April 23, D.C. residents may finally fulfill that age-old American revolutionary demand, “no taxation without representation.” During a special election, residents of the District of Columbia will have the... Read more

By Jeffrey Lin February 28, 2013

Union Jack: Obama’s subtle betrayal

Crises often create opportunities to push for unpopular and regressive reforms that would otherwise be met with more skepticism by the public and their elected representatives. The latest showdown over... Read more

By Cole Stangler February 28, 2013

Page 13 on Spring Break

By Madhuri Vairapandi and Mark James February 27, 2013

Lil Bill

By Madhuri Vairapandi and Mark James February 27, 2013

DPS Don’t Give a F***

By Madhuri Vairapandi and Mark James February 27, 2013

The Credit Union Bailout

By Madhuri Vairapandi and Mark James February 27, 2013

Page 13 Secedes

By Madhuri Vairapandi and Mark James February 27, 2013

Soundoff: Debt debate is completely unnecessary

Everyone says it’s tough to find common ground between Democrats and Republicans today in Washington, but when it comes to the national debt the leaders of both parties basically stand... Read more

By Gavin Bade February 27, 2013

Soundoff: Fix the debt now or risk sinking later

The federal debt is mounting. It has exploded since 2000, rising over 250 percent. At face value, it’s difficult to see the immediate effects of irresponsible government spending. What are... Read more

By Agree Ahmed February 27, 2013

Carrying on: Majority, but still a minority

Since the Super Bowl, I’ve been a little obsessed with Beyoncé. I know I’m not alone in this, as it’s basically the only thing the Internet can talk about. What’s... Read more

By Claire McDaniel February 27, 2013

50 years on, still living in the illusion of a post-racial society

Many have claimed President Barack Obama is the fulfilment of Dr. King’s half-century old dream, pointing to the election and reelection of the first black head of state as the coming of a post-racial society—an America no longer concerned with race, but instead views all individuals based on the content of their character.

By Deborah Williams February 27, 2013

Moving and hilarious, Vagina Monologues hits the spot

The Vagina Monologues are a triumph of abrasive femininity, bluntly delivering those thoughts and experiences that are otherwise expressed with wincing embarrassment and diluted with euphemisms. What is most striking about this delivery is that it is accomplished exclusively by Hoya women. This production of The Vagina Monologues is produced, directed, and performed completely by Georgetown’s own. You might recognize these women from around campus or from your classes, and witnessing their passion and ferocity on stage will both shock and inspire you.

By Liana Mehring February 21, 2013