Running Over Obama?

written by:stacia_doss.
Several news stations recently reported that our current Vice-President, Joe Biden, announced that he has an interest in running for President in 2012. This means that he would be running against our current President, Barack Obama.

What do you think?

Here's what I think:

Yes he can, huh? It seems to me that instead of running with Obama, Biden is more like running "over" him, a stab in the back. How can a President lead the country with a Vice-President who is not supportive enough to have confidence in his decisions? Sounds pretty selfish to me that he would actually consider competing with the man who offered an outstanding nomination and opportunity to help him put this country back on track...and so early on..the men haven't even been in office for a year. It just shows that he accepted Vice-Presidency to further his career, not to help President Obama..it all seems like an illusion.Can he do it on his own?No he can't.

"Major Violations" for Memphis...& Calipari too?

article by: stacia_doss.

About two nights ago, I saw the headline I'm sure Memphians all around were talking about. "Memphis accused of major NCAA violations."

The report revealed that over $2000 worth of travel expenses was provided to an unnamed person and that someone wrote a false SAT exam for a player on the 07-08 team, a freshman player, that is. One can only speculate but several people believe it was Chicago-native and Bulls player, Derrick Rose.

The spotlight has now been placed upon Rose, but even more so, former Memphis head coach, John Calipari. Neither the University of Kentucky coach nor the Bulls star player have been named in the report so one can only speculate at the moment. By putting two and two together, speculations seem like they are likely to be proved all but wrong.

Looks like someone may have traded in their Memphis blue-and white just in time to escape to another...

Humble Winner

article by: stacia_doss.

Last week, right before the sneak premiere of Fox's sitcom "Glee", American Idol announced its winner. The results revealed that Kentucky-native, Kris Allen, would be named as the 2009 "American Idol".

Most people who had received such a title would jump for joy and maybe shake the hand of or hug the opponent, all-smiles. With a smile and a polite "thank-you", Kris Allen said "Adam deserves this."Interesting comment for someone who just won 'Idol, don't you think?

Meanwhile, the runner-up, Adam Lambert, has been criticized by a former runner-up, Clay Aiken. It was quite the opposite of humble for him to make comments about Lambert's voice, contrary to the reaction of his competition, Mr. Allen.

B+ for Obama's first 100 days with Foreign Affairs

article by:stacia_doss.
President Barack Obama received a B+ grade for the way his administration has handled foreign policy-thus far. The score, based on CNN's "National Report Card" was decided by America's viewers.

The news network, which is said to be mainly liberal by some, had commentators speaking on the results. All came to a general consensus that Obama has done a pretty exceptional job in his first 100 days.

Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, received high-marks also, receiving a B, commentators gave her an A. The discussion panel made mention of her initial hesitancy in becoming the Secretary of State, and noted that her present dedication to this position has been shown greatly.

If asked, I would have to agree with the grade that CNN viewers gave our current President. By taking small steps out of the condition America is currently in, we are slowly seeing improvement, and ultimate change that this country needs will be the result.

Update on the Memphis Tigers

article by:stacia_doss.
Earlier this week, Memphis named Josh Pastner, former assistant basketball coach, as head coach for the team after what seemed like a long-awaited announcement for fans.

On Memphis' News Channel 3, two top recruits from the city were interviewed from local high schools White Station and Ridgeway High. Both players made note of their interest in playing for Memphis with Pastner as head coach.

Fans now hope and expect that with Pastner as head coach, current top recruits will remain with the Tigers instead of switching to another blue jersey as Coach Calipari did.

Farewell to Coach Cal

article by: stacia_doss.
Perhaps the biggest news across University of Memphis' campus and several other realms across the country regarded a goodbye to the Tigers' head coach.

A few of these other places included-most obviously-the local news and ESPN, but I found a bit surprising follower of this issue.Of all places, it was the Elementary School I tutor at. As the end of the school day wrapped up, thoughts of the absence of John Calipari had left my mind.Just when the announcements came on, I was quickly reminded again as I heard the principal on the loud speaker."We still haven't got word of Coach Cal leaving, but we think he's gone."

The end of the day undoubtedly brought sad and shattered faces from both familiar and unexpected places. According to various news sources, the former Memphis basketball coach is expected to be renamed as official coach at the University of Kentucky, and will have the highest salary of any other NCAA head coach.

Fans say his change of schools is all about money and prestige. Many believe that Calipari should have stayed with Memphis, who was willing to try to match the salary being offered. On the other hand, several others see this as a once in a lifetime opportunity to coach at a school that is known for a very notable history in basketball.

Whatever the case, it's "So long,Calipari" for the city of Memphis. With the loss of him and his power to recruit some of the nation's top players, the team will definitely take some serious rebuilding. Players Roburt Sallie and Wesley Witherspoon are expected to leave, along with a few other recruits that composed the 08-09 'Memphis Dream Team'.

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