Due to an reporting error in this editorial, the board incorrectly states that RNC Chairman Michael Steele attended an erotic nightclub while traveling in California. Steele was not present at the nightclub. It was an employee of the committee. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Virgin Galactic
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Virgin Galactic recently tested a ship for commercial space flight. We can think of a few people we’d want launched into space — without a return ticket: Here’s looking at you, Sarah Palin and Glenn Beck
Plant sex
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It’s that time of year again when the plants start doing the dirty. Natural plant reproduction is important, but with all that pollen, some of those plants just look desperate. Let’s get the NYT to examine the ratios.
Tax refund delays
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A wide budget deficit means the state’s tax refund checks are being sent out late. Can we use the state’s tactics? “I’m going to ‘buy’ this car but because the economy sucks, I just won’t pay you.”
iPad shortfall
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Apple’s new tablet device is already so popular that the demand has eclipsed supply. What will people do for a week while they wait for their iPads? Can you even imagine what life was like before the iPad?
