"Anti-Catholicism," said writer Peter Viereck, "is the anti-Semitism of the intellectual." It is "the deepest-held bias in the history of the American people," said Arthur Schlesinger Sr.

If there was any doubt that hatred of and hostility toward the Catholic Church persists, it was removed by the mob that has arisen howling "Resign!" at Pope Benedict XVI.

THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, April 5, 2010..The House will unveil a wide-ranging, multi-year effort Tuesday to revamp Floridas costly Medicaid program a plan that surpasses the Senates already ambitious approach to expand managed-care coverage for low-income Floridians, according to those familiar with the proposal.

Name: Maryam Laguna
Job: Student body treasurer
Age: 22
Areas of study: Pursuing a master's degree in public administration; holds a bachelor's degree in sociology

For Maryam Laguna, a challenging budget has made for a challenging year.

Name: Larnell Vickers
Job: Student body vice president
Age: 21
Area of study: Pursuing a master's degree in management; holds a bachelor's degree in political science

Larnell Vickers has big plans for himself: law school, public office, philanthropy. But before he tackles any of that, he's taking on an even bigger challenge.

He's going to teach high school English.

Name: Jordan Johnson
Job: Student body president
Age: 23
Area of study: Pursuing a master's degree in management; holds a bachelor's degree in economics

When Jordan Johnson applied to college, there was no question in his mind about where he wanted to end up.

"I've been a Gator since Day 1," he said. "It was a no-brainer to me that when the time came, I was applying to UF first."

Teachers, parents and students came to Tallahassee to protest a bill that would implement performance pay for public school teachers. As House representatives debated their version of the legislation Monday, a few protestors took time to tell Sunshine State News why they oppose the measure.