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...terms referring to the essential “I” which somehow composes an individual human self.The book argues that this “I” is a kind of loop, leading to its title—which, the author is quick to admit, is a bit “clunky.” “Might as well call it ‘I Am a Lead Balloon,’” he writes.The author is a multilingual Physics Ph. D and an eminent professor, but you wouldn’t know it from...
...easy enough to see who's losing: the U.S Justice Department, which is in a fair state of disarray as a result of Gonzales' continued presence. "There's a vacuum of leadership at the top of the department," says one senior Justice official. Privately, even top Gonzales aides admit that the impression in the department is that the Attorney General was, at best, out to lunch during the U.S. Attorney firings - his lack of recall during hearings only further underscored that impression. And the subject of the scandal has the ability to undermine morale there as well: nothing saps enthusiasm...
...McCain seemed surprised by our dedication. Then someone asked about the original rationale for misleading us in the first place: "I'm just surprised that someone would just admit 'I was trying to control the narrative.'" "I didn't want to control the narrative," McCain responded, "I just wanted to keep the story about my campaign announcement...
...that the Filipino Jollibee franchises in the U.S. are really meant to cater to the American palate. They are simply a response to the Filipinos in the U.S. who have grown tired of eating bland burgers and fried chicken in American fast-food restaurants. It may be hard to admit, but these mimeographed restaurants you referred to actually have something better tasting to offer. If the hungry American likes it too, then I've proved my point. Shinar Pablo-Lumahan Norwalk, California...
...larger culture can help as well - particularly the media. It may be uncomfortable for any journalist to admit it, but the flood-the-zone coverage that usually follows mass murders simply confirms a potential killer's belief that what he sees as his small and inconsequential life can end on a large and monstrous chord, even if he won't be around to enjoy the transformation. "We glorify and revere these seemingly powerful people who take life," says Kaye. "Meanwhile, I bet you couldn't tell me the name of even one of Ted Bundy's victims...