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No factor was more important to Roosevelt's success than his confidence in himself and his unshakable belief in the American people. What is more, he had a remarkable capacity to transmit his cheerful strength to others, to make them believe that if they pulled together, everything would turn out...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Franklin Delano Roosevelt: (1882-1945) | 12/31/1999 | See Source »

This year, it's a little different. Despite a persistent affection for Third Eye Blind, she's turned out very well and can perhaps even be trusted to choose her own music. Five years ago I gave her a folk-girl identity in the form of a mix tape; now...

Author: By Jody H. Peltason, | Title: Creating a Musical Taste | 12/20/1999 | See Source »

Such dedication is typical of sheepdog trialers--and it is reciprocated. "Dogs give you their all," says MacRae, sipping black coffee. "They return any affection tenfold. They're not gonna say nothin' behind your back." A grin creases the guru's windburned face. "On the whole, they're just nicer...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Is Your Dog an Athlete? | 12/20/1999 | See Source »

"My affection for this House is boundless, and the support I have received from the vast majority of our community has been a source of great comfort to me during this difficult time," Muhammad said.

Author: By Imtiyaz H. Delawala, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: Mather House Tutor Resigns After Vandalism | 12/14/1999 | See Source »

The basic titillation of the tale is intact in Anna and the King: the grieving widow is, as usual, brought back to life by the affection (which dares not speak its name) that develops between her and the sexy King. Of course, since they started telling and retelling this story...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Cinema: The End of a Long Reign | 12/13/1999 | See Source »

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