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...second-class citizens." Four years ago, when Vermont's highest court ordered that state to give gay couples the benefits of marriage, it was satisfied when legislators adopted a compromise civil-union law. But the Massachusetts court, which gave state legislators six months to implement its ruling, does not appear to have provided any wiggle room. State attorney general Tom Reilly, a Democrat who may run for Governor in 2006, is hoping the court will accept some kind of civil-union legislation. "This ruling is just not clear [on what kind of remedy it requires]," he says. Maybe...
...country woman in the upcoming Civil War epic Cold Mountain. To fix the mood on set, director Anthony Minghella displayed tintype photos of cast members, including Jude Law and Nicole Kidman. Zellweger "is not digging into her own biography as an actress," says Minghella in Interview, where the pictures appear. "She's creating it." Either that or it's the gritty stare of a gal who wants her Oscar...
...valentine about a dying man too incorrigibly full of life to give it up. Remy was also a sexual obsessive. This is supposed to make him an endearing character, deserving of reconciliation with his family and all those who were amused or abused by his goatish charm. Old friends appear; old enemies turn wildly generous; unexpected epiphanies are sprinkled on Remy like the holy water in last rites. Indeed, the movie's plot essentially stretches out the last few minutes of It's a Wonderful Life...
Thank you for the informative article on the average Iraqi citizen's new life after Saddam, "Where Things Stand" [Nov. 10]. Much news reporting makes it appear as if the whole country is hostile. It was interesting to learn that most attacks against our soldiers are occurring in the Sunni triangle--which lost the most jobs, money and prestige after the regime fell. Please continue to inform us about the life of average Iraqis throughout their country. AIMEE DEVEREUX Chicago...
...pacify him with. Drink like a tourist By that we mean stick to the big hotels and smarter restaurants. Don't get drunk in unfamiliar surroundings. keep your wits about you Don't walk alone late at night; don't wear expensive jewelry; avoid carrying handbags; don't appear lost or uncertain. And finally, if you really want to blend in, that's easy: just chew betel nut and wear old clothes. Any self-respecting raskol is likely to think twice when he sees you with ripped jeans and a mouth full of scary red spit...