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...Many American creationists also use other acts of verbal obfuscation. For instance, some attempt to spread the notion that there is a real debate among scientists between evolution and intelligent design and then encourage public schools to “teach the debate.” But among the most damaging tactics is to refer to those who accept evolution as Darwinists, because it feeds off the sense of awe many scientists genuinely feel toward Darwin. American creationists use it to imply that believers in evolution form little more than a religious sect, owing irrational fealty to a charismatic spiritual...
...freshman forward Keith Wright tied for a game-high 14 points to lead four players in double figures for the Crimson (12-13, 4-7 Ivy) as it pulled away midway through the second half, then held off the Lions’ (11-14, 6-5 Ivy) attempt at a late charge...
...BlackCAST) has received criticism for this problematic portrayal of black sexuality. Yet, organizers of Eleganza 2009 refuse to be hindered by what they claim to be simple misunderstandings. Instead, Eleganza has decided to tackle even more sensitive and poignant issues. This year, the show will branch out in an attempt to include a positive representation of varying sexual orientations alongside its previous goals of racial diversity and body acceptance. However, some members of the Harvard community worry that the controversial show might again mishandle such sensitive and complex issues in its primary ambition to entertain. A TENUOUS RELATIONSHIP WITH BLACKCASTEver...
...hands around what Guantánamo is, and also what Guantánamo was," he said. As for torture, the Attorney General said he saw none of it. "I did not witness any mistreatment of prisoners," he told journalists. "What I saw was a very conscious attempt by these guards to conduct themselves in an appropriate...
...fearful, I am fearless." - speaking about the threat of arrest and imprisonment during his first attempt to return from exile in 2007. Sharif was turned away. The Times, September 11, 2007. • "We want democracy and nothing else. I am here to play my role and also make my own efforts to rid the country of dictatorship." -on returning to Pakistan for good in Nov. 2007, USA Today...