Word: attempting
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Dates: during 2010-2019
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That’s what makes this attempt at reform so disheartening. Democrats could have, with Republican support, enacted radical changes to the U.S. healthcare system that would reduce costs for American families. Instead, they put a costly, partisan band-aid on the gaping bullet wound of skyrocketing health care costs. This is not “change” we can, or should, believe in, and we can only “hope” that Republicans win back enough seats in November to repeal...
...occasional jazz guitar break, that genre classic is too relentless to invite end-to-end listens. Puciato’s versatility ensures that there’s no such problem with “Option Paralysis.” His diverse vocal styles encourage repeat listens in an attempt to discern the subtle differences...
...latest attempt to win over congressional naysayers and push his signature policy initiative over the finish line, President Obama took to the stump March 8 to tout the Democrats' proposed health care overhaul with some of his signature "Yes, we can" fire. "They've argued now is not the time for reform," he said of his critics, slamming analysts who say a push for health care could come at the expense of the Democratic majority in the November elections. "My question to them is: When is the right time? If not now, when? If not us, who?" Obama also...
...director Paul Greengrass (United 93) and cinematographer Barry Ackroyd (The Hurt Locker). Shot in Spain, Morocco and the U.K., the film straps you into a Baghdad state of mind. It's hell at 130, with dust and dread tarping the streets as if to smother anyone who'd attempt to escape. Murderous intent abounds on both the U.S. and Saddam-loyalist sides; life is cheap, and the stakes are high. If you're not gripped and terrified by the movie, you haven't been paying attention...
...possession. After winning the match’s opening draw control, the Crimson slowed it down on offense, working the ball around the perimeter and behind its opponent’s goal. Harvard’s first two shots failed to hit their target, but Tetreault’s attempt found the back...