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...what has piqued some library-goers since 1919, irrespective of their faith, was Sargent’s symbolism of the synagogue as a blind old woman—a reference to the medieval convention signifying the failure of Judaism to see the truth of Christianity. By contrast, Sargent portrayed the church as wide-eyed and demurely poised atop a throne-like seat...
...challengers of the Michigan admissions policies (including the U.S. government) attempted to offer a color-blind approach to college admissions, but the justices’ questions demonstrated that a far more nuanced analysis is required, one in which race could continue to play an important but limited role in college admissions. While several of the justices have obviously made up their minds on race-conscious admissions policies, the Court’s “swing” justices, particularly Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, grappled with some of the thornier issues in these cases, whether...
...dimly lighted dining room is thought to be romantic. But what if the lights are turned out altogether? Some eateries are plunging diners into the dark--not just for a real blind date but for a fresh culinary experience. The idea: remove the sense of sight, and the sense of taste is enhanced. The menu is secret, so part of the fun is guessing what you are eating. The first dinner in the dark took place in Paris. The trend has also surfaced in Switzerland, Germany and is a monthly event at Suba, a Spanish restaurant in New York City...
...face the same fears as all other institutions. We have a very attractive need-blind package,” Fitzsimmons says. “We are just keeping our fingers crossed...
Second, be humble. True patriotism is not blind to the sins of one’s motherland, but demands a high standard of justice. Therefore, America should issue a sincere mea culpa when it has hurt others either by intention or accident. Admitting one’s own faults lessens hypocrisy, disarms critics and allows others to similarly repent. Moreover, America’s legitimacy in correcting others is stronger if it is first willing to acknowledge and forsake its own sins...