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...term “intifada,” Arabic for shuddering, is widely used in reference to the waves of anti-Israel violence and suicide bombings that have left thousands dead. From that perspective, Raju’s remarks bolster Trager’s case. But Raju maintains, “Intifada to me means resistance. It doesn’t mean support for terrorism. I hope that’s completely clear...
...years, including a new Microbus, smaller SUVs and crossover vehicles, and is considering a sexy convertible, the Concept R, which Pischetsrieder unveiled at the Frankfurt Auto Show in September. VW's new Golf, expected to hit North America in 2005, has received early positive reviews in Europe and should bolster profitability thanks to lower manufacturing costs...
...plan is designed to widen participation in the political transition, in order to bolster its legitimacy among ordinary Iraqis as a counterweight to the insurgency. In the best-case scenario, it will draw into the political process the likes of Muqtada al-Sadr, the popular firebrand Shiite cleric who has agitated against the U.S. occupation. Sadr has welcomed Washington's change of direction, and moderated his tone lately - partly, perhaps, in response to fears that the U.S. may arrest him, but also perhaps because his movement, which dominates the Shiite slums of East Baghdad, has much to gain from...
Trade should create opportunity to share our values, not lose our jobs. We can engage our private sector in ways that will bolster their bottom line, stem job hemorrhage at home and help stop the exploitation of workers and the environment around the world. I want to forge partnerships for prosperity that will explore new policies to stop our nations’ slide toward embedded wealth, entrenched poverty, and a shrinking middle class...
Even if the fight with Khodorkovsky is political, it's a risky one for Putin. The arrest could bolster Khodorkovsky's status, elevating him to the role of de facto opposition leader--or political martyr. "It's very hard to tell how this one can end," says a Yukos board member. "If they let him out of jail, he won't agree to be muzzled, and he doesn't want to leave the country...