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THERE IT STANDS, THE FAMILIAR colossus, atop most lists of all-time greatest movies. And aside from the breadth and wit of the thing, its brooding on the very American subjects of power and celebrity, there is a reason why Citizen Kane is often named the world's best film: because it wants to be. Critics and audiences still respond to its eagerness to create a unique world and to be recognized for this grand achievement. The film both pants for approval and demands to be approached in awe. Glowing with boyish brazenness, Kane is an inspiration...
Constructive discussion presupposes a measure of equality among persons that, regrettably, sits uncomfortably (if at all) with Professor Mansfield's public statements. A fearless and robust discussion of affirmative action would feature vigorous disagreements and sustained criticism. Given the variety of perspectives and breadth of political commitments within the Harvard community, this would be welcome indeed. But when disagreements assume the form of ad hominem arguments by tenured faculty toward graduate students' qualifications, the discussion is no longer principled disagreement but, rather, personal attack. Without evidence or credible justification, such accusations amount to little more than ideologically-charged assaults upon...
...Core clearly fails to meet its objectives. It wrongly assumes the existence of a lost and misguided student body, and its requirements limit rather than expand the breadth of undergraduate education. The level of coercion involved contributes not to intellectual discourse but rather to resignation brought upon by boredom and disinterest...
...time permits, "Neria" will inspire," Herstage Africa," "Shida and Matatizc." "A Certain Morning" and "Wendemi: Child of the Good Lord" will farther educate audiences on different African social concerns such as tribal customs, cultural identity, and child abuse. Perhaps the festival presents too much of a good thing--the breadth and depth of films are over whelming Thus festival should be a purely memorable and enjoyable...
...sort of felt like it wasn't the body; it didn't think it was their job to do that, and I think [yesterday's participation] shows growth in the breadth of the issues that the U.C. is willing to do," said council Treasurer Edward B. Smith Ill '97, a participant of the rally...