Word: commendation
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Dates: during 1960-1969
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...they must all be well aware, the moment the government stops "interfering" with their business, they face bankruptcy within the month. We can therefore only commend to all right-thinking Americans the action of these 519 businessmen placing political principle, however wrong, above their own personal economic welfare...
...pose for pictures, then sent them on their way with a parting pep talk: "In the year of 1964, we are not determining the future of our parties. But we are determining the fate and fortune of America itself-and of the cause we are privileged to lead. I commend all of you not only on the choice you have made for your country, but on your courage in now assuming the responsibility of your convictions...
Morality is his standard, but delight is his theme. And uniquely among latter-day writers, he argues that delight can come through morality, and perhaps only through it. No illicit pleasures commend themselves to Cheever. Says he, quoting Leander's last testament to his sons: "Stand up straight. Admire the world. Relish the love of a gentle woman. Trust in the Lord." Cheever does not interpret this as restrictive...
...tribute to the man who began the Peace Corps, emphasized youth in his Administration, and dignified politics as a calling for college graduates. Now, the creation of the national student fund drive for the Kennedy Library offers students a chance to express their admiration for the late President. We commend Carl J. Allen '65 and his committee of students from Boston area colleges for their initiative...
...elementary teacher of the modern approach to mathematics, I wish to commend you for your informative, understandable, enthusiastic and basically honest account [Jan. 31] of the much-needed attempts to improve mathematics teaching throughout the child's school years...