Word: decentered
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...Rice's complimentary remarks on China and did not refer to her comments on democracy and freedom. Some in China, ever suspicious of U.S. intentions, will bristle at Rice's language, and her belief that "freedom of religion and respect for human rights are part of the foundation of decent and successful societies." But for now, most observers believe the Chinese leadership wants to have good relations with the U.S, even if?as Jin Canrong of the People's University in Beijing puts it?China is hedging its bets by "devoting more attention to the European Union and neighboring countries...
...treated in some of their home countries? Are non-Muslims there offered the same hospitality Muslims expect in Europe? Far from it! But there are plenty of nonradical, peace-loving, hard-working Muslims in Europe. We should work together to curb the radicals and make them behave like decent human beings, no matter what their religion. Vivien Ohnemus Alpirsbach, Germany Your article pointed out that most people in Britain link immigration to increased crime. While a few immigrants may turn to theft, there are others who are grateful to be alive thanks to the generosity offered by a foster country...
...companies to take more seriously the genuine concerns of their customers who feel ambushed by their products and for all of us to recognize that making choices is a right for others and a responsibility for ourselves. There's a word for that kind of attitude, right? Oh, yeah: decent. --Reported by Timothy J. Burger, Massimo Calabresi and Eric Roston/Washington; Rita Healy/Denver; Jeanne McDowell/Los Angeles; Siobhan Morrissey/Miami; and Betsy Rubiner/Des Moines
...He’s a compassionate, decent man who will do a fine job in the World Bank.” This one is the kicker. When it is abundantly clear you have nominated someone to be the head of a development bank who has little to no experience in, say, economics, you just point out that he’s a nice guy and trust that everything will be okay. Because—let’s face it—nobody likes an expert who actually knows something about what he’s doing but who might...
Anyone care for some quick fun in a library? I’m just a normal, decent-looking grad guy who’s good to go on this fine, frigid day. Let’s meet up in a Harvard library (you must have access) for a brief but exciting encounter...