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...deft caricatures of types that would have been glorified in 19th century England, these four “flowers of progress” careen through “Utopia, Limited” with unreserved joy, building up the military, transforming the Utopian monarchy into a totally commercial state—hence the title—and swiftly seducing all three of the King’s daughters...
...Conservatives' Cheshire Grin? I was offended by William Kristol's viewpoint "Why U.S. Republicans Are Smiling" [March 12]. He rejoiced in Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell's deft political outmaneuvering of the Democrats over a terrible war that Kristol himself helped sell. The callousness he displayed about the suffering of thousands of Americans and millions of Iraqis is outrageous. Maybe he should stop smiling, for decency's sake. Avi Brand, Alexandria, Virginia...
...offended by William Kristol's Viewpoint "Why Republicans Are Smiling" [March 12]. He rejoiced in Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell's deft political outmaneuvering of the Democrats over a terrible war that Kristol himself helped sell. His callousness about the suffering of thousands of Americans and millions of Iraqis is outrageous. Maybe he should stop smiling, for decency's sake...
...took a 30-26 lead into the locker room. Lackner drained a three in the first six seconds of the second half to extend the lead to seven.The Crimson fans rose in thunderous applause with less than six minutes to go as Hallion split the defense with a deft juke and rolled in a layup to push the advantage to 58-43, essentially sealing the Ivy title. The cheers continued through to Knox’s two free throws to end the onslaught.Following the game, each member of the team ascended the ladder for the traditional net-cutting ceremony...
...they may be. Ryan Shedd West Chester, Pennsylvania, U.S. Michael Elliott's references to the eternal human truths contained in the classics capture the enriching element of ancient literature. The ancient heroes were no muscle-bound war machines, as they are unfortunately depicted in computer games. Their politicians were deft verbal strategists, as the politics of the time required them to be. Letters home from Roman soldiers, preserved by the dry sands of Egypt, reveal sentimental and faithful sons urging their fathers to write back after experiencing the fury and terror of battle, setting fire to other nations' houses...