Word: effort
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...Nothing should be taken at face value when it comes to government assurances," warns Dr. Mark Neuenschwander. He and his wife Betsy, also a physician, head the AD2000 Crisis Relief Task Force, a conservative Christian humanitarian effort based in Colorado Springs, Colo. Because of what he expects to be potential problems in anesthesia machines, intravenous pumps and ICU monitors--like many complex devices, they contain tiny "embedded" computer chips--he warns against elective surgery in the first six months of 2000. "Health care will be the least prepared...
...channel. But it was my granddaughter Keryn who first informed me of the class's campaign against slavery. Initially, I didn't realize the significance of Keryn's concerns, but her persistence and tenacious focus on this international atrocity convinced me that I should spotlight the children's extraordinary effort. The credit for the resulting Nickelodeon News segment, which jump-started the effort, belongs rightfully to Keryn and other youngsters. This tale reminds us of some sage advice: Listen to your children. It is frequently they who show us the power of an individual to make a difference in this...
...campaign to buy the freedom of slaves plays right into the hands of the slave traders. However well intentioned the effort may be, it is helping the traders carry out their atrocious activities, providing them with increased profits and an incentive to continue their behavior. STEPHEN DONNELLY Easthampton, Mass...
...political freedom, a free press and the establishment of new political parties on an almost daily basis. We are facing huge challenges as we transform a society that has had over 30 years of authoritarian rule into one that is democratic. But the transition to democracy requires time and effort. We appreciate those who show their sympathy and support. MAHENDRA SIREGAR, FIRST SECRETARY Press and Information Division Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia Washington...
...complex characters and sharp dialogue, Zoe doesn't get much beyond 10[cent] sitcom jokes. The idea of watching four non-vampire slaying Manhattan teenagers sounds appealing, but the show makes you realize how much of high school was down time, not worth committing to script. Zoe makes an effort with realistic teen dilemmas and some quirkiness, but the overall thinness leaves you wanting more Boy Meets World...