Word: equalization
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...Democracy in America, Alexis de Tocqueville famously opposed freedom with equality, suggesting that the passion for the latter would always override the will for individual liberty. At present, we are confronted with an exception to his rule, as popular majorities assert their collective will by denying same-sex couples the equal legal standing they themselves enjoy. While America’s participatory democracy is in most cases something to be elevated and emulated, in the particular case of minority rights, electoral majorities should not have the final word. This is especially true when popular sentiment demands changes in the constitutions...
...Right One In” is one of the most bizarre movies I’ve seen in a long time, but it’s also one of the best. It consists of equal parts gory horror and enchanting romance, so it’s not entirely clear what kind of film director Tomas Alfredson set out to make in his adaptation of Swedish author John Ajvide Lindqvist’s novel of the same name. And yet, judging by the accolades the film has already won, including the Founders Award for Best Narrative Feature at the 2008 Tribeca...
...three that weren’t on the original album, but most importantly, it captures one of Reed’s sharpest live performances ever (he’s notorious for his spotty live shows). Backed by a large musical ensemble, Reed delivers his poetic lines with an enthusiasm equal to the task. And while his voice shows signs of weather from years of abuse, it doesn’t hurt the songs a bit. The recording quality is pitch perfect throughout, and many of the album’s most poignant moments have benefited from the long hiatus...
...overall rankings are based on statistical ratings from 0 to 1 in four categories: economic participation and opportunity, educational attainment, health and survival, and political empowerment. Each category received equal weight in the index...
...world of lower fertility and less demand for human [strength],” Hausmann said, “the gender difference is eroding. So gradually we see women take on more equal roles in society...