Word: evil
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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Nuclear deterrence can be tolerated, but never liked. Deterrence can be seen as a necessary evil. Because it is evil, one cannot abandon it carelessly; because it is evil, one must strive to rely on it less...
...spectrum of views characterized by the term "deterrence," the Harvard study group seems to fall somewhere in the middle. Much of the Right, Weinberger included, perceives deterrence as a long-term moral good. Much of the Left, notably the Catholic bishops, perceive it as a short-term necessary evil to be disregarded as swiftly as possible. The study group sympathizes with the bishops' outlook but is willing to stick with deterrence far longer. Hence, its support of weapons systems--like the cruise missile--that the bishops oppose...
...doubt much of this production's success stems from its familiar score and book. But it's hard to see how a different cast could have done as well. "It is a pleasure to see our mission graced by so many evil-looking sinners," says the Salvation Army General, who comes to inspect Sarah's mission. It is also a pleasure to see the Leverett stage graced by so many talented performers. For those forced to find their "action" in between term papers, Guys and Dolls is a wonderful place to start...
...complex world where the pursuit of good sometimes means the temporary acceptance of evil, and where the definitions of both shift drastically over time, it is impossible to impose such standards of perfection in dispensing honors. Instead, one must in each case compare an individual's accomplishments with his failings, and determine which side dominates. We agree with the consensus of several historians that McCloy deserves more honor than calumny...
Point by point, with compelling logic and grace, that old text refutes Reagan's contention that ultimate evil resides in the Soviet Union and that comfort can be found only if we build up our arsenals. Said Kennedy: "Not a Pax Americana enforced on the world by American weapons of war. Not the peace of the grave or the security of the slave...