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What is so beguiling about the National Issues Convention is that no one -- absolutely no one -- has any idea how it will play out. But whatever happens in Austin, the novel event itself will be an affirmation that grass- roots democracy can still flourish in a television...
...brief treatise on tea is obviously not in a hurry. Neither are the protagonists of Bronze Mirror (Henry Holt; 337 pages; $19.95). The Yellow Emperor, who "discovered the wheel and the compass and such," the Silkweb Empress, responsible for "the delicate art of silkworm rearing," and their courtiers all flourish during the Song dynasty, circa 1135. Another invention is announced: the Emperor's minister has developed a set of symbols called writing. Now every royal tale can be recorded. The aristocrats begin a leisurely contest for the title of best storyteller, and during the competition every conceivable subject arises, from...
...that tends to create a climate in which cronyism and favoritism can flourish. In addition, the Guards are a potent force in local and congressional elections; the lawmakers who support hefty budgets for units filled with their constituents don't like to be told by critics that the money is not being well spent. On top of that, some Guard officers fear that a determined drive to raise attendance and training standards could lead to massive disgruntlement in the ranks and a wave of resignations. Says Colonel Patrick Garvey, commander of Camp Smith, a Guard facility in Peekskill...
...Crimson finished the first half with a flourish thanks to a fired-up Berkery. Berkery scored twice and fed junior midfielder Becky Gaffney to knot the score at halftime...
...provide a supportive environment where distinguished scientific investigation can flourish and the second is to graduate students who can integrate science and technology effectively into their personal and working lives," she said...