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...We’re planning a number of events that, I think, will gain attention and increase excitement about our ticket,” Waite said, with a smile...

Author: By Helen X. Yang, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: Classics Concentrators Espouse Outlandish Ideas | 12/8/2008 | See Source »

That Ghana represents the more optimistic side of Africa carries great symbolism. During the continent's post-independence history, Ghana has often been a crucible of all Africa's hope. It was the first sub-Saharan African nation to gain independence from its colonial ruler, Britain, in 1957. Its first president, Kwame Nkrumah, was also a lead figure in the pan-African nationalist movement. That didn't stop Ghana from falling victim to the same demons that have plagued much of the continent since independence: Nkrumah was ousted in a military takeover in 1966 and the country has had four...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Ghana Goes to the Polls: Showing Africa How Democracy Works | 12/6/2008 | See Source »

...while some are content without a graduate student union, Freeman said unionization at Harvard could gain support, especially with the potential for a decline in Harvard funding for grad students in the wake of the financial crisis...

Author: By Peter F. Zhu, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Teaching Fellows May Look to Unionize | 12/5/2008 | See Source »

...have battled for decades to surpass once mighty GM, Ford and Chrysler. Now it would appear victory is at hand. Even if lawmakers bail out all three, the U.S. companies will require major restructuring that will leave them smaller and weaker, making it easier for their Asian rivals to gain market share both in the U.S. and globally. (See the 50 worst cars of all time...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Why Detroit's Woes Are Bad for Toyota | 12/5/2008 | See Source »

...mention the blow that would be dealt to U.S. consumer confidence by the bankruptcy of an iconic brand - would mean even fewer cars sold. That would take another bite out of consumer finance receivables, the biggest asset on carmakers' books. So even though Japan would almost automatically gain market share if a U.S. carmaker went under, any gains would be outweighed by the negative impacts. "In this environment, gaining market share is not a good strategy," says Yoshida...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Why Detroit's Woes Are Bad for Toyota | 12/5/2008 | See Source »

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