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Japanese Democracy I read Hannah Beech's article "Democracy" with great interest and I do agree almost completely [Jan. 12]. But in my opinion the reader gets a false impression because the report is almost completely negative. As my family lived in Japan for two years, I can say that the Japanese political system has many democratic features, such as its very Occidental constitution. Of course, I can also see the grievances, but which democratic country does not have problems? Nina Theresa Strüven, GRAFRATH, GERMANY...
...started to point out items of interest to the gentleman next to me when we heard a terrible crash - a sound no one ever wants to hear while flying - and then the engines wound down to a screeching halt. Ten seconds later, there was a strong smell of jet fuel. I knew we would be landing and thought the pilot would take us down no doubt to Newark Airport. As we began to turn south I noticed the pilot lining up on the river, still - I thought - en route for Newark...
...have received scores of e-mails from across the firm and I am so grateful for the outpouring of interest and concern. We all fly a great deal or work with someone who does and so I wanted to share this story - the story of a miracle. I am thankful to be here to tell the tale...
...Given the breathtaking arrogance with which you have conducted previous so-called investigations of me, I have no interest in any further discussion with your office," - Julie MacDonald, in a 2008 letter refusing to be interviewed by Devaney for his investigation into her actions with the Endangered Species Program. MacDonald, who hasn't commented on the report, had already resigned...
...government pledged to guarantee a total of up to $3.3 billion in loans to help U.K. car companies cope with the recession, which could make it easier for the company to get fresh financing and pay off the $3-billion bridge loan coming due in June. In addition, with interest rates declining, vehicle demand appears to be firming up in India, especially for passenger cars. Tata Motors January car sales were the highest since May 2008 - good news since 80% of its revenues come from India. Economic stimulus measures being taken by the Indian government could also give some breathing...