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...about his political platforms. Edwards criticized the media’s focus on 15-20 second “zingers”—politicians’ sharp statements used to catch people’s attention. But she did commend National Public Radio (NPR) for varying the length of their programming depending on the content. She praised the New York NPR affiliate’s “30 Issues in 30 Days” program, which highlighted the opposing sides of a different issue\very day for a month. Kennedy School student Maura C. Sullivan said...
...really no good explanation here, either. None of the musicians involved have any obligatory relationship with the band and, furthermore, if this were merely a phoned-in affair, why the excess of material? At a disorienting fifty-five minutes, it’s nearly twice the length of the band’s debut, and longer than any Stripes album to date.There are redemptive exceptions here that save “Consolers of the Lonely” from true failure. “These Stones Will Shout” makes a successful transition from airy, melodic folk song to righteous...
...said. “We had seven boats in the race that have a good shot at winning nationals. It was a good start to the season but we’re never happy when we lose.” After a rocky start, the Crimson found itself a length down to the leaders. “We just got absolutely killed at the start,” Kitovitz said. “That allowed some of the boats to move and get ahead of us.” However, about 300-400 meters into the race, the varsity eight...
...deter me, but I know it will deter others.”Fowler-Finn, who received a contract extension in January by a 4-3 committee vote, has been at the center of debate among parents and committee members regarding the effectiveness of his administration and the length and nature of his pending contract.“Anyone else would have been fired by now,” said Dionne. “His performance is substandard.”Walser, supporting the superintendent, has in the past called it “foolhardy” not to continue Fowler...
...record the stunning debut of Swan Lake, started a band with his girlfriend, released their album, and managed to maintain the same lineup for more than one Destroyer release. These accomplishments make “Trouble in Dreams,” Destroyer’s polished eighth full-length LP, all the more impressive. “Destroyer’s Rubies,” the group’s critically lauded 2006 release, is one of the finest rock albums of the last five years. Each song was a painstakingly crafted wonder, sounding at once grandiose and sparse. Verses...