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...probable departure of the moderate Sandra Day O’Connor and the liberal John Paul Stevens could completely reshape the Court. But this will not lead to the left’s feared instant reversal of abortion rights. It may make little difference. And importantly, a reversal would lessen the bitterness and counterproductive nature of the current debate, and it would probably help Democrats at the national level...
...that more is known about the causes of Type 2 diabetes, Hotamisligil said he hoped that researchers can find ways to lessen the stress on cells caused by excess body fat to prevent diabetes from occurring...
...Lincoln Memorial in Washington.) But in this day and age, such sites present a unique set of problems. "If you're hiding one in a city somewhere, or near a bridge or something that might be a target for terrorists," says Carpenter, "it definitely is a concern." To lessen anxiety, most boxers use translucent containers so that people can see inside and know they're safe. Ultimately, however, the game is about the thrill of the unknown. In April the Connollys found themselves in the middle of a herd of wild boar near Tampa, Fla. Says Lori...
...standard bike's, making it easier to climb onto and off of than your average 10speed. The Townie's innovative design also lets you place both feet flat on the ground when stopped, so you don't have to wobble on your tippy-toes at traffic lights. This should lessen your chances (and your fear, if you have it) of falling...
...conduct of the Harvard negotiators was straightforward; there were no counterproductive personality conflicts. I believe the desire to lessen the impact of the layoffs on the seven people involved was kept central to the talks. The only people denying the guarantee of work are individuals who had nothing to do with the talks and have no knowledge of what was discussed...