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These three hot button topics function as a political litmus test. Either you agree with the general liberal stances the majority of Harvard takes on these matters, or you don’t. If you do not agree with the majority opinion—or choose your political party based on matters independent of these three issues—you fall outside of Harvard’s narrowly defined “center...
...much as I disagree with the PSLM, I respect their frequent and vocal expression of an opinion that departs from the issues encompassed in the Harvard political litmus test. PSLM has refused to limit its political discussions and protests to the “hot three...
Reid demonstrated his nerve in July when he flew to Israel and passed El Al's intensive scrutiny, after raising suspicions during security screening. "That was the litmus test of his ability to withstand pressure," says Ranstorp, who surmises Reid's trip involved learning about explosives - or acquiring them - since the type found in his shoes is similar to that used by Palestinian terror groups. His use of such a sophisticated explosive persuaded Ranstorp that Reid did not work alone, as some believe. Although no al-Qaeda links have been proved, a French justice official says: "Even...
Most Harvard clubs, by contrast, have no political litmus test or affirmation of any creed, but invite all Harvard students to become participating members. These other clubs are admirable for their non-discriminatory membership policy...
Ridership on the Night Owl buses will be monitored during the pilot program and the Night Owl program is seen as the litmus test on whether late-night public transportation will be economically viable in Boston. Massachusetts Secretary of Transportation Kevin J. Sullivan said that the objective of the pilot program was “not looking for ways to pull the plug,” but rather to gauge demand...