Word: majority
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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October, 1998: The NBA cancels regular-season games for the first time in its history. Over 200 games have been canceled so far, and, barring a major break-through in today's negotiating session, the season cannot begin before mid-January...
With Feldsteinesque eloquence, Kaustuv Sen correctly sings the laurels of capitalism. Certainly, capitalism has raised the standards of most people around the world, and those in banking and consulting play major roles in this effort. But have we done enough? Of all the money generated by capitalism, only a small portion trickles down to the disadvantaged people of the world. The vast majority of the money goes to executives, lawyers, bankers and other miniscule portions of the global community. While Sen accurately praises the value of capitalism, he should not congratulate himself too soon, because we can all still contribute...
Topping his list, he says, are "substantial increases" in graduate student aid. Also on Knowles' list are more money for faculty research and compensation, as well as major building improvements...
...said she hopes this CD will serve as a major teaching tool in high schools. She also advocated greater interaction between people of different religions. "The most valuable thing is actually to meet people face to face and talk to them," she said...
Postering is a major strategy employed by campaigners, but it is not the only one. Candidates have also taken to the pavement, shaking hands and dropping literature at students' doors...