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...Crimson’s first editorial, published in 1873, expressed an important sentiment: “I won’t philosophize. I will be read.” It may be the purpose of an editorial piece to turn a blind eye to the first half of that mantra, but the second half is something all journalists should keep in mind: if the New York Times wants to maintain its position as a leader in the world of political opinion writing, it’s going to have to open its doors a bit more so that...
...France as a result. Merkel's lackluster showing makes that idea look fragile? - particularly since it comes after the defeat of the conservative Aznar government in Spain, and just after the Hurricane Katrina debacle appeared, in European eyes, to further dim the appeal of President Bush's free market mantra...
...wooden platform. Behind her, verdant woods are visible through panoramic windows. Gentle music tinkles from overhead speakers. Two dozen students in spandex outfits, most of them women, settle onto purple and blue mats to begin the class with ujjayi, a breathing exercise. Their instructor, Cindy Senarighi, recommends today's mantra. "'Yahweh' is a great breath prayer," she says. "The Jesus Prayer also works. Now lift your arms in praise to the Lord...
...Japan's response to the war-and its apparent denial of its role-is still frequently criticized. To some, Hiroshima's adoption of peace as its mantra is seen as an example of the nation's unwillingness to come to grips with its history. Critics say it has allowed the aggressor in World War II to pose as the victim. That is less a problem with the U.S. than it is with Japan's neighbors, particularly China and South Korea. Relations with both are at a perilously low point and could conceivably get worse; some Japanese officials have said that...
...Here they are: love, God and death - the old Bergman trinity. Here it is: "Filote me" ("Forgive me!") - the old mantra of Bergman characters who have committed so many transgressions. Here again are characters who remorselessly analyze and criticize themselves, squeezing the life out of a feeling before they can experience it. Bergman's gift is just the opposite: he takes this familiar, punishing scenario and, through his spare artistry and the devotion of his actors, squeezes life into...