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Still, the most shameful aspect of this entire ordeal is the way in which President Bush has attempted to reap political benefits from both sides of the issue. While publicly calling for an extension to the popular ban, with a wink and a nod to the gun lobby Bush has refused to lift a finger to persuade Congress. He prefers to blame Congress for their inaction, but the true blame lies with his own insincerity...
...swimmer Michael Phelps featured on your cover. I was already looking forward to the Olympics this summer, but your articles heightened my interest. Straight guys have their annual Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition, and this year women and gay guys will have the Phelps cover. Thanks for the equal-opportunity nod. Francisco Contreras Miami, Florida, U.S. Michael Phelps is a world-class athlete. He has also proved to be a world-class young adult and role model. Your article "Built for Speed" captured the essence of Phelps. Michael is a spokesman for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and he volunteers...
...Michael Phelps and Australia's Ian Thorpe. I was already looking forward to the Olympics this summer, but your cover photo heightened my interest. Straight guys have their annual SPORTS ILLUSTRATED Swimsuit Edition, and this year women and gay guys have the Phelps cover. Thanks for the equal-opportunity nod. FRANCISCO CONTRERAS Miami...
Middle-aged couples nod knowingly at the banishment of Wagner from Venice, but I just feel ignorant. If I was searching for initiation into the mystery that is the cult of Wagner, I am, strangely enough, in the wrong place...
...morning commute to the other side of the city begins in the bright sun on a corner across from the Mediterranean Sea and yelling “Gemayaze?” to drivers through open windows. The jaded, tired driver will nod his head almost imperceptibly to his left if he can take me or will make the very Lebanese gesture of raising his chin and eyebrows while making a clicking sound with his tongue. In this context the gesture means, “You want me to go where? Funny. That’s a good...