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...when given opportunities to offset the Eagles’ offensive gains, the Crimson often didn’t capitalize on them. In a game that was largely a battle for possession, BC picked up eight draw controls in the second half to Harvard’s four...
Meanwhile, the sense of wealth that President George W. Bush's tax cuts engendered has been overdone. Some of the savings have been offset by rising state and local taxes and fees. And if you pay the alternative minimum tax, which is rapidly encroaching on the middle class, say goodbye to a big chunk of your federal tax savings...
Despite the inclement conditions, Schoen scored three goals, two in the first half. But Schoen’s contributions could not offset a late first-half defensive breakdown that gave Columbia a lead it would not relinquish...
...percent of current domestic consumption, and their contribution continues to increase. A tax on gasoline could promote a switch to more energy efficient vehicles. Politicians, however, show little inclination to take such a step even if the tax were implemented in a revenue neutral form. It could be offset, for example, by a reduction in taxes on income and/or capital. We could institute a purchase tax on gas-guzzlers offset by a subsidy for fuel-efficient vehicles. Again, political will is lacking. Will it take another oil crisis to prompt action? The solution is not to drill in Alaska?...
Universities should offset these changes, which could encourage professors to offload responsibilities onto TFs, by encouraging professors to be more involved in courses. The burden of running an entire course should not fall on the shoulders of someone who is pursuing a degree and only teaching on the side. Professors are paid to lead and teach courses and should be expected to act accordingly...