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...options before me,” said Steinbrueck. “I’m committed to political change in the long term. Harvard would allow me to explore the world of ideas and participate in the exchange of ideas...I’ve just decided to pursue my passion in a more focused...

Author: By Lea J. Hachigian, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: Seattle Politician Joins GSD | 4/21/2009 | See Source »

...work through many injuries.”“But no matter what has been going on, she has always found a way to persevere, and get out there to compete for us,” he continued.Through numerous trials to find the perfect workout, passion for the sport and unyielding commitment to the team, Merritt has been able to overcome the numerous obstacles that have been thrown at her, and help the Harvard track team steadily gain momentum through the years.“I absolutely love track and love the team,” Merritt said...

Author: By Katie Kuzma, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: Merritt Inspires Crimson | 4/16/2009 | See Source »

...request that she write a “marketable” love song (ironic in hindsight given the song’s popularity—and marketability—but bold nonetheless). She’s an incredibly talented vocalist, and she’s unapologetic about her passion: “I’ve been writing songs for as long as I can remember. Some of them make me happy and some of them are shit, but all of them come because I can’t imagine what else to do with my head and the things...

Author: By James A. Mcfadden and Garrett G.D. Nelson | Title: Point/Counterpoint: Striking the Right Note | 4/16/2009 | See Source »

...Many people think you can just write something cute and it’s a children’s book.”Kimel admits occasional frustration with his line of work, but he remains optimistic that those who love children’s literature will follow their passion. “Harvard attracts issues and power and money, but this can bring out even the best in people,” he says. “I think students will always want to be an exemplar in their own right, rather than taking the easy...

Author: By Luis Urbina, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Proof of Youth | 4/16/2009 | See Source »

...established narrative of the tragedy suggests Dipendra was in a drunken fury, irate that his father and family continued to disapprove of his relationship with a woman from a rival clan of nobles. It was supposedly a crime of passion and intoxication - but Paras told Singapore's New Paper: "There was no smell of alcohol on [Dipendra]." According to Paras, the crown prince had intended to take down his popular father ever since Birendra relinquished absolute power after pro-democracy protests in 1990. The loss of that political mandate was made worse for Dipendra after his father scuttled an arms...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Revisiting Nepal's Palace Massacre | 4/8/2009 | See Source »

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