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...fighting for and then serving as a propaganda tool for the enemy. The U.S. has let a man who is far from a patriot get off lightly. At least Jenkins has decided to live in Japan. The U.S. has no room for traitors. Bradford Paik Beaverton, Oregon, U.S. Tarnished Pearl As our Milestone on the death of Uganda's former leader Milton Obote pointed out [Oct. 24], he went from determined and skillful architect of his country's independence from Britain to repressive politician. TIME described the devastating condition of Uganda under his rule 21 years...
...LowKeys took the stage first with their customarily elegant clothing adding an intriguing level to their focus on contemporary pop-songs. Although each song in the Lowkeys’ repertoire, including “I’ll Be” by Pearl Jam, was well rehearsed and impeccably sung, it was the solos that enraptured the audience. One highlight was Meghan C. Joyce ’08’s cover of Michelle Branch’s “All You Wanted.” Impressively, she managed to project her clear, full voice throughout her large range...
...Smashing Pumpkins . Siamese Dream (Virgin). Pearl Jam, Nirvana and other alternative bands released first-rate albums in '93; this co-ed group stood out because it dared criticize the sometimes pretentious nature of the alternative world itself. Cool albums tend to date as quickly as milk in a convenience store; Siamese remains compelling after repeated listening...
...Known as “the dean of American composers,” Aaron Copland is famous for his orchestra and film compositions. Throughout his life, Copland created innovative pieces that were different from traditional European music. “A Lincoln Portrait”, written after Pearl Harbor was attacked, resonates with patriotism. The piece includes quotes from Abraham Lincoln’s writings that will be narrated by Dean of Harvard College Benedict H. Gross ’71 as Copland’s music plays in the background. Wei-Jen Yuan ’06, the winner...
...life-size mummy.” The ancient dark green creature’s size does create awkward dorm situations. “We have to give a spiel whenever we bring somebody over, just so they don’t freak out,” said roommate Pearl D. Houghteling ’08 as she eyed the clean yet creepy creature. “It’s really scary. We jump a little bit every time we walk in.” Sometimes, it seems, scaring really is caring...