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...writing in response to William Pike's support of General Colin Powell ("Powell Not a Bigot," April 21). I would like to argue that, contrary to Pike's opinion, the "issue" and the "individual" are inseparable in this instance, particularly given the timing and nature of his speech at Commencement. Powell's opinion that homosexuals should not be allowed in the military does reflect his attitude to all gays and lesbians since it is a statement that an individual's sexual orientation is a legitimate reason for denying him or her certain jobs or opportunities...
Booms' family has requested that donations be sent to the Julia K. Booms Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o the Seattle Foundation, 425 Pike St. Suite 510, Seattle...
Have I made broad generalizations here? Is my logic flawed? If you wish to disagree with me, that is understandable; but do not condemn me for my opinions. Likewise, do not condemn General Powell. Let him speak in peace. William E. Pike...
...hope the University will have the good sense to realize that refusing this gift would do no more good than make us look like an institution of ingrates, with no eye on the future. William E. Pike...
...hungry pike as well as hungry humans, carp can be a most satisfying meal. But the freshwater fish has a way of fooling at least its piscine predators. According to researchers at Lund University in Sweden, when pike are placed in carp-filled ponds, the hunted fish begin to bulk up on food in the water until, after 12 weeks, they are simply too big for the pike to swallow. But the bigger carp expend more energy swimming. Once the pike threat is gone, the carp should revert back to their slimmer shape. Call them the Arnold Schwarzeneggers...