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...themselves in their intellects, finding satisfaction in contemplating Kant’s categorical imperative, finding derivatives of polynomial equations, and trying parler français with a convincing accent. We have now (thank goodness!) moved to a season filled with more dates; no lie...it’s statistically proven, even at Harvard, where the lack of a formal dating scene is often lamented (but rarely rectified.) Springs brings out a new kind of “game theory.” Astronomy now connotes twinkling stars and not simply problem sets...
...lawsuits against our peers have proven effective in their intent to, in the words of President of RIAA Cary Sherman, put “students and users everywhere on notice that there are consequences to illegal uses of this special network.” Before doing what was previously so easy, just a matter of a few clicks, we will all hesitate, thinking of that kid next door who now has to scrape together thousands to repent for his dishonorable double-clicks...
Exposing the soulless corporate world through cinematic social commentary has proven successful for many a twisted and mordant movie. Gary Burns’ “waydowntown,” an independent film set in the bustling, generic Canadian metropolis of Calgary, is yet another such success...
...commercial process; the trappings of the music establishment, of those who own studios and invest money in your up-and-coming punky-jumpy-dance stage presences, do nothing to promote the kind of liminal experimentation that continually advances, and in fact limit it: it’s been proven time and again that what’s familiar sells almost as well as sex. That’s the flaw of your Jack Johnsons and John Meyers: companies are willing to invest in this brand of songwriter because they do little to rock the boat. How much risk...
...parts he plays. An actor, perhaps more than most other people, studies courage and failure and bravery and cowardice. "The success of an actor," Father Hartke insists, "depends finally on how much the actor really loves people." Reagan's affection for people and theirs for him is a proven part of his presidency...