Word: ruthless
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Dates: during 2000-2009
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...Look guys,” said Fee as the room slowly returned to its state of pre-Bruce tranquility. “We just need to focus. People think us Crimson kids are laid back and simple, but we can be ruthless too. We have to isolate their weaknesses—and magnify our strengths...
...became fodder for his stand-up. "You know something I found out?" he said of his self-immolation. "When you're on fire and running down the street, people get out of your way." Multiple sclerosis, diagnosed in 1985, all but silenced him in his later years. But his ruthless honesty and performing brilliance set a standard by which every comic since must be measured...
...Hillary’s experience of being perpetually humiliated by her faithless husband.)Morris’ analysis of the 2008 race is—to say the least—interesting. But unfortunately, the bulk of the book is spent obsessing about Senator Clinton’s shrill liberalism, ruthless ambition, and emotional instability. (Even at 57, Hillary hasn’t “found herself,” Morris writes impatiently).With sweeping assertions like, “Hillary Clinton has always wanted to be the first woman president of the United States,” Morris paints...
...Wagoner up to the task? Can an insider, who rose within GM, have the nerve to take the ruthless measures necessary to fix his ailing company? So far, GM's board is standing by its chairman's relatively cautious strategy. The same may not be said of Kirk Kerkorian, the casino mogul and billionaire who owns nearly 10% of GM shares. He has lost an estimated $390 million on his stake and has indicated he may seek board representation. Kerkorian tried to take over Chrysler, and while he isn't expected to try that with GM, he's likely...
...with the Bush Administration's continuing disregard for the truth and lack of openness with the public. It's obvious the President's inner circle failed to embrace his promise to bring honesty and integrity back to the White House. Libby's indictment points to the arrogant and ruthless behavior of the people the President values as loyal public servants. It makes little difference whether or not Libby is found guilty. He is emblematic of a culture of deceit. Americans deserve better. William McCallan Temple City, California...