Word: specializations
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Many people would argue that Radcliffe should not exist at all and that the only way to achieve true equality is to begin treating women as men's equals, without any special programs or privileges. Unfortunately, women are still treated very differently at Harvard and in our society and cannot yet compete on equal terms with men, not for lack of talent, but for lack of power. While women are differentially situated, recognition must be made of their different needs, or they cannot be equal. Until Harvard recognizes this, Radcliffe must maintain an active presence on campus to ensure...
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...same time, travelers are taking matters into their own hands. Some have discovered the "special meals" that can be ordered in advance and at least stand a chance of being fresher and better prepared. The major carriers offer as many as 18 alternative menus, including kosher, Hindu, vegetarian, high protein, no salt, low calorie, low cholesterol, diabetic and children's. American's seafood plate is particularly popular among veteran flyers. Special meals cost the companies more because they require special handling and are not mass produced. Says San Francisco businessman David Kliman: "It allows me to choose what...
Some more duplicitous seasoned travelers order a special meal when they make their reservation, then, if they like the look of the regular meal once on board, deny that the special order is for them. Likewise, there are the "double dippers," who savor the vegetarian entrees but lament the tiny portions. They are known to make two reservations for special meals and then ask the flight attendant if by any chance an extra veggie entree has gone unclaimed. Since special orders are so frequently fouled up anyway, either tactic is likely to beat the system. But even if passengers...