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Dates: during 2000-2009
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...essential that Democrats in the Senate offer stiff opposition to the latest Republican tax cut plan. As the majority party in the Senate, the Democrats control the legislative agenda. With another round of tax cuts on the table, there is no better time for Democrats to assert themselves. Not only would this foster dialogue on Capitol Hill and encourage the proper functioning of our democratic processes, it may prevent the country from sinking back into the days of Ronald Reagan, when the country’s debt skyrocketed, creating an ephemeral, artificial economic boost. This short-lived high...

Author: By Stephen W. Stromberg, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Let the Partisanship Begin | 11/7/2001 | See Source »

...against stiff odds, the defense held strong. There were few of the odd-man rushes and turnovers in The defensive zone that plagued the Crimson last season. The Crimson allowed only 53 shots on goal for the weekend. Last year, the defense regularly gave up more than 30 a game. Last year, the defense regularly gave up more than 30 a game...

Author: By Elijah M. Alper, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: EA Sports: M. Hockey Shows Great Potential | 11/5/2001 | See Source »

...Yale will be stiff competition,” Todd said. “Traditionally, we’re not too fast in the fall, but hopefully we’ll be able to change that...

Author: By Jessica T. Lee, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Cambridge Heralds Head of the Charles | 10/19/2001 | See Source »

...scene, to be seen. Deep, dark leather booths, soft light and a bar that will make you cry. All drafts are four bucks and the extensive wine list runs from six to eight dollars a glass. Cocktails are stiff, monetary and otherwise, ranging from...

Author: By Sam A. Clark, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Pub Crawls | 10/18/2001 | See Source »

Besides Kattan, who is his usual zany self, a lot of the cast members aren’t especially known for their comedic work, particularly Richard Roundtree. He’s Shaft, not an FBI agent! So why was his stalwart and stiff presence so comical...

Author: By Cassandra Cummings, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Secret Agent Man: Uncorked | 10/12/2001 | See Source »

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