Word: strains
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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...would take great cynicism to doubt that he passionately believed in and practiced what he preached-monogamy, abstinence from drugs, extramarital sex and drink, ceaseless work for the black community. But the mythology, the religion, the re-examination of history that buttressed the Black Muslim resolve, may still strain the credulity of new readers-even as they troubled a number of white and black men who otherwise admired Malcolm X during his life...
...Generation. The terrorism has placed an added strain on leaders of the Greek and Turkish communities, who have been trying vainly for 19 months to work out a formula for peaceful coexistence. For two years, Turkish Cypriots have been permitted to travel and work throughout the Greek areas. But the dozens of Turkish enclaves scattered across the island, complete with separate schools and public services, remain isolated and economically depressed. While the Greek Cypriot economy flourishes, the Turkish community is forced to support its 20,000 unemployed with annual handouts of $20 million from the Turkish government. Even more serious...
Speaking for the Constable amendment, Mrs. Bunting called attention to the strain that uncertainity about Radeliffe's future was causing for its students, alumnae, and staff. But, because of the complexity of the problems surrounding Radeliffe's future position in the University, she said, "it would be premature for this Faculty to take any action at this time that would limit the options...
...interested in reducing the pressure-which is still enormous-by having people work together towards common ends. The worst thing about the present system is the extremely competitive atmosphere which imposes psychological strain on some people," he said...
Ecologist LaMont Cole raises the crowding problem. Since 80% of the population is likely to live in cities occupying only 2% of the land, the sheer density of people will strain what might be called the urban ecosystem. Asks Cole: "Are we selecting for genetic types only those who can satisfy their aesthetic needs in congested cities? Are the Davy Crocketts and Kit Carsons who are born today being destined for asylums, jails or suicide...