Word: supporting
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...support Thiemann's decision regardless of what one thinks of the topic. Supporters of Israel might point out that Israel is a democracy where citizens of all races vote and hold office, while South Africa is a tyranny of a white minority over the Black majority. Some might also note that Israel has given extensive technological and agricultural assistance to Black-African countries, or even that several Arab countries have strong economic ties to South Africa...
...only question that really matters is whether the proposed forum was an academic endeavor worthy of Harvard's support. And the clear answer is "No." This is not because the topic itself is "too controversial." Rather, it is because the sponsors of the forum are interested in more than promoting a constructive discussion or aiding the victims of apartheid; they also wish to deceive their audience and promote their own anti-Israel agenda...
...Sullivan, who, along with the council's four other Independents, is expected to support the easement's transfer, said yesterday he simply meant to shorten the meeting for the benefit of a visiting delegation from Armenia...
East Germany's largest opposition group yesterday sent a message of support to human rights activists in Czechoslovakia...
There is an incredible need for improvement in security, particularly in the Science Center. I strongly support the idea of "panic buttons" in the Science Center, and a walking guard who patrols all hallways. I strongly support the idea of one or two 24-hour libraries. However, there is significant need for improvement in student attitudes and actions...