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Bush has attempted to paint his distance from Washington as a sign that he will inject a fresh perspective into tired old bureaucracies. He has also indicated he will surround himself with top-notch advisers, one of which includes his running-mate, former Secretary of Defense Richard B. Cheney. But presidential leadership, more than anything else, must reside within the individual. During the debates, it became painfully clear that Bush lacked a minimal level of familiarity on many international issues. Consequently, the Texas governor seemed to confuse foreign affairs with military affairs...

Author: By The CRIMSON Staff, | Title: Vote Al Gore for President | 10/30/2000 | See Source »

...surround himself with knowledgeable advisers," the Republican Reassurer said...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Prudential Reassurance | 10/30/2000 | See Source »

...Ming and Oscar, take a retrospective look at some of the irresolvable issues that surround life and love in relation to their dissolved relationship. Exploring cultural identity and sexuality, A Language of Their Own takes on the familiar love story with a new slant. With an already rare look at the issues revolving around contemporary Asian American life, Language takes everything a step further by probing into the little-explored gay Asian American community. Building upon experiences common to everyone, the play aims to move its audience on a whole new level. "While this is a play set among...

Author: By Arts Staff, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Fall Theater Part 2 | 10/13/2000 | See Source »

Cane fields still surround the plantation, and Madewood guests might easily imagine that they are members of an old-time Southern house party. All eight bedrooms boast fine canopied beds and spacious bathrooms. Guests may also stay in the three-bedroom Charlet House. At night everyone gathers around a huge dining table for a candlelight repast of gumbo or other Louisiana dishes. They may then move on to the formal parlor for coffee or gather on the veranda for a chat...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Travel: Mint Julep Time | 10/9/2000 | See Source »

Perched on a hilltop in southwestern Virginia, the Oaks garnered its name from the seven historic oak trees, now more than 300 years old, that surround the Queen Anne Victorian house, built for a bride in 1889. Its gardens unfold along Christiansburg's Main Street, once part of the Wilderness Road forged by Daniel Boone, today close to the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway and a rails-to-trails bicycle path...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Travel: THE OAKS, CHRISTIANSBURG, VA.: Quiet History | 10/9/2000 | See Source »

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