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...Only a combination of tough public shaming, which clearly tarnishes China's valued global image, and private dialogue with Beijing, not ostracism, can produce results. Indeed, by spotlighting China's abuses in Xinjiang province, where there are policies as harsh as those in Tibet, while quietly reaching out to Chinese officials, the Bush Administration has won the release of leading Uighur dissidents...
...huge difference between being a fighter and being a leader. During the last Democratic debate, I wondered what would have happened if Clinton had been President during a critical situation like the Cuban missile crisis. Would we have had nuclear warfare because she would have tried to show how tough she is? I'd bet Obama would have acted as J.F.K. did, carefully considering his options and finding a way for the Soviets to save face and back away, thereby getting the U.S. what it wanted while preventing a nuclear holocaust. Clinton has not shown she understands that the presidency...
...huge difference between being a fighter and being a leader. During the last Democratic debate, I wondered what would have happened if Clinton had been President during a critical situation like the Cuban missile crisis. Would we have had nuclear warfare because she would have tried to show how tough she is? I'd bet Obama would have acted as J.F.K. did, carefully considering his options and finding a way for the Soviets to save face and back away, thereby getting the U.S. what it wanted while preventing a nuclear holocaust. Clinton has not shown she understands that the presidency...
...categories.Nearly 20 years later, Allard’s athletic spirit and drive to capitalize on opportunities is still noticeably present, especially to her players. “Coach is a competitor,” says pitcher and captain Shelly Madick. “I think she is really, really tough. She conveys that toughness to all of us and I think it is a sign that we all sort of rise to the occasion as well.” Able to relate to both the pitchers and fielders, Allard’s years playing for the maize and blue trained...
...able to fill holes in the lineup will make a huge impact—especially on defense. Second, the leadership abilities of Harvard’s three seniors will determine how prepared this squad is to face the grind of a long 45-game schedule. And lastly, the toughness the Crimson is able to develop from playing in challenging early-season tournaments will establish if the players are able to fight hard enough to get through the unpredictable road that is the Ivy season. FAB FOURWhen it arrived at Harvard, the softball class of 2011 was lucky enough to become...